Jessica, this is a very educational video on using luster, so much good instruction and guidance here! And I'm glad you gave the type of your kiln (Skutt, me too) and the cone to which you fire, and that you preheat for an hour! You're an awesome pottery instructor!
This was so Helpful 👍... Thank you so much... I purchased Duncan Gold and Silver years ago and never use them... I don't have a Kiln... I WISH... Your Pieces are absolutely beautiful ❣️😍
Hey Jessica, Excellent info as usual! Thanks! I've had good luck using rubbing alcohol and a q-tip to remove any luster mistakes on my work. It's quick and easy - just need to keep getting a clean q-tip as you go.
Awesome video! I'm about to apply the gold luster to a tile wall project at a school. This is going to be awesome. Thank you for such a detailed intro to applying the luster glaze.
Wait. Is the luster acceptable for food contact or not. There is not a 'ok for special ocations' safety rating. The manufacture must stat one way or the other not a 'sometimes'.
Hi, Jessica!.. Love your video!.. I'm fairly new to the ceramic world and will be venturing my first attempt with luster!.. I have a small Skutt Firebox kiln and I'm curious as to the proper settings to do this. You had mentioned a 1 hour preheat, medium, and at cone 017. Are you programming in a Hold as well...? I'm applying it to glazed ceramic pendants. If I'm just accenting the front of the pendant can I set it on the kiln shelf itself. I figured because of the much lower cone I wouldn't have to be concerned about the already glazed piece fusing to the kiln... Would that be a correct assumption...? Thank you and I look forward to your response!.. :)
Great tips! I did my gold luster yesterday and haha I have a smudge I thought I cleaned but obviously didn't because no it's purple... What brand is the gold eraser or where do you buy it from? Thanks!
Hi Jessica! I want to apply gold luster on the rim of a plate about 26 cm diameter, do you know approximately how many plates can I decorate with one bottle of 2g? Thanks for the advice! I love your videos!
Is your gold luster applied on after glazing and clear glazing? Like is it the last last thing to fire again. So for example is that mug doing to be fired 3 times before its a finished product?
Is there a way I can touch up the gold luster on some antique tea sets without having to use a kiln but still have the same finishing effect? I was hand washing some of my tea sets and I must have scrubbed too hard because I noticed some of the gold luster started fading in some areas. I've looked everywhere online and haven't found a solution T.T please help!
Hi Jessica, I have an old bottle of gold/platinum luster I would like to try. What type of glaze can you apply it to? High Fire & Low Fire? Essentially this is like a third firing of your work, right? Also, i have a big electric kiln- do know what setting i would use for that? Thanks.
Can you help with a botched attempt? I added gold luster over a glaze called gold. Followed your instructions and the piece is not shiny, looks like dull bronze, except in a few stops. Looks like a bad glazing job but the piece is only 1" square. wish I could send photo. Your video gave me the courage to to do this for first time and I was so happy to find it. Thank you, I love all your videos!!
Hi Melissa, the key to achieving a glossy luster finish is to apply it over a glossy glaze. The luster will have the same finish as whatever it is applied to. I am not familiar with the Gold glaze you used but if you want to send me an image via Facebook(you may have to friend me first) I will be happy to look at it. I am so glad to hear that my video encouraged you to give luster a try. Keep at it and I know you will get the results you are after. Best, Jessica
Can you tell me how to apply mother of pearl? Does it need essence applied first? If so do I let it dry before applying the mother or pearl? And is one layer the best? I heard that it should not be over applied. The last two firings my mother of pearl was dull. I fired at 019 fast speed in my small skutt kiln. Thank you for your help.
Love your channel, thank you for sharing your process! Where do you find the gold eraser? They don't have it at my local shop and I was wondering if you could recommend an on-line shop. Cheers! Leah
Hi! I am getting back into ceramics and I would like to get really vibrant red, green, and blue colors and I also plan on adding duncan gold luster to my pieces. The kiln I have access to is a gas kiln, can i still achieve those results in a gas kiln ?
yes, you can achieve good colors in a gas kiln but you'll have to fire the luster to a lower temp. There is a whole other method of getting luster from glazes which are reduction fired to cone 9-10. Check out the work of Beatrice Wood, she was amazing and did gas fired lusters.
i have a question, i am doing writing on a plate. i was needing to know if i can use a fine tip marker or pen to write on the plate and put the gold over it. will the marker burn off or will the gold cover it or should i just free hand the gold on the plate? i am writing names on the plate and i just want to make sure i get the gold super correct on the plate.
Yes, you can use a pen to write on the plate an it should burn off. Check this website out www.thegoodstuff.com she sells everything for china painting and luster and may have a marker specifically for using with gold over it. jess
DO you by chance know if ceramic lusters and glazes are compatible with Boro glass?..(COE 33.) I have some purple luster I use from time to time and it is nearly empty. Unfortunately, my Lampworking supplier does not know WTH I am referring too. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers.
hmmmm... i dont know much about glass work but if the firing temps are comparable them maybe the material will be too, Do a test on a small piece and see how that works!
