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| Tanned Fish Skins |
The current workshops are so completely different, very few people have heard about it - before I tried it, I had no idea either!
We are preparing fish skins ready for tanning into leather - how unusual is that?
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| Scales Being Removed |
The process is fascinating, we are using Scottish salmon fish skins, they have to have the scales removed, which I thought was a shame because the iridescence is quite eye-catching, but they have to go. The pattern of the scales is still seen on the skin after tanning. The tanning process involves a lot of washing in different levels of tanning agent and oil is involved at some point, but I haven't got that far yet.
Anyway, did you know that the idea for sequins came from fish scales?
12 comments:
WOW! Sequins! Fish Scales!
Does the fish skin leather smell?
No Jessica, once they are tanned, they don't smell. They do during the preparation process though!
I totally have no idea that fish skin can be tanned. Very interesting post!
Have you been thinking, "How can I incorporate this into my art?" I guess I was wondering if you would do that. Skill sharing - what a fantastic idea!! People do such amazing, creative things! Can't wait for the next class, Rolina.
Nancy - I agree, it was a total revelation to me too!
Chris, you read my mind - I have been pondering the idea of using it in my art!
Hi Rolina,
I learned something new today. I had no idea that sequins came from fish scales!
very neat :)
if someone has a fish allergy could they still use it once finished tanning?? (I don't, but would be good to know anyway)
It will be fascinating to see where you take this new skill. Fish scales inspiring sequins! Who knew.
Thanks Linda, it is great to share new stuff, isn't it?
Jennifer, I don't know if it would be safe if someone had a fish allergy, but I wouldn't risk it!
Wonderful. I love the idea of a skill-sharing group- Even if you never use many of the skills you learn about. I figure many of the things one learns can be modified to be used in your art.
Have fun
That's fascinating, Rolina, and I LOVE the concept of skill sharing!
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