Creative Glass – Beginners

About this course

Participants develop introductory skills in kiln-formed glass through practical studio work. The course covers cutting and assembling glass for fusing, working with different glass styles, making moulds, and understanding how glass changes in a kiln. It also introduces fusing, slumping, open-mould casting and lost wax casting. Teaching combines tutor guidance, personalised feedback and a Personal Learning Plan. Learners document and review their work through sketchbooks, workbooks, experimental pieces and final work, with informal group discussions rather than formal assessment.

What you'll learn

• Cut and assemble glass for fusing.
• Use different styles of glass in glass artworks.
• Explain how glass transforms in a kiln.
• Make a mould for glass casting.
• Apply introductory fusing, slumping, open-mould casting and lost wax casting techniques.

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for beginners exploring glass art and kiln-formed processes. No previous glass experience is necessary. Participation includes individual practical work, tutor feedback, developing pieces through a Personal Learning Plan and informal discussion of work with the group.

• The course is non-certificated and has no formal assessments.
• Progress is reviewed through a sketchbook, workbook, experimental work and finished pieces.

Before you go

• Materials used on the course and firing are paid for separately; details are provided in the first class.
• Non-slip, closed footwear and protective aprons are recommended.
• Food and drink are not permitted in the studio.
• Participants should allow time at the end of each class to tidy the studio.