Egg tempera is a painting process that uses egg yolk to bind pigments. I make the paints by mixing finely ground pigments, water and egg yolks donated by my flock of hens. By applying the paint in many multiple thin layers, I can build up lush, rich colors and very fine detail. 24k gold leaf is applied to a traditional clay bole ground and then burnished to a shine or to incorporate patterns. Composition gold leaf (a faux gold leaf) is applied using an oil size and varnished to prevent tarnishing.

I am accepting commissions for paintings. Please contact me or a gallery representative for more information.

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