DEMONSTRATION: "Preparing Copper Plate for Oils," with Cornelia Hernes

Cornelia Hernes explains how she prepares copper for oil painting using materials you probably already have lying around your home or studio. See more exclusive content on our Instagram: @ccsfineartmaterials @ccsschoolofart

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I use copper sheeting made for counter tops. Got two different weights at the salvage yard. Cut the lighter one with a paoercuter. Heavey one with a pipe cutter.

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Hi, thankyou for demo. Im wanting to buy a copper panel to oil paint on too.
May I ask what depth your panel is? Did you use a very fine sand paper or rough and did you rub the sandpaper gently or hard? Also what percentage of alcohol was the iboprophyl you used? thankyou. This will help me a lot, as i will then know exactly what to do. much appreciated