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Educational Opportunities - Course
Descriptions and Schedules |
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| Beginner Stained Glass | Glass Painting & Firing |
| This course will
cover both the copper foiling method and the leading method. Over the
course of six weeks, students will be instructed on the basics of the hobby.
Pattern making, glass cutting and shaping, leading, foiling, soldering, and
finishing will be discussed. Curriculum goals to include the
completion of 2 projects, 1 leaded panel and 1 copper foiled night light, with the
option of a third if time allows. Cost of the class includes
instruction with class size limited to a maximum of 6 students.
Scrap glass for practice cutting and for projects will be provided.
Studio grinders and saws will be available to use during class periods and
the opportunity to try more advanced tools and equipment.
Students must provide a minimum of basic tools and supplies required for class. Students will also be required to have a work board at least 15" x 20". Students may be required to work at home to keep pace with the class. This is a Beginners Course. See enrollment form for more details. |
This class introduces students to the techniques of glass painting and firing. Stained glass is a term that is widely used incorrectly. Actual stained glass is a method of applying glass paints to the glass for a permanent design. Course curriculum to include tracery (dark line painting), matting (shading), silver staining (yellow tones), and enamel applications (colors). Course goal to include the completion of a stained glass medallion that can further be incorporated into a panel or used independently as a hanging sun catcher. Class fees include pattern for project, glass for circular medallion, firing charges for duration of class, and glass for student samples of paints to be completed in class. Students will be required to provide brushes, paints, mediums, and supplies. Beginners kits are available. This is a specialized class involving techniques that are rarely taught. Because of the specialized nature of this class, there will be a maximum of 6 students per class. Prior painting experience is helpful, but not necessary. |
| Intermediate Leaded Glass | Tiffany Style Lamp Class |
| This curriculum assumes that the student has a general knowledge of basic skills and use of tools. This is not a beginner class. Students will be instructed in the "leading method," which will include basic design layout, pattern making, the cutting and manipulation of lead came, soldering and finishing. Curriculum goals to include the completion of 1 project. Patterns will be provided to students. Project may include a simple bevel cluster or a design including floral, leaves, or traditional styles. Students can also choose their own design w/ instructor approval. Students must provide all tools and necessary supplies for projects. Because of space limitations, students must also provide a 22" x 32" work board. These will be available for a nominal fee or can be made. See registration form for more details. | This course will include building and designing Tiffany Style lampshades. Class meets 4 times over a five week period. Grinders and glass saw will be available for use during class. Students must supply lamp form, glass, and all hand tools required. Construction, reinforcement, and finishing will be included in class instructions. We carry a variety of lampshade patters, molds, and lamp bases in stock. Class size is limited to 5 students. Students may be required to work outside of class to keep pace. |
| Patterns and scrap glass are included. Tools and other supplies are available for additional charge. | |
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