Introduction to Hot Glass (Sandcasting & Blowing)
UCAS Code / Course Code:
N/A
Qualification/Level:
Certificate of Attendance
Mode of study:
Part Time
Duration:
4 Days
Location:
High Wycombe Campus
This short course is intended to cater for
individuals who have had little or no experience of Hot Glass
making or design. It will introduce some of the basic techniques
necessary for working with Hot Glass, such as gathering, casting
and blowing. It is a very practical and ‘hands on’ course, giving
people from the locality with an interest in craft a rare
opportunity to get involved with this intriguing material. The
course will be run in a purpose built glass studio with expert
tutors with safe and effective use of up to date equipment.
Schedule
Day 1: Introduction and
demonstrations to the workshops
Day 2: Sandcasting Glass
Practical
Day 3: Blowing Glass
Practical
Day 4: Finishing,
grinding, polishing and sandblasting techniques.
Award: Certificate of
attendance
Duration: 4 days
Start dates and times:
14 June, 10am-4pm
21 June, 10am-4pm
Both these courses
are now full; to register for future courses email advice@bucks.ac.uk
Cost: £250
Tutor: Richard Price
Tel: 0800 0565 660
Email: advice@bucks.ac.uk
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