- Stretch a large piece loosely around a base of foam-core. Wrap it around the edges. Note: Some artists apply glue here and there to hold the foil in place better. I've not found it necessary, except to secure the excess foil at the back.
- Use your fingers, a pencil eraser, or a shaper tool to form ridges, lines, shapes, etc. in the foil. Pinch and wrinkle at will, leaving some areas flat for variety and contrast.
- Consider pressing in drawings of symbols, words, or numbers, too. See the little hand? See the ancient sun symbol?
4. Try various mediums, acrylics, inks--anything that will stick to the foil. Antique the piece so the depressions have shadows, and brush highlights over the top edges if you wish.