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Patinas on Copper

I often feel like a geologist with patinas - I make them, yet the patterns are always a surprise, so it often feels like I am finding them. I have made hundreds of tests and will be uploading more soon.

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Copper patina #1
12" x 36"
calcium carbonate and acetic acid
Copper patina #3
12" x 36"
various

Copper Green Patina

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Copper patina #2
12" x 36"
acetic acid and ammonia
Copper patina #2 - cut and laid out at different heights
13" x 38"
mounted on black matboard and framed

 

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Copper Patina #2
side view showing the raised pieces

Copper patina #2
top view showing the raised pieces

 

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Copper patina #4
16" x 36"
acetic acid & sodium chloride
Copper patina #5
16" x 36"
ammonia & sodium chloride

 

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