Discover the art of fused glass in the two part class.
Explore design, color and decorative techniques used in making functional art
glass. Techniques include cutting, grinding, and torch work with
stringers. As you learn you will make one tile or four coasters and two
plates. Supplies and firing fee of $75 is payable to the instructor.
Have you taken a fused glass class and want to create your own unique
project? In this open studio you will work on your own independent
project with the guidance of instructor and artist Janet Foley. All tools
will be provided to create your own masterpiece. Supply and firing fee
will vary depending on the project.
Fused Glass Basics - Pick-A-Project
In
this introduction to
Fused and Formed Glass, kiln work's most popular art form, participants
will
create a beautiful fused glass project using precut glass in brilliant
colors.
There are several choices of projects-- plates, small dishes,
mirrors,
picture frames or coasters. The class will began with
a discussion and
hands on demonstration about glass fusing basics - types of
glass,-cutting, fusing, and kiln forming. This class offers a
taste of glass for
those who are curious and want to create something beautiful and
functional without the investment of tools and
materials. Glass-cutting
experience is helpful but not required. Closed-toed shoes please. All
materials, tools, and firing fees are included in the supply fee.
Fused
Glass Jewelry - Dichroic Glass
In this fast
pace workshop we will explore making jewelry with fused glass. Make several
broaches, pins, earrings, or pendants using small pieces of brilliantly colored
glass. Stringers, iridized, dichroic, opalescent, and transparent glass
will all be available for use. Finished jewelry will be attached to silver
bales, pins or earring backs. No prerequisites required. Glass will be
fired outside of class. All glass supplies and tools will be provided. Please
wear closed-toed shoes.
Special Project in
Glass Fusing
Address or Name Plaque
Add design,
color, and texture to your home with a beautiful glass plaque. This
workshop will cover the basics of glass fusing while creating colorful and
functional glass you will be proud to display. A short overview of safety,
glass cutting, grinding, assembling, and firing - integrated with a
demonstration and hands on workshop. Glass will be fired outside of class. No
glass tools required. All tools and materials are included. (glass cutting
knowledge helpful but not required) Please wear closed-toed shoes.
Approximate size 6”X 20” glass cut to your specifications.
