Stained Glass - With Traditional Painting Workshop - All Abilities

Course intent

Design and build a simple yet individual traditionally painted and fired stained glass piece to hang in a window, whatever your ability. The piece will have a size of around 20cm long x 20cm wide. This is a 3-day workshop.

What will I learn?

You will learn how to: · hand cut glass ·paint with grisaille and silver stain · assemble the panel with copper foil · solder and patina.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This workshop is suitable for all abilities as the complexity of the design will vary according to your previous knowledge of the subject. This course is not suitable for pregnant women or lactating mothers due to potential conflicting chemical exposure which is best avoided. People on blood thinning medication should inform the tutor at the start of the course.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

You need to bring: ·A notepad, pen, ruler, pencil and rubber ·Waterproof fine or very fine marker pens to write on glass (ideally a Sharpie in a metallic colour and a very fine black) ·If you want to bring your own: A piece of greenhouse glass, new or reclaimed (not toughened nor safety glass), size about 1 sq. ft., the shape is irrelevant. This is to learn and practice cutting on (on sale in the studio if needed) ·Safety or over spectacles goggles (on sale in the studio if needed).·Wear old clothes/apron and sensible, closed toe shoes (absolutely no open toe sandals)Glass (including greenhouse glass) is not included but can be purchased from the studio. Expect to pay from £10 to £15 for glass depending on choice of glass colours. These prices are subject to change depending on current market prices. All other specialist tools and materials are provided and are for classroom use only. Access to the Stained Glass studio is via the Harvey Road entrance

What can I do when I finish the course?

We offer Stained glass courses during the week, including evenings where you can learn stained glass in greater depth and work on longer projects. We also offer shorter glass fusing courses throughout the term, where you can make beautiful, fused glass pieces. These could be standalone ornaments or could be included in stained glass projects as your skills develop.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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