Join award-winning glass artist Sadhbh Mowlds and learn how to create and blow glass into a two or three-part plaster moulds in the hot shop. You will consider the different types of moulds and their functions and re-create objects or sculptures in glass.
Working as a team combine glassblowing and coldworking techniques to create colourful patterning and surface texture in glass. Explore colour layering, engraving, sandblasting, cutting, grinding and assembly. A truly collaborative approach to glassmaking.
Transform fused-glass panels into dazzling 3D vessels with master glass artist Scott Chaseling. Explore the roll-up technique inspired by the ancient art of Venetian ‘murrine’ cane pick-up You will make two stunning pieces of work that will showcase your creativity and skill.
A fast paced masterclass on Venetian style glass stemware. The course aims to provide a grounding in the technique used to blow delicate, thin-walled goblets. You will be taught how to use optic moulds, to create blown stems and blown feet, as well as working efficiently as a team. With demonstrations and plenty of hands-on learning, this course will push your glassmaking to new limits.
Discover the potential of glassmaking over three days, enough time to fully immerse yourself in hot glass blowing techniques. This is an excellent fun and stimulating course for those looking for a more solid foundation and better understanding of glassblowing techniques.
A great glassblowing taster and introduction to the magic of glass. Learn how to gather hot molten glass straight from the furnace and shape into glass objects to keep. Through hands-on making gain first-hand insight into this ancient craft.
Our one day glassblowing course is both an exciting experience day and a great introduction to glassblowing for beginners. Learn the fundamentals of this ancient craft while you make your own glass objects, using hot, molten glass straight from the furnace.
A great glassblowing taster and introduction to the magic of glass. You will gather hot molten glass and shape into christmassy baubles ready to hang. Through hands-on making you will gain first-hand insight into this ancient craft while enjoying a unique and exciting experience.
A great glassblowing taster and introduction to the magic of glass. You will gather hot molten glass straight from the furnace and shape into two objects. Through hands-on making you will gain first-hand insight into this ancient craft.
A great glassblowing experience and introduction to the magic of glass. Learn how to gather hot molten glass straight from the furnace and shape into glass objects to keep. Through hands-on making gain first-hand insight into this ancient craft.