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Stained Glass Taster Day

Leaded Glass Taster Day September 2021

Leaded Glass Taster day 2021

Studio leading room

Tutor Derek Hunt

Studio painting room

Limelight Studios

Sailing boat on a glassy sea!

Students at play!

Leaded glass fun

Examples of recent student's work.

Description

Hello, and thanks for your interest in taking one of my one-day weekend classes on how to make a traditional stained glass leaded window. I hold regular classes throughout the year from my professional stained glass studio in beautiful rural Leicestershire. This is a fun and friendly introduction to learning all the skills you will need to design and make your very own A4 size coloured leaded window 21 x 29cm. Students can choose from a selection of designs, learn how to create a full-size design on paper, how to identify and choose the different types of glass available, how to cut the glass to shape, how to prepare a window to be leaded together, how to work with lead and solder, how to use a soldering iron, and how to weatherproof the final panel. There will be lots of advice to help each student make their chosen design, which they can take it home at the end of the course. Please note, this course is NOT suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

What's included in the price?

All materials and use of studio tools and equipment. Each student will make their own panel to take home. Coffee/Tea and biscuits will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch, or you can buy freshly made sandwiches, fruit, or hot soup from our village shop 10 metres from the studio. A list of accommodation in the village is available on request, including, hotel, b&b, Airbnb and camping options.

Duration

7 hours

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Derek Hunt Artist

with Craft Courses since 2018

Message the tutor

I am a glass artist and educator with over 36 years experience running my own studio. I design and make glass artworks for public spaces, private homes and churches, I make traditional stained glass and enjoy working with new techniques to push the creative boundaries of the medium. I run courses throughout the year at my studio in south Leicestershire, teaching adults glass painting and making stained glass windows. Message me for more information on courses and commissions.

Suitable for

Adults
Teenagers
Parking provided
Stag dos
Hen dos
Suitable for all abilities
Intermediate level
Suitable for beginners
Daytime (weekdays)
Weekends
Corporate days out & team building
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries

What does this mean?

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Venue

Crown House, 25 Main Street, 25 Main Street, Medbourne, Leicestershire, LE16 8DT

Price:

£245.00

Duration:

7 hours

Time:

10:00 - 17:00

The course doesn't currently have live dates

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Reviews

All maker's reviews

8 Aug 23'

Jackie reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"I thoroughly enjoyed the glass painting day, Derek took us through the process of making the paint and demonstrated a variety of painting techniques before we practiced for ourselves, culminating in producing our own glass picture. It was really informative and enjoyable, and Derek provided an information sheet to support everything we had learnt. Would highly recommend 😁"

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Thank you so much for your lovely review Jackie! "

31 Jul 23'

Julie Collins reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"I recently spent a terrific day at Limelight studios being introduced to glass painting by Derek. The day was packed with useful information, tips and hands on experience. I learnt enough, and was given the confidence to venture off and explore the medium on my own - exactly what a taster day should do. It was great fun and very satisfying to come away with a completed piece, and I thoroughly recommend others try it! "

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Thank you Julie for your great review of my Glass Painting Taster Day ! Really glad you found it helpful and very much appreciate your recommendation! "

21 Jun 23'

Ashley reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Derek’s Glass Painting Taster class was truly an amazing and inspiring time. It is hard to believe I could could learn so much in only a day and can’t wait to practice everything I’ve learned. Thank you again. This was an amazing time and I appreciate everything. It is very hard to put in a few lines how wonderful this experience was. "

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Thank you so much Ashley for your lovely comments, and great to know you found value in the course. Best wishes, Derek"

19 Jun 23'

Suzanne reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"The class was very well-paced and organised with the opportunity to practice using the materials. There was a sense of accomplishment in coming out with a finished product at the end. Knowledge was delivered in a practical way. This and the great studio surroundings and seeing Derek's achievements have inspired me to take the techniques away to experiment more for myself. I would encourage anyone interested in stained glass to take the chance to meet someone who has spent many years honing the craft and who is passionate about keeping the skills alive while being open to the evolution of new techniques and applications. "

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Suzanne, That's a great review, thank you very much for your support and so glad you enjoyed the day. Keep in touch, Best woishes, Derek"

19 Jun 23'

Liz reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"I still can’t believe I could learn so much in one day!! Thoroughly enjoyed every moment and feel so proud of the work I produced. Thank you for an amazing day 😁"

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hello Liz, Thank you so much for your lovely review, and really pleased you enjoyed the day. Keep in touch, and best wishes, Derek"

22 May 23'

Rhyanne reviewed: Stained Glass Taster Day

"I had such a good day on this course. Derek goes though everything step by step, gives advice and help where needed, and ensures everyone leaves with a completed piece. I had never done anything with glass before, but Derek made me feel confident in my abilities and spurred me on. The day felt like the perfect duration, not so long that you feel you could have done more. It's long enough that you aren’t too rushed at any point. There was a good selection of designs to choose from and lots of lovely colours of glass to allow us all to make striking designs. Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to try something new and challenging. "

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Thank you so much Rhyanne for your lovely review of the course, very much appreciated and so glad you enjoyed it! Best wishes , Derek "

15 May 23'

Sally Whitrow reviewed: Stained Glass Taster Day

"This course was everything I wanted it to be. I left feeling proud of what I had achieved and confident that I could have another go myself. Very clear instructions made everything achievable. Support there when needed. A comfortable, informal venue in lovely surroundings with lots of Derek's inspiring work on show. Thanks again Derek (and thanks to your wife too for the warm welcome and tea!)"

