Description
This absorbing one-day course is suitable for all levels and anyone who has a glass kiln and wants to learn a new fabulous and engaging technique.
You will learn how to harness the alchemy of glass as it distorts in shape creating magical ordered patterns and trapping air bubbles precisely where you want them. During the course you will try different techniques and firing schedules alongside other great tips to make you a competent glass artist in optical pattern control.
You can opt make jewellery, bowls, coasters or wall art using this method.
Your Tutor: Jennifer Barker – Lead Instructor & Founder
Jennifer has been working with glass for over 30 years, having discovered her passion for the medium while studying at Wolverhampton and Staffordshire Universities, where she completed a BA and MA in Glass.
Her expertise spans the full spectrum of glass techniques – from delicate kiln-formed pieces to large architectural installations. Jennifer’s specialist areas include kiln-formed glass, surface manipulation, and kiln-casting, but she’s equally passionate about traditional techniques like stained glass and copper foiling. For 12 years, Jennifer was Head of the Glass Department at Glyndwr University, where she discovered that teaching glass art was almost as addictive as making it.
What sets Jennifer apart as an instructor is her genuine love for sharing knowledge. She believes that anyone can learn to work with glass beautifully – it just takes the right guidance, encouragement, and plenty of hands-on practice.
