Venus, artist book by Daniel E. Kelm, Photo credit: One Match Films
Artist at Work: All that Glitters is Gold (or Is It?)
All that Glitters is Gold (or Is It?)
GETTY CENTER
Museum Studios
Join renowned book artist Daniel Kelm in an exploration of the use of gold and its glittery cousins in Medieval manuscripts. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of chemistry and alchemy, Kelm investigates the philosophical underpinnings of alchemy and how gold relates to the Humors and other alchemical concepts as he demonstrates techniques for working with gold, including gold leaf on paper and leather and making powdered gold for paint. Complements the exhibitions The Alchemy of Color in Medieval Manuscripts and The Art of Alchemy.
