Glass Art: Stained and Fused Glass - Monday Evening Beginners/Improvers
Course Overview
On this course, you will learn how three-dimensional and two-dimensional glass art is fabricated using different cold glass treatments including leading, copper foiling, mosaic and various kiln formed techniques like fusing and slumping. You will learn about some of the historical and contemporary contexts of cold-worked glass and how to produce glass art safely. You will receive tutor guidance to pursue your own personal projects. Set class projects will also be available.
Location: Camden
Who is this course for and what will I learn?
No previous knowledge is required. An active interest and the motivation to develop skills and safe working practices is essential. If you are interested in a specialist technique not listed or described in the course description, please contact ArtsSchool@wmcollege.ac.uk before enrolling to find out if it is possible for us to accommodate this.
The course will cover: demonstration of a range of glass techniques; explanation of the properties, materials and processes used; the introduction of workbooks/sketchbooks to collect glass ideas; demonstration and introduction of glass tests, kiln working and studio practice; ongoing emphasis on health and safety procedures in connection with cold glass working; introduction of a personal project or group project for students to apply their own techniques to glass working; outline of the historical and contemporary contexts of cold worked glass.
The course will cover: demonstration of a range of glass techniques; explanation of the properties, materials and processes used; the introduction of workbooks/sketchbooks to collect glass ideas; demonstration and introduction of glass tests, kiln working and studio practice; ongoing emphasis on health and safety procedures in connection with cold glass working; introduction of a personal project or group project for students to apply their own techniques to glass working; outline of the historical and contemporary contexts of cold worked glass.
How will I learn?
Handouts, demonstrations, group discussion, 1-to-1 guidance. All resources used within each lesson are available electronically. There is no formal homework, however, your tutor may discuss ideas with you individually to help extend your study and for ongoing independent projects and research. Your tutor will also recommend exhibitions, gigs or websites for you to visit to enrich your study.
Assessment and next steps
There is no exam or formal assessment for this course. However, you will work with your tutor to identify your aims at the beginning of the session and will receive one to one feedback throughout as well as sharing outcomes at the end of the course. The tutor will discuss your progression plans with you and make suggestions where appropriate
Once you have completed the course, you may choose to enrol on a further term in this subject or another subject. Advice and Guidance for all further study is available from the Curriculum Manager by request.
Once you have completed the course, you may choose to enrol on a further term in this subject or another subject. Advice and Guidance for all further study is available from the Curriculum Manager by request.
What additional support can I get?
You may be eligible for fee reductions or one of our bursaries, please check the Information and Advice section of our website to find out more.
Teachers are supported to ensure their materials are inclusive to meet learners’ needs. Provision of assistive equipment is available and access support can be provided through reasonable adjustments, subject to an interview with the ALS team and/or the Disability Officer. Digital Learning support is available in the Learning Centre.
We offer free support with finding a job, including 1-1 support with job applications, creating a CV or improving your interview skills, as well as advice about progression opportunities. Visit the website for more information or to book an appointment with our Employability Coach.
There are regular cross-college events, external speaker visits, exhibitions, and opportunities for you to get involved in college life. Look out for adverts around the college, iLearn or sign up to Our Newsletter via the website.
Teachers are supported to ensure their materials are inclusive to meet learners’ needs. Provision of assistive equipment is available and access support can be provided through reasonable adjustments, subject to an interview with the ALS team and/or the Disability Officer. Digital Learning support is available in the Learning Centre.
We offer free support with finding a job, including 1-1 support with job applications, creating a CV or improving your interview skills, as well as advice about progression opportunities. Visit the website for more information or to book an appointment with our Employability Coach.
There are regular cross-college events, external speaker visits, exhibitions, and opportunities for you to get involved in college life. Look out for adverts around the college, iLearn or sign up to Our Newsletter via the website.
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