Introduction to Fused Glass (Part 1) - Wednesday 16th October 2013

This 1-day course is a practical hands-on experience giving you the skills and knowledge to make your own work.  You will produce lots of samples of different techniques as well as putting all that you have learned into a finished piece.  No previous experience with glass is required, however if you have worked with fused glass before you will still be taught lots of new skills. 

Course Content

• Overview of the fused glass process
• Types of glass for fusing
• Materials that can be incorporated into fused glass - frits, metals, coloured glass, 
• Techniques for different effects in the glass
• Use of moulds
• Putting it all together for a final finished piece

 The course fee is fully inclusive of all glass and supplies, use of tools, kiln, lunch and refreshments.