Description
Come and enjoy a one day Introduction to Glass Fusing in the lovely North Cornish village of Kilkhamton, 5 miles from Bude. The fused glass workshops are run in our lovely, spacious studio. The methods you will learn include kiln carving- using fibre paper to create a design for a clear glass cheese/food plate or hanging for your first project, then exploring the use of frit (ground pieces of coloured glass- think caster, granulated and "posh" coffee sugar sizes!) stringers (thin strands of glass) and the gorgeous range of coloured fusing glass for your second project. You will be taught how to cut glass, with plenty of practice ready for the afternoon’s project where you can make a design of your choice. You can decide to you make an 'S' shape free standing piece or a square 'tile' which can then be framed. If you chose a free standing design, your glass piece will undergo two firings, one to fuse it, then a further firing to slump it onto an “S” shaped curved mould to allow it to stand on completion. If you chose to make a piece of artwork to frame we have reasonably priced 'limed oak' white box frames in stock in the studio. All your creations will be ready for collection in a few days or they can be posted to you if you are unable to collect with an additional charge to cover post and packing. We welcome the naturally creative and those who might need a bit more inspiration-we have designs and ideas aplenty! You just need to bring your enthusiasm, closed in shoes and be prepared for a glassy adventure! If there is any change in the Government guidelines at any time in 2022 then these dates may have to be revised, but please rest assured, that your health and wellbeing are a top priority and the measures we have put in place for workshops to resume have been well thought out to minimise any risk. We want to ensure that your day spent here at Tregarth Studio is as stress and risk free as possible so each student will be asked to perform a Covid test on the morning of the course. We want the day to be all about the fascinating world of glass fusing, for you to lose yourself in the creative process and enjoy the lunch too!
What's included in the price?
On arrival you will be welcomed with delicious homemade biscuits and refreshments, and later a delightful locally sourced two course lunch made by our resident cordon bleu chef! Some people said 'it was worth coming for the lunch alone!' As well as the lunch and day's experience all materials, kiln firings, safety equipment and course booklet are included in the price. After your days experience you will have made; A clear kilncarved food/cheese platter or hanging. And a free standing fused glass artwork or a 'tile' that can be framed after firing with a reasonably priced 'limed oak' white square box frame that we have in stock in the studio, or you can chose to frame it yourself. If you are a group of friends or family and can't find a listed date that suits you please get in touch as we may be able to run another workshop on a more convenient date for you.
Duration
1 day (9:30am to 4:30pm)
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
I am a self taught fused glass artist with over 12 years experience of teaching the fascinating art of kiln forming glass. At the various craft fairs I attended, I kept getting asked if I taught classes. Could I..would I? so I started and I absolutely love it! We live in gorgeous North Cornwall where our lovely spacious studio offers the perfect setting for a full day or a One to One course exploring the world of glass fusing. And according to my students, the food's not bad either! :)
Venue
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Suitable for beginners
- Weekends
- Public transport
- Hen dos
- Intermediate level
- Corporate days out & team building
- UK Holiday
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Parking provided
