In this video workshop I will show you how I dome metal bases and why this is an important step. We will cover the process of drawing, marking, cutting, filing, doming, annealing and finally cleaning, and then they’re ready for enamel!
In this class I use only a handful of hand tools, and I also show you how to make the simple wooden shapers I like to use. This method is perfect for beginners, when you like to make one of a kind pieces, and when you need control over the final shape your base needs to have. For thicker metal and larger work, I also show you how to make a traditional hammered panel.
I hope that you’ll enjoy this process as much as I do!
View a complete table of content in this classe's webpage.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Complete beginners can follow this class, and more seasoned enamellers might also find content of interest.
If you’re a beginner, I recommend that you watch and read my video and article Introduction to Vitreous Enamel at:
www.enamelworkshop.com/intro
Once you have shaped and prepared metal bases, you can begin enamelling. You can follow up with my free video How I make colour palettes (find it on enamelworkshop.com), or my class on Enamel Application.