You're HAWT! I'm not into pottery but I wish I were....Anyway, great videos. Really like watching you (that sounds kind'a creepy, I know)......Keep them coming, I'm sure your fans love them!
What is the 'Essense'? You said "I like to use Lavender Oil", implying there are several choices, but you do not really tell what the 'Essense' is if we wanted to use something different.
Duncan makes a product called "essence" it can be used to dilute the lusters and clean your brushes. Personally I just use lavender oil, it is readily available and smells so good! Aromatherapy while you work!
What a generous instructor! Thanks for the intro.
Every one of your videos is awesome. You teach so well. Thank you so much. Lu x
Oh yay !! U are starting to play guitar I luuuuuv your voice and you will be a great musician/singer.
Thanks for the details! I didn’t realize I needed to use separate brushes and separate thinners or essence.
Thank you for the video! I can't wait to try out luster on my work!
Jessica, this is a very educational video on using luster, so much good instruction and guidance here! And I'm glad you gave the type of your kiln (Skutt, me too) and the cone to which you fire, and that you preheat for an hour! You're an awesome pottery instructor!
I work and learn in a great Studio but you are the icing on the cake. Thank you.
This was so Helpful 👍... Thank you so much... I purchased Duncan Gold and Silver years ago and never use them...
I don't have a Kiln... I WISH...
Your Pieces are absolutely beautiful ❣️😍
You are a very smart lady, we appreciate the tips and advice. "Oooh shiny! " -made me chuckle
My goodness!! You're awesome! Thank you so much for being so very generous with your knowledge. It's greatly appreciated!
Your energy is awesome and you are so generous. Love your work! Thanks so much for sharing!
You can also use very fine grit sandpaper to get rid of purple mistakes! It won’t scratch the glaze
Hey Jessica, Excellent info as usual! Thanks! I've had good luck using rubbing alcohol and a q-tip to remove any luster mistakes on my work. It's quick and easy - just need to keep getting a clean q-tip as you go.
I would love to see a studio tour to get set up/ organization ideas
Thanks for sharing the film , very nice! i am also a porcelain painter , and paint the gold liquid , i like mix the gold with camphor oil
Awesome video! I'm about to apply the gold luster to a tile wall project at a school. This is going to be awesome. Thank you for such a detailed intro to applying the luster glaze.
As always you answer all my questions, you rock.
Awesome sniper art on your plates. Thanks for the videos, I am shopping around for a small propane kiln.
Wait. Is the luster acceptable for food contact or not. There is not a 'ok for special ocations' safety rating. The manufacture must stat one way or the other not a 'sometimes'.
You really should set up a ventilation system for your Kiln some of the fumes that come off a different glazes are very toxic.
You'll be happy to learn that I now have a vent on my kiln and an air filtration system in the studio! :)
Thank you for sharing! Those plates are amazing!!!
Is their a product that is a gold glaze but not as pricey?
Hi, Jessica!.. Love your video!.. I'm fairly new to the ceramic world and will be venturing my first attempt with luster!.. I have a small Skutt Firebox kiln and I'm curious as to the proper settings to do this. You had mentioned a 1 hour preheat, medium, and at cone 017. Are you programming in a Hold as well...? I'm applying it to glazed ceramic pendants. If I'm just accenting the front of the pendant can I set it on the kiln shelf itself. I figured because of the much lower cone I wouldn't have to be concerned about the already glazed piece fusing to the kiln... Would that be a correct assumption...? Thank you and I look forward to your response!.. :)
Appreciate your teachings. Very innovative ! 💠✴💠
Glad you enjoy them.
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Also, how do you know if you have enough luster on to create a mark free finish?
Jessica, is it possible to marbleize with gold lusters? Can you put drops of gold in water?
What is the best gold to use in a restoration when glue and acrylic paints are used but you still need that gold look?
Speedball Art makes a gold foil that is great for restoration :)
Could you indicate where I can buy lusters? site.
just curious Jessica why you're not wearing a vapor mask, even though you're in a well ventilated area.
She's probably not wearing a mask so she can speak clearly for the video!! Great vid Jessica, nice examples!
Is there any way to remove cloudiness from the lustre? The finish is glossy and Matt in some areas and I am assuming it’s the cloudiness
Great tips! I did my gold luster yesterday and haha I have a smudge I thought I cleaned but obviously didn't because no it's purple... What brand is the gold eraser or where do you buy it from? Thanks!
Hi Jessica! I want to apply gold luster on the rim of a plate about 26 cm diameter, do you know approximately how many plates can I decorate with one bottle of 2g? Thanks for the advice! I love your videos!
Is your gold luster applied on after glazing and clear glazing? Like is it the last last thing to fire again. So for example is that mug doing to be fired 3 times before its a finished product?
Is there a way I can touch up the gold luster on some antique tea sets without having to use a kiln but still have the same finishing effect? I was hand washing some of my tea sets and I must have scrubbed too hard because I noticed some of the gold luster started fading in some areas. I've looked everywhere online and haven't found a solution T.T please help!
