We Brits love our animals – whether it be farmyard animals, fish, wildlife or domestic furry friends.

We will help you capture the spirit of your chosen animal in fused glass. Led by vastly experienced glass artist Jennifer Barker, you will be guided in bringing the animals almost to life by creating a sense of movement or stance that evoke the animals character. Feel free to bring images of your own pet or any imagery that appeals to you personally and we will teach you the basic principles of glass fusing, and then give you the opportunity to make your own glass art panel using glass paints, frit and coloured glass.

When does the course start and finish? A course day runs from 10am until 4.30pm unless otherwise stated

Can’t make the dates? We’re pretty flexible and may be able to create a date that works for you, just email jen@cheshireschoolofglass.co.uk or call Jen on 07950 004452

Cost: £190

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.