Lampwork glass bead workshop

Description

During the workshop you will be shown: Types of equipment & tools used in making glass beads How to make basic lamp work beads Different techniques to decorate and style your beads Expect to make 5-8 different beads Beads will then be annealed in the kiln overnight ready to collect or be posted out the following day. For the Glass bead workshop, we can have a maximum of 2 people at any one time. If you would like to run a workshop for a larger group of people, please get in touch and we will see what we can do to accommodate.

What's included in the price?

All materials, tools and safety equipment is provided, but if you own your own safety glasses please free to bring them along. Tea, Coffee and soft drinks will also be provided. Postage of your completed beads is included in the price

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts. Start dates may be amended on request.

Maker

Matthew Walsh is a skilled artist and has been working with Glass for the last 15 years. After wanting to try something new he has fallen in love with the more delicate world of Lamp-worked Glass. After setting up a workshop at his home on the edge of Exmoor National Park, Matthew has started produce beautiful Glass Beads in bright bold colours. Matthew has now moved to a new shop / workshop space in the centre of Tiverton, Devon, where he is now able to give others an insight into this craft.

Venue