House Plant/Botanical Glass Workshop Cambridge
Description
🌿 Join us to discover the art of copper foil stained glass in this botanical themed workshop, set in a fantastic venue in Central Cambridge. Create your own botanical masterpiece and let your creativity bloom! Perfect for plant lovers and creative spirits alike, this session invites you to craft stunning nature-inspired decorations using the copper foil method, also known as Tiffany glass. Guided by our fully qualified instructor, you’ll bring the beauty of leaves, flowers, and plant motifs to life in coloured glass. Whether you’re new to stained glass or looking to explore a fresh theme, this workshop offers a relaxing and rewarding experience.
What's included in the price?
No experience needed - all materials and tools provided. Create a beautiful decoration to adorn your space or a unique gift for a friend or loved one. 🎨 Workshop Highlights: 🌈 Flexible Options: Opt for a half-day session for a quick creative escape and create a piece roughly A5 size. Or enjoy a full day to immerse yourself and create something more intricate (roughly A4 size) or a collection of smaller items. 🌱 Nature-Inspired Creativity: Design and craft botanical-themed stained glass pieces such as elegant leaves, delicate flowers, or other plant motifs. Perfect for decorating your home or giving as unique gifts. 🔮 Traditional Techniques: Learn the art of copper foil stained glass, from cutting and shaping glass to foiling, soldering, and finishing your pieces. 🧑🏫 Expert Instruction: Benefit from personalised guidance from a professional artist and qualified instructor. Our small class sizes ensure a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
With a decade of experience as a dedicated primary and secondary teacher and artist, Will Burrows brings his passion for education and creativity into the realm of stained glass artistry. Will's journey from the classroom to the studio has been driven by his deep-rooted love for nurturing artistic talents. As a part-time artist throughout his teaching career, Will cultivated his skills and discovered a profound connection with the world of stained glass. Now, he has taken the leap to fully embrace his artistic calling. Today, Will is dedicated to sharing the art of stained glass through courses and workshops. His background in education, combined with his artistic prowess, ensures that every course attendee is well looked after. Will's caring and patient approach, honed from years of teaching, creates an environment where creativity flourishes, and individuals of all skill levels can explore the beauty of stained glass. Join Will on this artistic journey, and let your creativity shine under his guidance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll find a supportive mentor and a passionate advocate for your artistic endeavors.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Limited mobility
- Romantic
- Corporate days out & team building
- Father's Day
- Suitable for beginners
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Mother's Day
- Intermediate level
- Stag dos
- Pet lovers
- Hen dos
- Fairs, festivals & exhibitions
FAQs
Everything! All tuition, tools, glass and other supplies are included, as well as unlimited tea, coffee, biscuits and refreshments. We do not charge extra for glass and there are no hidden costs.
You'll learn traditional stained glass techniques, including glass cutting, assembly and soldering. By the end you'll have created a stunning panel or sun catcher to display in your window or garden.
No prior experience is required! Our workshop is designed for all skill levels, including beginners. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step, and we have patterns you can make which are suitable for a range of skill levels.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Please also bring your glasses if you use them for close work. Consider bringing an apron or an old shirt to protect your clothes from glass fragments. We have spare aprons with us on the day and can provide you with one if needed.
Lunch is not provided, however there will be several scheduled breaks in which you can enjoy your own packed lunch, or explore the variety of lunch options nearby. There will be a variety of biscuits, cakes and hot drinks available and included in the course cost.
We provide a range of design options which are suitable for a range of experience levels and are designed to be completed in the time allotted. Full day attendees are welcome to bring their own idea, but please email us beforehand. Your instructor can assist you in adapting your design to the stained glass medium. Unfortunately, we cannot accomodate custom designs for attendees on the half day session as this is more of a taster experience.
The workshop runs from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with options to stay all day or for half a day. This allows you to immerse yourself in the stained glass artistry, but there will also be lots of time for lunch and refreshment breaks. Half day runs from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM.
Our workshop is suitable for participants aged 16 and above. Younger participants are very welcome however, and may join if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Absolutely. You will most likely finish your project same day. Some finishing touches might be needed, and if so you'll be provided with guidance on final steps to ensure your piece is ready to display.
We provide all the necessary materials, including glass, copper foil, solder etc. We also provide all tools and safety equipment. You'll have access to a variety of glass colors and textures to create your design.
