April Bower | Silver Aspen, Copper Sky: a mixed-media project | Monday | August 3, 2026 | 9:00 am until 4:00 pm
$220.00
It might be hot outside, but you’ll feel cool creating an aspen tree/silver birch painting on genuine copper.
Learn the art of silver and gold leafing – along with some simple tricks to give your trees a natural look and that shimmery essence of autumn aspen leaves.
I will supply materials to make an approx. 11”x14″ finished piece.
Explore reactive patina on copper for your background, then create your trees & leaves.
When you’re finished, mount your masterpiece on wood cradle board and seal for a ready to hang piece.
Long time students at THE DESERT by Vivi Magoo might only know me as a metalsmith and jewelry instructor, but like most artists, I work in many mediums for my creative expression.
For the past many years, I have created two-dimensional wall pieces using reactive chemicals on copper panels.
These have been carried and sold by galleries throughout the Southwest.
My style and techniques have evolved over the years, and I would love to share some of my best tips and techniques with you.
WE WILL RELEASE SEATS FOR PURCHASE THE MORNING OF REGISTRATION.
*** MAY 18TH AT NOON (PHOENIX TIME) ***

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Description

Instructor: April Bower
Date of Class: August 3, 2026
Number of hours of class: 6 hours
Time: 9:00 am until 4:00 pm
Level: All levels welcome
Type: Mixed-media (project-oriented)
Class Fee: $220
Kit Fee: $65.00
Kit Includes
handout with photos
11″x14″ or 8”x18” (approx. 150 sq in) 1.75″ deep wood cradle board
Copper, sized to cover board
composition silver and gold leaf
use of
patina
copper adhesive
sizing adhesive
microfiber cloth
tree shape templates if you choose
black acrylic
brushes
clear lacquer spray sealer
clean chip brush
Student Supply List
apron
extra fine black sharpie
latex gloves if your skin is extra sensitive
Instructor will have the following for use in class
Everything you’ll need to complete
Instructor Email Address: AprilBowerJewelry@gmail.com
Instructor Website: www.AprilBower.com



