5-day Stained Glass and Fused Glass course in Northamptonshire
Description
5-day stained glass and fused course - Northants Join experienced glass artists Jenny Timms & Mike Caddy for this 5-day creative workshop holiday at the Vitreus Art Studio near Towcester and Milton Keynes. Our 5-day class will give you a thorough grounding in stained and fused glass and boost your creativity in an inspiring setting. "Brilliant experience. Teaching very sensitive to needs of individual students. I learned such a lot in a relatively short time." Class attendee. Ideal for beginners or those with some glasswork experience, the class begins with tuition using simple designs to gain the key skills - cutting, grinding, foiling or leading and soldering, tack fusing, slumping and more. As your confidence builds, you’ll work on more challenging designs, or design a larger panel yourself - with guidance and encouragement throughout. Whether you want to try fusing, leading, foiling, etching, or have a larger project in mind, you’ll find our course a fun and supportive environment in which to be creative. The course takes place in a fully equipped working studio with tea rooms next door. There's lots of space and light, and a huge variety of glass to work with, for your own designs or some of ours. The class fee includes: • All materials and glass for the week • Use of pro-quality tools and protective clothing • A range of designs to work on, and the option to design your own projects • Advice in advance of the class on your projects • Teaching tailored to your experience, learning style and aspirations • 2 tutors, maximum class size 5 • Refreshments during the day • Comprehensive info pack to keep with information on getting started • All your pieces to take home Local holiday-cottage companies offer a wide range of high-quality self-catering accommodation; there are several B&Bs and hotels near the studio too. Our 5-day courses and one day classes are suitable for anyone over 18, although we do advise that anyone with a medical condition that limits their hand strength or control, or their ability to stand for periods of time contact us before booking to discuss. With a maximum of 5 students you can be sure of plenty of attention and guidance throughout the class. The course runs from Tuesday to Saturday inclusive. Our courses are suitable for anyone over 18, although we do advise that anyone with a medical condition that limits their hand strength or control, or their ability to stand for periods of time contact us before booking to discuss. Due to the use of lead this workshop is not suitable for expectant mothers.
What's included in the price?
All materials, choice of starter designs and glass Design your own projects and choose your own glass Use of tools and protective gear Refreshments during the day 2 tutors, maximum class size 5 people Info pack to keep with information on getting started, where to buy glass and tools, plus reminders on techniques All your pieces to take home
Duration
5 days
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Wheelchair users
- Limited mobility
- Advanced/pro level
- Daytime (weekdays)
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
- UK Holiday
- Intermediate level
FAQs
Sadly not - due to the nature of the materials our classes are for adults only.
Yes.
With all one-day and longer stained glass classes we include an info pack with details of the tools you've used and suppliers plus reminders of techniques used. This isn't included in half-day classes.
We'll be delighted to help you decided what's needed.
For fusing classes we're happy to advise on tools, materials and kilns on request.
Materials are included in all beginners classes - fusing and stained glass.
Please bring reading glasses if you use them, and sturdy fully enclosed shoes (no sandals).
Aprons, googles and gloves are provided where needed.
Because you will be using lead and solder containing lead on stained glass classes.
Lead is known to pose a higher risk to babies than to adults.
We welcome participating friends or partners.
Sadly there isn't room at most classes for non-participating friends or partners.
Of course!
Fused glass will need to be collected after firing - we will contact you when ready.
This depends on which class you're planning to book.
For stained glass classes - it will be difficult to complete the class if you have severe arthritis or similar.
For fused glass classes - we suggest you choose a class which doesn't involve glass cutting - feel free to contact us to discuss.
If the class you're planning to book is described as 'for beginners' then yes!
Some of our classes are for improvers - these are described as such in the listing.
We have GF and Vegan biscuits in stock normally.
We will bring in non-dairy milk if advised in advance.
Lunches, where included, are provided by the Bell Cafe nearby which caters for intolerances, vegetarians and vegans.
Yes - plenty!
Yes, with level access via a ramp and accessible toilet.
