Magical Creations

​​Electroforming is the intricate process of fusing metal onto another medium using a low voltage electrical charge. The process involves coating an organic object in conductive paint. The piece is then suspended in an electrolytic solution comprised of copper sulfate and sulfuric acid. The electrical charge breaks down a positively charged copper anode and deposits it onto the piece, which is suspended from the negatively charged cathode. A layer of copper slowly forms over the piece. After many hours it is removed from the bath and goes on to the polish, patina, and sealing processes. It is hardy and durable, while the original organic material remains encased in its new exoskeleton.