With whimsical shapes, illustrative scenes or divine stories, stained glass has recreated the light in our lives for centuries. Stained glass artisans use both glass color and texture to produce light forms and patterns creating mood and character in small
With whimsical shapes, illustrative scenes or divine stories, stained glass has recreated the light in our lives for centuries. Stained glass artisans use both glass color and texture to produce light forms and patterns creating mood and character in small and large spaces. Want to know more? Then this two-day stained glass workshop will shed some light on the process of stained glass.
Try your hand at making stained glass art in this workshop for beginners. All of the basic techniques will be covered, from glass cutting, foiling, soldering, and completing with patina and polishing compound. Glass artist Claudia McCall will share her expertise and knowledge, teaching students the skills involved in working safely with stained glass, and creating a beautiful, sturdy piece of art.
Mornings will be instructional on glass techniques, and afternoons will be work time, with Claudia on hand to help. You will complete this 2-day workshop with a finished light-catcher, and the knowledge and experience of the basic skills involved in working with stained glass.
“Stained Glass – An Introductory Class” will be held at Volcano Art Center from March 14-15: Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday noon-5 p.m. The class fee is $100, or $90 for VAC members. Attendees are asked to wear long pants, covered shoes and safety glasses. Advance registration is required and this workshop is limited to 6 adults. To register call Volcano Art Center at 808-967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
