Stained glass - all levels

About this course

The course centres on making a stained glass panel, using demonstrations, formal instruction, practice and individual tuition to introduce design cartooning, glass cutting, leading and soldering. Depending on experience, learners may also explore kiln-fired glass painting, sandblasting and glass fusing. Illustrated lectures cover historical and contemporary stained glass, while progress is reviewed through individual and group discussions and recorded in Individual Learning Plans and Learning Journals.

What you'll learn

• Apply safe practices when working in a studio or workshop
• Identify and use five specialist stained glass tools and items of equipment safely
• Translate a simple design or image into an accurate leaded glass pattern
• Select glass and lead cane appropriate to a design
• Cut glass and lead and assemble a small stained glass item
• Explore etching or sandblasting techniques to create varied glass surface textures, where prior experience allows

Is this course right for you?

Designed for learners at all levels who want to explore stained glass and develop art, craft and design skills. No prior experience is stated as necessary, although practical abilities are required. Teaching includes individual tuition as well as discussion and assessment in groups.

• No previous stained glass experience is required
• Practical abilities are required
• Some independent design and practical work is expected outside class

Before you go

• Some materials and equipment must be supplied by the student, as advised by the tutor during the first session.
• Open footwear, including sandals, should not be worn during sessions.
• Outside-class preparation may include design work, library or internet research, sketchbook drawings and practical finishing work.
• Visits to museums and other places containing stained glass are recommended.