Enjoy exploring your creativity through kiln-formed glass with Shirley Eccles.
During this workshop, you will design and make your own unique fused glass lantern for your home or garden.
For this project you will be designing and making 4 glass fused panels for a lantern. The choice of design will be yours. There are many options which will be discussed. garden and flowers, trees, fish in a ‘tank’ and an abstract shapes landscape - it is recommended to bring some pictures for inspiration!
You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of colours and materials like stringers, confetti, frits and powders. Your lantern frame is included in the price for this workshop, and you will have a choice of how many of the panels you wish to decorate. You will also be able to develop your glass cutting skills, glass materials and familiarise yourself with the use of a strip cutter.
Skills and techniques covered:
• Design techniques and colour theory
• Fusing processes
• Glass cutting techniques
• Setting up for designs
• Health and Safety when working with glass materials
Level:
• This course is designed for a range of abilities, including beginners
Materials:
• All materials will be provided by the tutor, as well as the firing costs and will include a lantern frame that you will be decorating.
Please bring with you:
• A sketchbook/notebook and pen
• A dust mask
• An apron
• An old but clean dishcloth is useful
l• Wear closed-toe shoes
• Please bring suitable resources and pictures for ideas
Timings and refreshments:
The course runs from 11am to 5pm with a lunchtime break. Refreshments will be available to purchase on site, or you may wish to bring your own.
Location: The Lookout Studio, The Base
Duration: 11am - 5pm
Age Guide: 18+
All materials and firing costs are included.
Once fired, your glass art will be returned to The Base for Collection.
Please note there is a £10 discount when booked with Glass Fusing: Festive Wreath and Decorations
All tickets must be booked in advance.
There is no need to print or collect a ticket as the team will have a record of those who have booked. Booking for workshops and courses close 24 hours before the start time. Please note we reserve the right to cancel any course or workshop if the minimum numbers are not met. If we are not able to run a workshop you will be informed three working days ahead of the course or workshop start date.
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