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Sally, thank you so much for your lovely review of our course on Saturday. So pleased you enjoyed it 🙏🙂"

15 May 23'

John Hawkins reviewed: Stained Glass Taster Day

"I very much thought the course was well-structured, well-paced, very welcoming and most enjoyable. It took us carefully through the various steps of the creating of a leaded glass window with many tips along the way, and the results from everyone were jolly good. I have certainly had good feedback from friends and family."

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Thank you very much John for your kind review, much appreciated!"

1 Apr 23'

Cathi reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Hi Derek, I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed my day with you last weekend on the painted glass workshop. There was a good group of people and the atmosphere was nicely relaxed. The coffee was good too! I had done a short course previously, but never followed up on it. I think I might have found it all a bit daunting. You made it all seem a lot simpler and straightforward and the notes that you have sent are nice and clear too. I have bought some dipping pens, clove and lavender oil. Yes, I want to try working with them. I didn’t get the opportunity with you so could you clarify how to mix up the paint. You say about the oils and powder in a jar, what sort of proportion of oils to powder? Do you grind them? Do you add water? Thanks for giving me a bit of confidence to do this, and for a lovely day."

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Cathi, Thanks so much for your kind remarks about the course, and so glad you enjoyed it. Regarding dipping pens, the first thing to do is to watch my YouTube Dipping Pen tutorial all about how to mix the medium, the correct proportions etc. Link here https://youtu.be/m7dtCi-KAPg If you have any questions after that, don't hesitate to ask, Let me know how you get on, Best wishes as always, Derek"

27 Mar 23'

Olivia reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Hi Derek, I had an amazing time I can’t thank you enough! It was great to meet other creatives and to try a new craft, I’d definitely like to work with glass more 😊 Thanks again!"

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Olivia, it was great to work with you on the glass painting course, and so glad you found it valuable. 🙏🙂"

27 Mar 23'

Jane reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Hi Derek, Thank you so much to you and Sue for your warm welcome today. I had a fantastic day, thoroughly enjoyed it ☺ So many possibilities, definitely helped to engage with others who love creativity and found your teaching approach wonderfully helpful. Thank you so much, enjoy the rest of your weekend! "

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Jane, So good to hear you enjoyed the Glass Painting Day! Keep in touch and let me know how you progress with your painting work. Best wishes, Derek"

27 Mar 23'

Ian reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Hi Derek, Just a few words of thanks for a very enjoyable and informative Glass Painting Taster Day on Saturday. It was also my pleasure to be alongside 4 others who are clearly very talented artists, as well as being experienced in glass art, so it was even more educational for me. I am not able to justify the purchase of my own kiln but may have access to the units at my local Craft Centre. If so I look forward to furthering my hobby in this most enjoyable and satisfying craft. Thank you for introducing it to me."

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Ian, Thanks so much for your kind words. Glad you found the experience useful and great to know you'll be carrying on with your glass painting journey! Best wishes, Derek"

26 Mar 23'

Wendy reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Phew! Whistle stop trip to Leicestershire for a workshop with the fantastic Derek HuntArtist. I learnt heaps and met some amazing creatives to boot. I'm hoping to join Derek for more in future 🙏"

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Wendy, so good to hear you enjoyed the glass painting day today, great to see you!"

25 Mar 23'

Tamsen reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Travelled down to Medbourne England this week for a one day painting course with Derek Hunt Artist! This is my second class with Derek, and I can't recommend his course enough - he's a wonderful teacher! If you can't travel to Medbourne, though, DO check out his online course and YouTube channel - GREAT stuff there! Thank you for a wonderful day and class, Derek!"

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Thank you so much Tamsen for your lovely review, so nice to see you on my glass painting course again and so pleased you enjoyed the day."

23 Mar 23'

Celeste reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Hi Derek, I really enjoyed meeting you and Sue and the other people on the course that day. I found the workshop very useful and would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in learning glass painting. I think that you have a great space to learn and to make beautiful stained glass windows, and your course was very professional and I would love to come again one day to do an enamel painting workshop in the future."

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Hi Celeste, thank you so much for your fabulous review, very much appreciated. Would be great to see you on another course. Best wishes, Derek"

16 Dec 22'

Maria reviewed: Stained Glass Taster Day

"Had the most amazing day with Derek I learned so much, he is so patient and explains everything in detail but in a way that a newbie like me understands. The workshop is lovely light and airy and warm bonus !! I took a design I wanted to do hoping I could do it and Derek helped me achieve it so I was over the moon. I highly recommend Derek's workshops. The added extra is at lunch time I met his fabulous family and Jura the dog thank you again Derek x"

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

" Thank you Maria, so glad you enjoyed the course!"

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