Summary

Join our Fused Glass Easter Workshop and explore the fascinating world of glass fusing. Glass fusing is an immediate and popular technique for melting glass. Learn the basics of glass fusing to make either a decorative bowl or platter and four coasters. You will have time to plan and make your project, as well as experiment with different fusing techniques using frits, stringers, inclusions, oxides and high firing enamels. You will learn about glass compatibility and different firing cycles for fusing and slumping glass into moulds. A fun, easy technique suitable for beginners and anyone who wants to further develop their creative skills in glass.

How will I learn?

In this workshop, you will receive expert guidance and support from our experienced tutor. You will have dedicated time to plan and create your projects, allowing for hands-on practice and experimentation with various fusing techniques and materials. The workshop provides a supportive and enriching environment for both beginners and those with prior experience in stained or fused glass. Learn through practical demonstrations and personalised instruction, developing your skills and understanding of glass fusing.

Entry Requirements

Our Fused Glass Easter Workshop welcomes participants of all skill levels. Whether you are a complete beginner or have some knowledge and experience in stained or fused glass, you are encouraged to join. The workshop offers a space for beginners to learn the fundamentals of glass fusing, while also providing opportunities for those with prior experience to further develop their skills. Come with enthusiasm and a willingness to explore the art of fusing glass, and let our workshop ignite your creativity.

Enrol now in our Fused Glass Easter Workshop and embark on a creative journey with glass fusing. Unleash your artistic potential, learn new techniques, and create beautiful and functional pieces through the transformative art of fusing glass.

What can I do next?

You can join either a daytime stained-glass class on Friday afternoons or the Thursday evening All Levels course. For those with more experience, there is also an advanced/intermediate glass class running on Friday mornings. The Stained Glass Summer School gives you an opportunity to immerse yourself in an intensive five days of study, where you could explore fusing further to create fused elements to combine with leading, stained glass and kiln-fired painting techniques. Perhaps this course sparks a passion for art and design, if so we have a number of courses that may appeal to you. If you would like to discuss progression options more please get in touch with us at [email protected]. We would be more than happy to put you in touch with our dedicated careers advisor team.

Progression routes

Additional Information

Your fee includes the finest materials to make test samples, a bowl or platter and four coasters. There is a wonderful range of beautiful fusing glass for you to use on your course, as well fusing sundries, frits, stringers, noodles, oxides and metals. If you want to make larger work, you may choose to buy some additional fusing materials from a supplier or the tutor.