Ask the Artist – Private Studio / Web / Phone Consultation with Karena Franklin
15-minute increments
Do you have questions about gilding, gold, choosing the right particulate size for your project, or working with shell gold?
Are you looking for insight into techniques, materials, or presentation for a painting or gilding project you’re working on?
Perhaps you’re a designer, collector, or new business owner needing guidance with branding and art selection. I’m happy to help! Let’s set aside dedicated time to collabourate.
15 minutes – $75
Ideal for one or two quick questions, tiny troubleshooting, or “is this how you do this?” calls.
30 minutes – $135
Focused help on one main topic (shell gold issue, material selection, or project direction).
45 minutes – $190
Deeper mentoring or multi-question sessions.
60 minutes – $250
Full consult: project review, materials, techniques, branding thoughts, and next-step recommendations.
Many clients use this consultation as the first step in planning a bespoke original. Small Luminosa Collectables begin around $7,800, with larger feature and cathedral works ranging from $15,000 to $90,000+
Large-scale, fully gilded original works and bespoke altar or feature pieces are significant investments, often beginning in the tens of thousands. These consultations provide a thoughtful, low-risk way to clarify vision, scale, and feasibility before moving into a major commission.
Longer sessions can be arranged (6 hour daily limit); additional charges may apply.
To schedule an online or in-person meeting or tutoring session, please email thegildedhart@gmail.com with your request.
Travel and accommodation expenses will apply for in-person bookings.
You will be contacted within 24 hours to schedule your consultation.
Ask the Artist – Private Studio / Web / Phone Consultation with Karena Franklin
15-minute increments
Do you have questions about gilding, gold, choosing the right particulate size for your project, or working with shell gold?
Are you looking for insight into techniques, materials, or presentation for a painting or gilding project you’re working on?
Perhaps you’re a designer, collector, or new business owner needing guidance with branding and art selection. I’m happy to help! Let’s set aside dedicated time to collabourate.
15 minutes – $75
Ideal for one or two quick questions, tiny troubleshooting, or “is this how you do this?” calls.
30 minutes – $135
Focused help on one main topic (shell gold issue, material selection, or project direction).
45 minutes – $190
Deeper mentoring or multi-question sessions.
60 minutes – $250
Full consult: project review, materials, techniques, branding thoughts, and next-step recommendations.
Many clients use this consultation as the first step in planning a bespoke original. Small Luminosa Collectables begin around $7,800, with larger feature and cathedral works ranging from $15,000 to $90,000+
Large-scale, fully gilded original works and bespoke altar or feature pieces are significant investments, often beginning in the tens of thousands. These consultations provide a thoughtful, low-risk way to clarify vision, scale, and feasibility before moving into a major commission.
Longer sessions can be arranged (6 hour daily limit); additional charges may apply.
To schedule an online or in-person meeting or tutoring session, please email thegildedhart@gmail.com with your request.
Travel and accommodation expenses will apply for in-person bookings.
You will be contacted within 24 hours to schedule your consultation.
