Opal Electroforming Workflow

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[@ambkbero2]

I'm going to go out on a limb here and guess these opals are Ethiopian and not Australian black opal. Ethiopian opal is "Hydrophilic" which means there are tiny tubes that liquid can enter and the color will disappear due to the lack of refraction. Once it dries out (several weeks) the color will return. Australian opal (black opal) is solid and can handle getting wet. I'm a rock guy and love opal, it's kind of my thing. Hope this helps.

[@mixedmediaartgirl300]

I'm happy I watched this video, I'm doing my first opals very soon

[@gretchenschaumann1808]

This is an excellent and detailed video and truly taught me a lot. I own your book and I also have watched many of your KZbin videos over the years. This Christmas and into January I just have completed my supplies needed to electroform, and are at the point of beginning to create some of the items to electroform. This and your protection videos were so helpful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us beginners on this journey.

[@magnuswootton6181]

this is excellent i concur.

[@brits8426]

Jason I appreciate and admire your process and patience. A true craftsperson hehe thank you for your knowledge!

[@nayomihathu4377]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge ❤

[@karenparker2421]

Jason such a great vid and I’m so glad I’m not the only one with a disorganised bench…..I wud love to know ow how u made yr ring blanks for this video…cheers from Australia

[@bug4446]

Thank you so much!! I got natural opal to electroform earrings or something for my mom and I had no idea they were more sensitive than any other stone. You saved me from a lot of heartache!

[@bcwbarb]

Really good video, but I couldn't connect with the school link. I'll try again on my laptop later

[@katiekat8478]

What UV lamp is that that you are using that can be set for 30 mins? I have been looking and looking for a UV light with no timer and all i can find are gel nail curing lights that have a max of 90 secs and I’m starting to get annoyed.

[@edenstarr5740]

I'd like to continue the layering and add a nickel plate on the copper, and maybe a gold on top of that. Maybe an idea for you, if you aren't already headed that direction. 😊 I found you a couple years ago, and your brilliance on the DIY stage for chemistry astounded me.... Wish me luck! 🤞🤞🤞

[@pamelahaukaas964]

Fantastic video. I ordered your book and look forward to electroforming.

[@estefanwolcohovicharubilar2108]

Hola soy del pais de chile me gusto mucho no hablo ingles quisiera saber si puedo participar de una de tus clases yo soy artesano hago orfebreria

[@magnuswootton6181]

really nice rings. id love to see a dinner set!!!

[@flowerfulartbykalila]

Very beautiful ❤️🌸

[@fibsniper786]

How much do you pay per gram on your opal? Thanks

[@lauraashmore9999]

Thank you so much for all of your informative videos! I just ordered your book and am thinking of taking your course. Can you please recommend a good power supply machine or what to look for when purchasing one? I see several options from tekpower on amazon but they range in price. I would like to get one that will grow with me. I’ll initially be using it for rings and pendants. Thank you again!

[@yotapanmomma]

I always enjoy looking at your work. I am new to electroforming jewelry! I've never done opal because it's so difficult, but your video was very helpful. Thank you very much. By the way, did you also make the base for this ring? If so, it is very nice and I would like to try if I can make it! Electroforming jewelry is still almost unknown in Japan, so your videos are really helpful!

[@curiouskitteh8215]

This is so cool. I am going to take your class!

[@sunnieroberts2356]

whats up with all these ads? Great demo but....

[@JayJay-ne1so]

Stunning work !!!

[@Vondarkstar]

Hm what happens to the baking soda bond when it hits the bath? Does it bubble even after painted with graphite etc? 🤔

[@juangomez2014]

Beautiful. Nice job

[@Glassbymichael]

Your work is beautiful. Just want to let you know I bought your course and it is real informative. I do have some questions about the process. How can we get in touch with you?

[@tory3625]

That was awesome to watch, thank you, love your artistic workspace too, I can relate lol

[@carit5551]

Wonderful--thank you for sharing this! Just wondering if you clear-coat the copper part of the rings for resilience?

[@chableepeterson1]

Good job.... like your videos.... your stones are nice

[@ANStan-xp6tb]

Would softer stones be finished with a sealant coating after electroforming? I'd be worried that the softer Stones would become scarred with wear.

[@laurensmith604]

Great video! Awesome ring!!

[@imchris5000]

so if opals are not effected by acetone couldn't you just cover the entire stone in superglue then dissolve the glue off with acetone after electroforming?

[@eve77790]

Ethiopian or walo? I’m Aussie with lots of opals I’d love to be able to electroplate

[@criskantor4925]

I just love your vidoes! I'm SO happy to find your channel - newbie here soakin up some knowledge before I start! Exciiited!

[@hannahsansburn2372]

Just curious...could I use Apoxie Scultpt in place of this latex?

[@mandymcclure717]

Lmao. I have much respect for you so please don't get mad but lmao.....Im not the only messy artist after all. I love your work. Thanks 👍👍 o

[@katieshearer4067]

What happened to you Jason!?! 2 months without a new video?! I'm going through withdrawals here!! Haha come back soon please!! 😁

[@saybianTV]

Are you ever going to do silver? I love your education but I can't use copper in my work, I've followed your videos but have to figure out silver on my own after so long still???

[@mszk2742]

genial ! gracias

[@wr7819]

Genius!!!!!!

[@mattmarshall728]

black opal direct did a video showing how resilent opal is. He used acids also with no problem. Must be Cheap opal.

[@smashinbottles]

Legend!!!!

[@tiemsoutdoors9682]

Interesting video. Seen many of yours. But I have a question. If I can’t get muriatic acid what else can I use. ??

[@JasonWelsh]

Mix a teaspon of food grade potasium chloride to 300ml water. Add 1 drop per liter to solution. Hopefully your country allows you potasium?

[@tiemsoutdoors9682]

I’ll look into it. Thank you for responding.

[@soul_child77]

If i have copper jewelry and I wanted to make it this color, would I be able to do it with the sulfur solution mixture?

[@edenstarr5740]

Yes, you can. It also patinas silver jewelry.

[@Olhamo]

you looked at it, showed us, and still, say Modge Podge! it is Mod, like, the Mod Squad. Like, from the sixties. “Mod” Podge. I am concerned about you using so many chemicals, and so often having bare hands. nice video. Thanks for all the info. Do you find it is men who go for the larger, chunkier rings more? Those rings are big!