Classes and Tuition
at
Australian Stained Glass Supplies.

GLASS FUSING & SLUMPING

Our courses run throughout the year broadly in step with the TAFE calendar. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

 

Classes are held over two (2) consecutive Saturdays from11 am to 3pm each Saturday. Tuition is $165 which includes a glass starter pack. Glass cutting experience is not necessary as we will teach you how to cut glass.

FUSING AND SLUMPING

Fusing offers many new, exciting and challenging ways of working with glass. Students will complete  a number of fused and slumped glass pieces of their choice. These may include such things as platters, bowls, plates and other functional items. Or bring your own ideas and discuss them with our highly qualified tutor. This is a hands-on workshop so be prepared to  learn by doing. Create your own work using our large range of moulds. Students will be encouraged to explore their creativity by developing their own unique ideas and designs in glass.

                                                  Join us and enjoy the company of like-minded people.

                              All you have to do now is show up with willing hands and have fun!

                        NEXT FUSING CLASS IS SATURDAYS  November 22nd & 29th 2008

 

 

A BASIC COURSE OUTLINE

You will begin by learning  to cut glass.

Instruction on kiln maintenance, safety precautions, glass compatibility, annealing and firing schedules are all areas on which instruction will be given. You will acquire a basic understanding of the different techniques associated with fusing, slumping, and texturing.

Students will be introduced to glass slumping, and the different uses of fibre and ceramic moulds. Firing schedules for slumping will be discussed.

Students will be given instruction on the techniques associated with flat fusing using Bullseye glass, glass frits, glass powders and glass stringers. Firing schedules for fusing will also be discussed.

Your tuition fee includes a starter pack. It contains samples of assorted glass frits and powders, fire paper and other relevant items.

Students are encouraged to make full use of our glass grinders, circle cutters, light tables, rulers and drawing materials.

After you have completed your class  you can continue your work using our studio and kilns at a nominal cost.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

For safety reasons closed in shoes must be worn at all times.                                                                                 Pregnant women should seek relevant medical advice.
Missed classes cannot be made up at any other time.
All materials must be paid for on the day of the class.                                                                                                         Course fees will only be refunded if we cancel a class.

PARKING ARRANGEMENTS

Parking in the area is limited, however Pyrmont is well served by buses, 443 from Circular Quay, 501 from Victoria  Road. The Casino tramstop is just across the road, and the Darling Harbour monorail is nearby, so consider public transport. Please phone us if you need more information.