What is it and why should I do it?

Students will explore the material of glass and learn to safely use specialist equipment with Kiln Formed glass. This is the process of manipulating cold glass then placing in a kiln for firing. Students will be involved in cutting, fusing, slumping and the casting of glass to produce a range of pieces from platters and bowls to sculpture and decorative art works. 

What will I do in class?

You will be working with sheet glass. Most of the tasks have design work, with the main focus of the course on practical work. This includes cutting, fusing, slumping and the casting of glass to produce a range of pieces.  You will document and evaluate this process in your sketchbook.

Students will be assessed on work produced, your sketch book and a written project on visual analysis and response to glass design pieces.