Gilding the image – Marc Alexander demonstrates his techniques for using gold leaf gilding in an oil painting. In 2012, I produced a series of paintings for a solo exhibition entitled “Dreams of an Enchanted World”. This exhibition was mainly … Continued
The Kiss (Lovers) was painted by the Austrian Symbolist painter Gustav Klimt between 1908 and 1909, the highpoint of his “Golden Period”, when he painted a number of works in a similar gilded style. A perfect square, the canvas depicts … Continued
GILDING AND PAINTING Come join Marc Alexander as he discusses and demonstrates his technique and the stages of producing his signature partially gilded oil paintings. The workshop will cover an overview of the following: priming, sketching, monochromatic underpainting, texturing, gilding and painting … Continued
Come join Marc Alexander as he discusses and demonstrates his technique and the stages of producing his signature partially gilded oil paintings. The workshop will cover an overview of the following: priming, sketching, monochromatic under-painting, texturing, gilding and painting in … Continued
My Bateleur Eagle is finished! Now on show at the Studio Galley Kalk Bay, as part of a group exhibition titled “Soul Food.” Showcasing new works by some of South Africa’s leading artists. This exhibition will run until the 9th of September 2015. I really … Continued