Introduction to Coldworking with Glass

Coldworking is a way of altering and sculpting glass once cold - from seaming edges to complete transformations. This class focuses on the belt sander, wet saw, and hand lapping - and the potential of each technique. You will learn how to bring rough-ground surfaces to a full polish and talk about the aesthetic possibilities of leaving a surface matte.

We also will cover glass glues and their possibilities in an artist’s work.

Then we'll turn to becoming familiar with each machine and you'll have an opportunity to ask for specific demonstrations and tips. You'll gain the most from this class if you come with some of your own glass and a plan or some sketches on the potential alterations you're interested in making.

This class will include many tips and techniques to help make you more comfortable and skilled at successfully finishing projects and is a rare opportunity to learn from a critically acclaimed glass artist whose work is shown in galleries nationwide, offering budding glass artists the opportunity to receive an expert's advice on best practices to complete a project with a professional finish.

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