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With an adjustable flame torch, you can decide the level of detail you want to incorporate into your design. The copper is your canvas and the blowtorch is your paint and paintbrush. This activity is not appropriate for children.įollow along in the video as Discovery Place team members demonstrate copper flame painting, then ignite your scorched science knowledge by reading more below!įlame painting is a unique art form that can take simple copper sheeting and transform it into a colorful masterpiece. Because this activity includes fire, we do not recommend trying it at home unless you have the proper training and required safety equipment including fire safety gloves, clothing (lab coat, long pants, close-toed shoes) and face masks or goggles, as well as a fire extinguisher in the event of an emergency. Photo Credit: “Celebrate Life” by artist David Rushįirst, we want to address some important safety considerations.

In the first episode of our new series “Scorched Science” we are exploring the science behind copper oxidation while showing the craftsmanship of copper flame painting. At Discovery Place Science, we enjoy pushing the boundaries of innovation and incorporating STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) concepts into the design process as much as possible.

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