This five day course will provide an introduction to creating copper foil “tiffany style” stained glass panels, with a modern twist! This class is designed for beginners and intermediate students, and you will leave with a finished stained glass piece that you’ve made from a pattern you select.
We will cover the fundamentals of cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering glass, through a mix of short demos and hands-on instruction. We will also be touching on some more advanced methods, such as drawing a pattern digitally to print, using a glass ring saw for tricky cuts, and shaping lead came as a border to give strength to your panel. Students will learn the finishing touches, like applying hanging hardware, patina and waxing.
What to Expect:
- Students will have 8 to 12 pre-made patterns to choose from, which are under 10 inches in any direction, and will get to choose their own glass colors from a selection.
- Short demos will be followed by hands-on guidance in finishing your piece. We will be going over a few advanced techniques, but beginners are welcome. Students will leave with a finished, ready to hang piece.
Health and safety guidelines will be emailed to you upon registration.
School Notes:
Preparing for class
- It is recommended that students bring notebooks and water bottles to in person classes. All basic materials and supplies needed for the class will be provided. If students wish to use specific tools or materials not supplied in class they are responsible for obtaining these items themselves.
Studio Attire
- For your safety, protective eyewear must be worn at all times in all areas of the UrbanGlass Studio. We will provide appropriate eyewear for your use. Appropriate work clothes are also required. Flammable or synthetic fabrics, sandals and open-toe shoes are not allowed. Long hair must be tied back.