Introduction to Leadlight Restoration
Australian Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades
Learn to restore a leadlight panel with leadlight artist and restorer, Brian Sims.
This three-day workshop is perfect for conservators, do-it-yourselfers, and leadlight enthusiasts alike.
Brian will introduce you to the tools and techniques used in restoring a leadlight panel.
You will bring your own small leadlight panel along for the workshop, chosen in consultation with your instructor.
You will learn how to safely clean and prepare the panel for restoration, dismantle the damaged areas, repair existing solder joins, select and cut replacement glass pieces and solder them into place.
At the end of the session, you will have a restored leadlight panel ready for installation.