So do you fire the gold luster on a glaze fire or a bisque schedule?
Where did you get you gold and eraser? Thanks
Hi Jessica, I have an old bottle of gold/platinum luster I would like to try. What type of glaze can you apply it to? High Fire & Low Fire? Essentially this is like a third firing of your work, right? Also, i have a big electric kiln- do know what setting i would use for that? Thanks.
What glaze colors and brand do you use to get the rainbow so bright? Thanks!
Hello, I have lusters of various colors and some are thick. Can I condition them with essence?
How do you know you have the lustre painted on in the proper thickness?
What other things can you use for essence? What other liquids? You used Lavender oil, can you use alcohol or coconut oil?
some people use water, mountain dew, sugar water, mineral oil. I would use alcohol but you could try coconut oil
Can you help with a botched attempt? I added gold luster over a glaze called gold. Followed your instructions and the piece is not shiny, looks like dull bronze, except in a few stops. Looks like a bad glazing job but the piece is only 1" square. wish I could send photo. Your video gave me the courage to to do this for first time and I was so happy to find it. Thank you, I love all your videos!!
Hi Melissa, the key to achieving a glossy luster finish is to apply it over a glossy glaze. The luster will have the same finish as whatever it is applied to. I am not familiar with the Gold glaze you used but if you want to send me an image via Facebook(you may have to friend me first) I will be happy to look at it. I am so glad to hear that my video encouraged you to give luster a try. Keep at it and I know you will get the results you are after. Best, Jessica
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Is lavender essence the same as lavender essential oil?
Can you tell me how to apply mother of pearl? Does it need essence applied first? If so do I let it dry before applying the mother or pearl? And is one layer the best? I heard that it should not be over applied. The last two firings my mother of pearl was dull. I fired at 019 fast speed in my small skutt kiln. Thank you for your help.
Jessica what do you use to clean all your brushes?
Love your channel, thank you for sharing your process! Where do you find the gold eraser? They don't have it at my local shop and I was wondering if you could recommend an on-line shop. Cheers! Leah
I found mine at www.thebigceramicstore.com
Hi Jessica,thanks for good lesson,but can you tell me please how you firing. How long need firing and how many degrees.
I fire to cone 017 on medium speed(about 10 hours) about 1360 f
Hello Jessica, do you plug all the holes or vent the lid? Thanks
Do you have recipe for luster glazes?
Hi! I am getting back into ceramics and I would like to get really vibrant red, green, and blue colors and I also plan on adding duncan gold luster to my pieces. The kiln I have access to is a gas kiln, can i still achieve those results in a gas kiln ?
yes, you can achieve good colors in a gas kiln but you'll have to fire the luster to a lower temp. There is a whole other method of getting luster from glazes which are reduction fired to cone 9-10. Check out the work of Beatrice Wood, she was amazing and did gas fired lusters.
i have a question, i am doing writing on a plate. i was needing to know if i can use a fine tip marker or pen to write on the plate and put the gold over it. will the marker burn off or will the gold cover it or should i just free hand the gold on the plate? i am writing names on the plate and i just want to make sure i get the gold super correct on the plate.
Yes, you can use a pen to write on the plate an it should burn off. Check this website out www.thegoodstuff.com she sells everything for china painting and luster and may have a marker specifically for using with gold over it.
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Hey Jessica, can i use this on air dry clay after painting it with acrylics? And then coat it with varnish or resin on top?
After firing the lustre,you can paint any varnish you want on it.
@@kevingshi is it necessary to fire the lustre?
great video! thx!
Is this lavender oil like an essential oil that you'd put in a diffuser?
yes
So you fire your luster workWith the kiln peeps out?
gold and other luster fire Much cooler than glazes around 016-018
DO you by chance know if ceramic lusters and glazes are compatible with Boro glass?..(COE 33.) I have some purple luster I use from time to time and it is nearly empty. Unfortunately, my Lampworking supplier does not know WTH I am referring too. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers.
hmmmm... i dont know much about glass work but if the firing temps are comparable them maybe the material will be too, Do a test on a small piece and see how that works!
I know someone who uses the gold on her fused glass pieces-it's very beautiful---
You're HAWT! I'm not into pottery but I wish I were....Anyway, great videos. Really like watching you (that sounds kind'a creepy, I know)......Keep them coming, I'm sure your fans love them!
What is the 'Essense'? You said "I like to use Lavender Oil", implying there are several choices, but you do not really tell what the 'Essense' is if we wanted to use something different.
+Jessica Putnam-Phillips I have the same question as above.
Duncan makes a product called "essence" it can be used to dilute the lusters and clean your brushes. Personally I just use lavender oil, it is readily available and smells so good! Aromatherapy while you work!
Do you buy the lavender oil at a health food store?
Jéssica, can i use any oil? Like olive, coconut?
Where does one find oil of lavender?
anywhere w/ china painting supplies like Maryland China or Dallas China--
That platter is SCHWEEET!..
Nope! I need a non-fire required mirror gold...not fire on.
No mask?