HLST 2010 Historic Painting and Finishing
This course demonstrates both modern and historic techniques used to imitate stone and wood finishes. Topics include: surface preparation, selection of medium, and techniques used. Fundamental techniques will be used on many different mediums. This course also studies wood and its characteristics. Topics to include: physical, chemical, and biological properties, as well as, the deteriorization process. Wood joinery, stabilization and historical replication will be covered.