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