2 DAY MASTERCLASS: Painting on Enamel

This two-day intensive workshop is crafted for students who have prior experience in enamelling or have completed foundational enamel classes and are now ready to deepen their practice.

Saturday 28 June 2025

Sunday 29 June 2025

9:30am-1:30pm both days.

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL: Suitable for persons who have already completed an enamelling class with Galina, or have previous experience with enamelling in a kiln. Not suitable for beginners.

Through focused, hands-on instruction, participants will explore the painterly potential of enamel on metal, emphasising design development, technique refinement, and expressive colour work.

Key areas of focus will include:

• Blank Preparation: Selecting and preparing metal surfaces for optimal enamel adhesion and painting results

• Design Considerations: Translating sketches or concepts into enamel-friendly compositions

• Painting Techniques: Working with painting enamels, layering, shading, and line work

• Colour Blending & Tonal Variation: Creating smooth transitions, expressive palettes, and visual depth

• Firing Strategy: Managing multiple firings to preserve colour clarity and surface quality

Students will work on a small enamel panel, developing their own imagery or abstract compositions while refining their technical and artistic approach. The workshop will balance guided instruction with individual experimentation, ideal for those seeking to bring greater subtlety and intention to their enamelling practice.

Who Should Attend: This workshop is designed for students who have already explored the basics of enamelling and are comfortable with kiln processes. It’s perfect for those ready to investigate the painterly, narrative, or atmospheric potential of enamel in a supportive, skill-building environment.

Materials Provided: All enamels, basic tools, and copper blanks will be provided.

Students have a choice of circle, round or oval shape to work on.

Students are welcome to bring their own brushes, and should bring design references.

Please print your design to suit the size of the blank you wish to work on:

• 7cm x 5cm for Ovals, or

• 6cm x 6cm for Square/Circle blanks

Takeaways:

• Advanced techniques for painting and blending on enamel

• Thoughtful approaches to enamel design and colour planning

• Deeper confidence in layering, firing, and surface treatment of vitreous painting enamel

About Galina Ramensky-Manoiloff

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"For the past 20 years, I have dedicated myself to the craft of jewellery-making and enamelling, with a particular focus on the intricate techniques of cloisonné and champlevé enamelling. My love for enamelling continues to deepen as I explore its endless possibilities, blending delicate grains of glass with precious metals to create one-of-a-kind pieces. The ability to shape raw materials, from glass to metal, and incorporate precious and semi-precious stones into each creation is both challenging and profoundly rewarding.

Drawing inspiration from a vast array of sources from the rich history of renowned artists to the natural world that surrounds me each piece I create reflects my personal journey and vision. The fusion of enamel, metal, and gemstones allows me to tell unique stories, with every work carrying the soul of my creativity.

My journey as an artist has been enriched by the opportunity to study Japanese enamelling techniques in Osaka and Nagoya, Japan, as well as with some of the world’s most esteemed enamellists. These experiences have further fuelled my belief that the key to artistic growth lies in lifelong learning. I consider myself a perpetual student, constantly honing my craft and expanding my knowledge.

In addition to my personal work, I am honoured to teach and share my passion for enamelling with my students. I see myself not only as an artist but also as an advocate for this beautiful art form, guiding others in their own creative journeys. To me, the true joy of enamelling lies in its ability to inspire self-expression and ignite the imagination of those who encounter it."

Notes for Workshop Participants

• Please arrive 15 minutes before the workshop start time to get settled in our Workshop Area

• Workshops are held in the Mezzanine, located upstairs within The Churn Room

• Street parking is available on Williams Street

• Workshop participants must wear closed in shoes and have long hair tied back.

• We suggest wearing comfortable, breathable clothes suitable for warm weather conditions - we have fans, but our building is not air-conditioned

• Access to the Mezzanine may be difficult for persons with significant mobility issues. It is not wheelchair accessible. Please consider this prior to booking.

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