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B09793 Organics Unleashed:  Borosilicate Beads
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B09793 Organics Unleashed: Borosilicate Beads
Lauri Copeland
Sun. June 7  9:00am-4:00pm (with 1 hr. break) - (6 hours)

Level: Intermediate
Maximum Class Size: 12
Class Fee: $275.00

Techniques
Glass and Lampworking

 
Description: Get ready to stretch your boundaries using borosilicate color from both Glass Alchemy and Northstar. Students will incorporate custom color blends and sculptural shapes to create beads using both on- and off-mandrel techniques. Emphasis will be placed on asymmetrical form to create a variety of designs: “Shell” and “Ammonite” beads, large hole “Amoeba Discs,” and slender “Twig” beads. Class involves the use of a torch with open flame and gases. Wear safety (didymium) glasses, cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes. Tie long hair back.
 
Project will not be completed in class.
 
Student must be at least 18 years old to register for this class.
 
Supplies to Bring: Didymium glasses, graphite marvers, large mashers, mandrels, mashers, personal lampworking tools, tungsten pick, tweezers, writing materials, metal soup can.
 
Materials in Kit: Borosilicate color from Glass Alchemy and Northstar, clear borosilicate.
 
Limit: One seat per person per class.
Bead&Button Show Online registration is now closed. For on-site registration, click here or for further information, please call 1- 800-554-0197.


B09793$275.00





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