Our classes are intended to teach “small canvas” techniques. Those are particularly well suited for jewelry, but can be expanded to use in larger applications.
(now with Silver Metal Clay included)
This class is a wonderful look at a recently developed addition to the tools glass artists can use in their work. It is very flexible and can create looks, not previously possible. Glass clay can be molded, sculpted, carved and even woven.
We will start with a full description of Glass Clay and a description of the uses for this wonderful material.
Next we will explore molding Glass Clay. This will be both Freeze forming and projects that do not use freezing, Both will create excellent elements.
Pieces made with clay will then be added to larger backings to create multidimensional jewelry.
The class will continue with hands on work to
+ Make free forms
+ Create die cut forms for use in larger pieces.
+ Use paint and mica on pieces
+ Create RTV molds for clay
+ Give our Clay textures and 3 dimensional elements.
– Integrate Silver metal clay into your glass pieces.
Students are expected to have an understanding of glass fusing basics as well as be able to cut and assemble glass.
Other glass jewelry. Go beyond primitive dichroic pendants
