COURSE TITLE and REGISTRATION NUMBER:

FG7101:  Introduction to Fused Glass Workshop
SKILL SET AREA: Lampwork and Fused Glass
PREREQUISITES: None
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:

This class will introduce you to the world of designer glass cabochons/pendants. You will learn to create a number of glass cabochon/pendant shapes that can be wire wrapped, framed in beaded-crocheted frame ropes or simply embellished with silver or gold type bails. Students will learn to use their creative and artistic abilities.

This class will cover safety issues and technical aspects required for this and future workshops. Some previous glass cutting experience is useful, but not required.

 
DESCRIPTION of MAJOR PROJECTS/TASKS:

This workshop will cover the following:
1. Discussions on Safety and The Fusing of Glass
a. Glass Compatibility
b. Annealing & Firing Process

2. Design, Create & Complete
a. 2 character pins with stringers and frit
b. 2 pendant & earring sets with dichroic and art glass

(pieces can be fired and taken home the same day of the workshop)

 

 

 
DESCRIPTION of SKILLS/TECHNIQUES/CONCEPTS TO BE LEARNED:  
CLASS TIME ESTIMATE: 3 1/2 - 4 hours
MIN/MAX # STUDENTS PER CLASS: 4-6
CLASS FEE and DEPOSIT: $150.00 instructional fee plus basic materials($150.00 deposit reserves space)
ADDITIONAL CLASS COSTS PER STUDENT:

Basic tools and supplies provided with workshop.
Students may buy additional supplies, as well as tools and kilns, from the instructor.
WRITTEN COURSE DESCRIPTION

CENTER FOR BEADWORK & JEWELRY ARTS

FG7101:  Introduction to Fused Glass Workshop
Instructor: Sylvanye Roh
$150.00 instructional and supplies kit fee ($150.00 deposit reserves space)

This class will introduce you to the world of designer glass cabochons/pendants. You will learn to create a number of glass cabochon/pendant shapes that can be wire wrapped, framed in beaded-crocheted frame ropes or simply embellished with silver or gold type bails. Students will learn to use their creative and artistic abilities.

This class will cover safety issues and technical aspects required for this and future workshops. Some previous glass cutting experience is useful, but not required.

(Pieces can be fired and taken home the same day of the workshop)

 

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At the beginning of this class, the typical student should be able to do/know the following: This class is for beginners.
At the end of this class, the typical student should be able to achieve/accomplish/learn the following:

- know the types of equipment and tools used in fused glass
- learn how to cut glass
- know how to layer glass, and embellish it with frit, stringers and shapes
- learn about kiln fusing
- know a little about different types of glass
Written Instructions Provided YES
Finished Sample(s) Provided YES
Supply List

Basic tools and supplies provided with workshop.
Students may buy additional supplies, as well as tools and kilns, from the instructor.
List of Required and Recommended Reading Provided

Contemporary Warm Glass by Brad Walker
Innovative Adornments by Jayne Persico
Fused Glass Jewelry (Video) by Vicki Payne and Jane Persico

Magazine: Lapidary Journal
INSTRUCTOR(S):

Sylvanye Roh
HOW OFTEN COURSE OFFERED: 2 times each year