Article · Art of Andreas Avester
Silverpoint Art Beyond Silver: What Other Metals Artists Can Use For their Metalpoint Drawings
- Type
- Article
- Level
- Intermediate
- Price
- Free
About this lesson
Andreas Avester examines 14+ metals for metalpoint work including silver, gold, copper, platinum, and aluminum, explaining hardness requirements, oxidation and tarnishing properties, toxicity concerns, and sourcing recommendations.
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