Julie Oldfield Copper Burning Demonstration: Working with science and nature

The Opening of our new exhibition Elemental Echoes starts with a copper burning demonstration by gallery artist Julie Oldfield at 2pm.

Julie says

"Weathering and burning drew me to experiment with metal sheets and the effects of chemistry, heat and patination foundations that I then develop with traditional art materials.  The metal I'm using for this event will be copper. I use different metals for different effects.  My tool is a bonfire where I'll be burning the copper sheet.

Then I use acids and alkalis, grinders, scrapers, pastels, and natural weathering leaving my paintings outside to develop opening up surface possibilities.

Working with science and nature in this way often gives unexpected results, especially with the uneven heat of the fire and exposure."

The demonstration is free with entry to the Sculpture Park and will take place in the Riverside arena, running for approximately 2 hours.  Limited places so please email the gallery to confirm your attendance    gallery@sculpturebythelakes.co.uk.