Fused glass ocean wave art for Beginners with Vitreus Art
Description
Fused Glass Ocean Wave - make your own glass Ocean Wave art approx 250mm wide on this 1-day workshop suitable for beginners. Discover the pleasure of glass fusing while making your very own Ocean Wave glass art - complete with wooden display base. The materials and tools needed to create your own Wave are provided, with enough time to make a piece like the ones shown. You'll be using float glass, coloured frit and glass you'll crush with a hammer to make the water 'spray' for your wave. You'll start by cutting a number of glass shapes out of glass under our expert guidance. You'll then lay out the first layer, and build up the overlaping second layer to ensure a strong end result. Then it's time to add coloured glass frit and crushed clear glass if desired to create your own individual sea-themed piece of glass art. After firing you'll be able to collect your glass wave and attach it to the base which we'll supply. You're now ready to enjoy your art at home! This class will give you a brief introduction to glass cutting, basic tack fusing, including the difference between the types of glass you can fuse with, and some of the essentials of kiln operation and is suitable for all levels, especially beginners. This class runs from 10-30 to (approx) 5pm at our Northants studio just outside Towcester
What's included in the price?
The course cost includes: All the float glass, frit and other materials needed to make your wave Use of all tools, apron, goggles and other protective gear Lunch & Refreshments during the class Maximum class size 5 people Your wave to collect after firing in the kiln (2-3 days) A wooden base to display your piece on Eligibility for our Project Day Programme
Duration
1 day
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Wheelchair users
- Limited mobility
- Intermediate level
- UK Holiday
- Fairs, festivals & exhibitions
- Public transport
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
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.
