My Gold Embellishment Process
When you collect one of my Black art prints, you’re not just getting a reproduction — you’re getting a piece of artwork that I’ve taken the time to personally enhance, making it truly one-of-a-kind. One of my favorite ways to do this is through gold foil embellishment.
This process transforms a standard art print into something that shimmers, catches the light, and feels like it belongs in both a gallery and your home.
What Is Gold Foil Embellishment?
Gold foil embellishment is the process of applying thin sheets of metallic gold to specific areas of a print. I do this entirely by hand in my studio, carefully following the lines, highlights, or accents in the image.
In my Gold Embellished Heart Bamboo Earrings print, for example, the foil brings the jewelry to life, giving it the same luster and dimension as real gold. The result is a piece that feels tactile, luminous, and incredibly special.
Why It Makes Each Print Unique
Even though a print comes from the same original painting, no two embellished pieces are exactly the same.
Each brushstroke of adhesive is different.
The way the foil adheres and reflects light varies with every application.
The texture becomes something you can see and feel.
This is why collectors often prefer embellished prints — they carry the artist’s personal touch and stand apart from mass-produced reproductions.
How It Adds Value to Your Collection
Gold foil embellishment not only adds visual richness, it also increases the value of the print. Because each one is uniquely finished by hand, it blurs the line between a print and an original work of art.
Collectors appreciate:
Exclusivity – Only a limited number of embellished prints exist.
Personal craftsmanship – My hand was on every single one.
Investment potential – Embellished limited editions often hold or grow in value over time.
For example, my Gold Embellished Heart Bamboo Earrings print is limited to only 50 pieces — and as of now, fewer than 20 remain. Once they’re gone, they will never be made again.
Why Collectors Love My Black Art Prints
As a Black woman artist, my work celebrates the beauty, traditions, and everyday elegance of Black culture. From the symbolism of bamboo earrings to the joy of a summer cookout, each print is a piece of cultural storytelling.
When you own one of my embellished Black art prints, you’re not just hanging something pretty on your wall — you’re preserving a piece of our shared heritage, in a form that’s rare, meaningful, and handmade.
Ready to start your collection? Browse my limited edition Black art prints and bring home a piece that’s as unique as you are.
💬 In the comments: Which of my works would you love to see with gold foil embellishment next?
