How to Apply Gold Leaf - full instructions, professional results

Here are some suggestions for purchasing supplies online:

Imitation Gold Leaf:

Leaf Adhesive:

Sealer to go over the leaf:

A Kit with all three of the above:

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One caveat for all the viewers interested in working with composition leaf or genuine silver leaf: If you're not painting or glazing over your applied leaf, don't ever touch the leaf with your bare fingers, as the oils from your skin will absolutely tarnish the leaf. You won't notice the tarnish until after you've sealed it with a clear coat, it develops over time; but there's no kind of remorse quite like discovering that mistake on a completed surface that you put hours of effort and artisanship into....(don't ask how I know this...) I always wear latex or vinyl disposable gloves when working with Dutch metal/composition leaf or genuine silver leaf). With genuine gold leaf or aluminum leaf it's not a problem, because neither can tarnish. Hope this helps, happy creating to all :)))

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Wow, what a model of clarity and helpfulness. If only more Youtubers were this professional!

[melissagriggs-boling]

This was one of the best teaching videos I've ever seen. You are so detailed and easy to follow.

[rachelsremedies]

watched the whole video, now I know how to apply gold leaf. You go girl !!!

[corrneliamuller]

Absolutely fantastic tutorial and wonderfully detailed. Thank you very much. Will be watching it again and again. ❤

[guthraiel]

being an art student is looking up a tutorial less then 24 hours before a deadline lol 😭 thank you so much ma'am you've literally saved my life 🙏🙏

[MindOverMatter]

Thank you for sharing this has become my new interest as I've been Accenting in Gold paint for years. I've looked everywhere for explanation and have found little, I'm so excited to go on this journey with you ❤

[tula__]

This is the BEST tutorial of gold leaf application. I'm not sure why it has so low views compared to others that are as tacky as it can get but so popular. 🙂

[bernadetteflynn]

Excellent tutorial. No faffing around, just clear instructions. So refreshing. Thank you. 👏👏👏🇮🇪

[deborahbaca]

Best instruction video ever. Thank you for being so thorough. So many examples and great explanations, dos and don'ts, so helpful with a great delivery. Great teacher.

[kathleenhanan]

Ok I know this was 8 yrs ago, but recently I saw a painting using gold leaf and wanted to try do something similar myself, and I am so ecstatic that I found and watched your video first.... What an amazing lesson. Now my mind is exploding with even more ideas.

[SweetSoCalLife]

What an informative tutorial! I feel like I took a whole class without all the hassle. Very nice teaching aesthetic. TYSM!

[lonemapper]

I have been looking for a video like this for years. This is the most thorough of any art vid I have seen. Over the top great. Very generous!

[paulavetter]

Step by step with so many important tips. Thank you! Your art is beautiful.

[carlosclaptrix]

Wow, I love your precise way of talking!

[georginacuriel]

Dear Nancy, I watched over and over your video on how to apply gold metal leaf. I thank you kindly for your generosity sharing your knowledge and experience. Truly yours, Georgina

[marciaernst]

By far the best video on how to use gold leaf! I finally understand the whole process. I'll be continuing on to your next video. Your paintings in the background are gorgeous!

[pallavisreetambraparni]

Very well explained. I have always wanted to learn how to paint and use gold leaf

[documentdocument]

Best video I have ever seen on gold leafing. I think saved me a lot of headaches!!

[ApakmanMarquez]

There's a lot of really good tips here not only about gilding but also about painting. Thanks so much for sharing!