Key Facts

  • Starting
    15 Apr 2024
    Location
    Tooting
    Start Time
    18:30
    End Time
    21:00
    Duration
    10 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Evening
    Days
    Monday
    Start Date
    15 Apr 2024
    Level
    Entry Level
    Code
    TABE192CP

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 0 - 100
Stained and Fused Glass: Traditional & Contemporary skills

Please note this course is now closed for enrolment

Students of all levels are welcome. You will receive individual advice and guidance to complete a project of your choice appropriate to your level of experience.

Traditional techniques using lead, copper foil and glass applique are taught as well as contemporary warm glass techniques - painted, fused and slumped glass.

You will be able to create a wide variety of beautiful and decorative pieces using these techniques - tiny pieces of jewellery, coasters, bowls, light catchers, lanterns, mirrors and panels for doors, windows and the garden.

Students may achieve a skill set which will enable them to gift or sell their work as well as undertake commissioned work.

Working with glass in a group situation can be relaxing and sociable but also stimulates ideas and, for many, becomes a lifelong learning opportunity and an interest with commercial potential.

  • Entry Requirements


    There are no entry requirements for this course.

  • Course Content


    By the end of the course you will be able to:

    • Cut glass into a variety of shapes
    • Explore colour and light in order to create designs for glass projects
    • Prepare working drawings and maquettes
    • Cut and shape lead, apply copper foil and solder
    • Prepare glass for fusing / slumping in the kiln
    • Understand the processes required to complete projects to the highest possible standard
    • Use materials, tools and equipment safely

    If you're self-employed, you might be able to deduct your enrolment fee from your taxable income.

    If you are on a low wage, unemployed or claim Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) then you can enrol on the course for free.

  • Progression Next Steps


    Many students go on to make and sell pieces commercially.

  • Assessment Details


    On-going assessment and via individual progress records.