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After 40 years of pioneering in bronze casting and decorative Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC), David Mune has unlocked the art and chemistry of acid-free reactive patinas. This revolutionary technique offers vibrant, layered colors that transform ordinary cement into masterpieces with the allure of bronze. Our book, "Reactive Patinas," aims to share this once-closed technology, inspiring artists and igniting a new craft industry.

David's journey from bronze casting to GFRC is marked by curiosity and innovation. One serendipitous moment occurred in his foundry, where spills on the floor led to a brilliant new chemistry for coloring cement. He witnessed vibrant salts blooming on concrete, like watching color spill across a canvas. This discovery was the cornerstone of his acid-free reactive patinas. Unlike traditional acid stains, which erode layers, David's technique allows multiple salts to be layered without damage, creating unprecedented depth and color range—a true game-changer for artists, architects, and DIY enthusiasts.

We aim to fund independent publication, ensuring full creative and financial control. The funds will cover printing, editing, design, and distribution, alongside expanding reactive patina techniques into new craft sectors like reactive paper—a groundbreaking future medium marrying watercolor-like delicacy with innovative chemistry.

By supporting this campaign, you'll help democratize these techniques, spark an exciting craft industry, and safeguard the intellectual property of truly revolutionary processes. Join us in bringing "Reactive Patinas" to life, and be part of a future where creativity knows no bounds