This video shows how to apply gold metal leaf on an illuminated letter for a calligraphy manuscript on watercolor paper using Speedball adhesive size. It will demonstrate how to apply the size, put on the gold metal leaf, clean off the excess leafing, and sharpen the edges of the illuminated letter.

Materials:
Fabriano 100% cotton 140 lb hot press watercolor paper
Grumbacher watercolor brushes, size 2 and 6
Speedball adhesive size
Gold metal leaf
Speedball sealer (not shown in video, but used to finalize project)

Music: Schön Rosmarin by Fritz Kreisler, performed by Samantha May, violin, used with permission (private collection)