Course Description: FG7102: Intermediate Fused Glass Workshop

COURSE TITLE and REGISTRATION NUMBER:	FG7102: Intermediate Fused Glass Workshop
SKILL SET AREA:	Lampwork and Fused Glass
PREREQUISITES:	FG7101: Introduction to Fused Glass
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:	This class is an exciting opportunity for you to further explore the design possibilities of fused glass for personal adornment during this one-day class.
DESCRIPTION of MAJOR PROJECTS/TASKS:	Experiment with special gold & Silver pens and metallic lusters to create unusual effects on your work. Learn to determine and use effectively the top and bottom sides of clear dichroic glass. This workshop will cover the following: 1. Brief review of safety 2. How to Use Dichroic GLass a. What it is b. Which side is up and does it really matter? 3. How to create holes in glass a. Fiber Paper b. Mandrels c. Drill, etc. 4. How to use silver & gold writing and drawing pens a. how to use b. how to fire 5. And much more.... 6. Design, Create & Complete a. Dichroic Pendant & Earring Set b. Dichroic, Frit & Stringer Wall Tile or Coaster c. Silver or gold pen and luster pendants or key chains d. And much more.... Most pieces can be fired and taken home the same day of the workshop.
DESCRIPTION of SKILLS/TECHNIQUES/CONCEPTS TO BE LEARNED:
CLASS TIME ESTIMATE:	6 hours
MIN/MAX # STUDENTS PER CLASS:	4-6
CLASS FEE and DEPOSIT:	$175.00 instructional and supplies kit fee ($135.00 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. Students should bring their cutting tools or purchase them at the time of class
WRITTEN COURSE DESCRIPTION	CENTER FOR BEADWORK & JEWELRY ARTS FG7102: Intermediate Fused Glass Workshop Instructor: Sylvanye Roh $175.00 instructional and supplies kit fee ($135.00 deposit reserves space) This class is an exciting opportunity for you to further explore the design possibilities of fused glass for personal adornment during this one-day class. Experiment with special gold & Silver pens and metallic lusters to create unusual effects on your work. Learn to determine and use effectively the top and bottom sides of clear dichroic glass. This workshop will cover the following: 1. Brief review of safety 2. How to Use Dichroic GLass a. What it is b. Which side is up and does it really matter? 3. How to create holes in glass a. Fiber Paper b. Mandrels c. Drill, etc. 4. How to use silver & gold writing and drawing pens a. how to use b. how to fire 5. And much more.... 6. Design, Create & Complete a. Dichroic Pendant & Earring Set b. Dichroic, Frit & Stringer Wall Tile or Coaster c. Silver or gold pen and luster pendants or key chains d. And much more.... Most pieces can be fired and taken home the same day of the workshop. This class is for students familiar with glass cutting. For more information, please visit our web-site at: http://www.landofodds.com/beadschool/sg/ curr/electives/lampwork/lampwork.htm
At the beginning of this class, the typical student should be able to do/know the following:	This class is for students familiar with glass cutting.
At the end of this class, the typical student should be able to achieve/accomplish/learn the following:
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. Studnets should bring their cutting tools or purchase them at the time of class.
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:	2-3 times each year