High School Program
This class is a week long program for ages 14-18. The students will learn the fundamental process of cutting, grinding, saw work and the technical part of fusing. This class is great for those with or without experience and has a wide application for both sculptural and functional forms. You will complete several pieces with projects ranging from fused bowls, plates and jewelry. This workshop enables participants to develop an intimate understanding of the boundless potential of glass.
Class schedule : 9:30—5:00
Lunch Break 12:00—1:00 Lunch is not provided. This is the time when you can take a nice dip in the inground pool. Please be sure to bring sunscreen and towels. Other breaks will be determined by instructor.
What to bring to class:
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Sketch book and pencil
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Note book
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Eye protection
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Dust Mask ( N95)
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Rubber gloves—playtex or latex
Optional items to bring or
purchase from instructor:
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18 Gauge Dead Soft silver wire
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16 gauge 1/2 round silver wire
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Earring findings (ear wires)
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Pin Backs
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Leather, Silk, or silver necklace for pendants
Instructor will supply
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Ginders
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Kilns
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Glass Saw
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Sandblaster
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Leather gloves
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Shelf paper
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Jewelry bit
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Paint brushes
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Etching cream
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Tools: cutter. groziers, runners, sharpies
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Glass for 4, 6 x 6 plates and several pieces of jewelry..
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Dicrohic Glass will be available at Studio for purchase.
If bringing glass to the class please be sure all glass is Bullseye COE 90.
We have a resident dog on the property. He is a Chocolate
Lab and will be 3 in August. He is a very loving dog. His name is Kooper.
Must be okay with Dogs..
Call or email for sign up form...
508-653-3024
Glassillus@aol.com