Lampwork Beadmaking Two Day Class For One
Description
This is a 2 day intensive course for 1 person, ideal for newcomers wanting to setup their own studio or lampworkers wanting to build on their skills. This is a one to one course, you will not be part of a group. If you would like to bring a friend see our other listings for 2 person classes with a discount. All aspects of bead making will be covered, tools & equipment, health & safety, types of glass etc followed by demonstration and practice of basic tasks such as pulling stringers and making various types of basic beads. The second day of the course will cover any aspects you would like to concentrate on, from discussing equipment options in detail, practice different types of bead or trying your hand at more complex beads, its up to you. At the end of the course you will have made several styles of bead, be familiar with the different tools and equipment of bead making, how to use them safely and which ones may be most suitable for you in setting up your own studio. All beads made on the day will be posted to you after they have been annealed in our kiln. We aim to run the course 10:00 am – 5:30pm each day with a break for light refreshments but times are flexible around your needs. Ruth and Andy Harrison are full time, self-taught lampwork glass artists with over 15 years of experience based in Burton-On-Trent. We discovered lampworking almost by accident and it was a hobby for a little while before quickly becoming a full time job, and obsession.
What's included in the price?
All tools, materials etc. are included in the course fee.
Duration
2 days
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Ruth and Andy Harrison are full time self-taught lampwork and fused glass artists based in Burton-On-Trent. Glass and jewellery design began as a hobby, quickly became an addiction followed soon after by us selling our business and creating our own studio to work with glass full time.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Public transport
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
- Mother's Day
- Intermediate level
- Christmas
FAQs
Yes, on a full day class lunch is provided. On a 1/2 day taster class drinks and snacks are available.
Yes, the price of the course includes all tools, materials etc. You get to keep everything you and we make during the class.
We will be working with glass that is either hot, sharp, molten or sometimes all 3! If dropped it can scorch or burn your clothes, please
don’t wear your Sunday best!
No open toed shoes, sandals etc.
Try to arrive 10-15 mins before the start time, please avoid arriving too early as we may not have arrived ourselves to let you in.
A taster class starts at either 10:30 or 1:30, you get to choose and runs for about 3.5 hours.
A day class starts at 10:00 and finishes between 5 and 5:30.
We are flexible on times so feel free to request a different time.
We have one space allocated in our on site car park, please park in space #7. Please avoid parking on the street, it is limited to 2 hours and often used by people walking into town so the traffic wardens check frequently.
