Shibuichi – Etching
November 9th, 2008 WendyLee Posted in Etching Metal, Techniques | No Comments »
Here is a sample of the shibuichi 25% that I etched using the Battery and saltwater method. I wasn’t sure how this would work as it has 25% silver in the metal. To my suprise it did work. I used PNP paper as a resist, the etch was a little rustic and not as clean and sharp as I got on the copper.
The etching did take a little longer then the copper pieces, I am assuming this was due to the silver content.
I think once this piece is cleaned up and patinaed then I think it will look alot better. If I manage to get some blues onto it than I think it will add to the rustic feel of the piece.
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