Glass fusing - Decorative and Functional Bowls and Dishes

Course Details

Overview

This course will cover working with Bullseye glass and a variety of techniques to create individual glass outcomes that can be used as functional and / or decorative vessels e.g., soap dishes, trinket dishes, candle holders, nibble dishes.

For ages 18+

Full Details

About this course

This course will cover working with Bullseye glass and a variety of techniques to create individual glass outcomes that can be used as functional and / or decorative vessels e.g., soap dishes, trinket dishes, candle holders, nibble dishes

You will be given support and guidance throughout to achieve the most successful and individual results. 

All the necessary specialist materials and equipment will be provided, but should you require additional glass, this will incur a further charge.

Once complete, your glass will need to be kiln fired, so it will be ready for collection 10 - 12 days after the event, depending on the type of work being produced. (Each firing will take around 9 hours and a day to cool before the kiln can be opened).
You will be notified when your glass is ready to collect.

What do I need to join this course?

No prior experience is needed.

What do I need to have with me?

For safety reasons you must wear casual clothing and closed toed shoes in the studio.

About The Tutor 

Christine Jeffryes graduated from Loughborough College of Art and Design with a degree in printed textiles and began her career as a textile designer and colour consultant working for two London based design studios and selling worldwide. Her passion for drawing was always evident in her work and she began teaching art and design in a further education college to share her knowledge and skills. During her long career, Christine has taught all aspects of art, design and photography and taken on a wide range of professional projects whilst exhibiting her work in galleries.

Her interest and work in glass now takes up most of her time as her work is becoming sought after, and she loves the freedom and experimental nature of this medium. 

How will I be taught?

By demonstration and individual guided practice you will be taught to select, cut and combine glass safely to achieve a range of different effects and shapes

By demonstration and individual guided practice you will be taught how to apply decorative effects / images to your glass. 

You will be able to see examples of glass products showing what can be achieved.

You will be given handouts to support the session. 

What can I do next?

Sign up for further fused glass courses 

Develop your own style of work in glass

Present your work for sale in craft fairs / galleries / online shops