Stained and Fused Glass Workshop – Create Bespoke Fused Glass and Stained Glass Items
Stained and Fused Glass Workshop – Create Bespoke Fused Glass and Stained Glass Items
What will I learn?
This is a broad based creative course and you will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and hands-on experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and create your own bespoke fused glass and/or stained glass items. No experience necessary.During the course you will learn:• to work safely and effectively• to cut and grind glass safely• what ‘fusing compatibility glass’ means and its importance in producing successful fused glass items• to recognise the importance of experimentation as the results of the firing of materials can be unpredictable• to learn and experience a range of the different techniques used to create a selection of experimental fused glass and stained glass items• to learn the basic elements of design and use these innovatively in your selected fused glass/stained glass designs• to design, plan, prepare and make a bespoke piece of fused glass and/or stained glass• to gain an insight into how to prepare fused glass items for kiln firing• to consider and apply where appropriate the use of bails, fixings, wire, wrappings and kiln paper in glass making.You will have demonstrations of the techniques, tooling, materials, and equipment used in the design and making of your selected glass items. The applicable creative techniques being further developed through practical experimentation. This being followed up with the design and construction of your own bespoke pieces of glass.
Is this course for me?
No experience is necessary to join this course. Those with no or little experience will cover the fundamental knowledge together with gaining hands-on experience of the different processes used to create unique and beautiful glass items. Improvers will be able to enhance their artistic skills learning more advanced techniques and to create more ambitious items.
What do I need to bring?
For the first session it is not necessary to bring anything, but if you are in possession of safety glasses, please bring these with you. Please wear old clothing/bring an apron.
How will I know that my skills have improved?
At the beginning of the workshop, your tutor will help you identify your personal goals and what you hope to achieve. As the day progresses, you will be encouraged to expand your learning and achieve your personal goals. At the end of the workshop, you will have an opportunity to discuss your progression with your tutor and consider how your knowledge and capabilities have grown.
Additional Information
Additional costs: Glass, tools and equipment will be available for making your glass item(s). However, a fee will be required to cover the costs of the consumable materials and firings. Please bring £25 to cover this cost which is payable to the tutor at the beginning of the course. You may choose to purchase additional materials yourself to enhance your projects.Any fused glass items will need to be prepared for kiln firing by the tutor.Please also bring a packed lunch. Drinks are available on site for a small charge.After attending this workshop, you will receive a 10% discount on any further workshop or course you enrol on. This is not available online. Please call our enrolment team on 01296-382403.
Course Code: GLAS037-2627-1BU-A