Sept 27-28th 2012 - A Study of Texture

Texture can add a further dimension to fusing through the interlacing of components and shallow kiln-carving techniques.

In this class you will create at least three small finished pieces and a variety of reference samples to take home with you. 

Time and Place

Duration 2 days - 10.00am to 4.00pm - Total 12 hours. 

Warm Glass UK, 5 Havyatt Park, Wrington, Bristol. BS40 5PA

Class Description

In this class we will design pieces that have texture on both surfaces, we will learn how to devise specific firing schedules to create exactly the textured effect we want to achieve in a piece, and explore multiple firing.

This class will give you a comprehensive understanding of glass and heatwork, enabling you to create pieces that are unique and innovative.

We will cover kiln-carving to create texture on the back of a piece, using plaster, ceramic string and fibre paper.  We will then look at the ways in which we can add texture to the top surface using frit, stringers, pre-fired shapes, lattices and weaving.

Teacher - Becky Wills, who has trained at Bullseye Glass in Oregon.

What to Prepare

• no previous experience required
• please wear work clothes and closed toed shoes
• all materials and a delicious lunch are included and all necessary tools are provided.  Please advise us of any special dietary requirements.
• we restrict the class size to 8 people
• we teach using Bullseye Glass (CoE90)

Cancellations up to 4 weeks before the course 100% refund or alternative class offered, after that date a 50% refund will be given up to 1 week prior to the course.