Creative Glass Masterclass

About this course

The course uses a structured workshop format to help participants develop their own kilnformed glass ideas and integrate new techniques into individual practice. Demonstrations cover casting, slumping, fusing and pâte de verre, alongside cold working methods including engraving, sandblasting, cutting, grinding and polishing, and assembly using UV bonding. Participants receive personalised feedback, create a Personal Learning Plan and present their work and research for critical discussion with tutors and peers. Research into contemporary and historical art is used to place their work within a wider context.

What you'll learn

• Apply kilnforming techniques including casting, slumping, fusing and pâte de verre
• Use cold working methods such as engraving, sandblasting, cutting, grinding and polishing
• Experiment with UV bonding and other approaches to assembling glass work
• Develop and evaluate individual glass projects through research, presentation and critical discussion

Is this course right for you?

This improver-level masterclass is intended for learners who already have experience of kilnformed glass and want to extend their technical range through individually directed work. Participation includes presenting work and research for discussion with tutors and peers, supported by personalised guidance.

• Previous experience in kilnformed glass is essential
• Work is developed through individual ideas and tutor-guided experimentation
• Participants present their work and research for critical discussion

Before you go

• Participants should allow 15 minutes at the end of the class to tidy the studio.