this multi-level course students will be guided through a glass mosaic project appropriate for
their skill level.
A broad range of cutting and shaping tools for glass will be demonstrated including scoring
tools, breakers and pliers as well as more intermediate tools such as grinders and lens/circle
cutters.
Instructor will present lecture and demonstration of basic setting styles for glass mosaic tesserae
as well as more sophisticated lay patterning for continuing students. Design considerations
will be presented including attention to color, texture and media.
A broad range of glass media will also be discussed, in terms of quality, thickness and reflectivity.
Class will focus on finer setting techniques that will allow students to add dimension and
sophistication to their work.
Students will design and execute a glass mosaic for interior or exterior use on a substrate of their
choice using one or more glass media.
Students will design and execute a glass mosaic for interior or exterior use on a substrate of their choice using one or more glass media. Square (14" x 14") or rectangular (12' x 16') substrate provided. Students using provided substrates should indicate interior or exterior before the first day of class. Students may bring their own substrate/ form to mosaic.
Continuing students may bring their own glass cutting tools, or tools will be provided.
Limit 8 students.
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