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    Basics I: Saturday, March 6  9am-1pm — Glass Fusing Basics 1 – Get Started with Tack Fusing!

    Basics I: Saturday, March 6  9am-1pm — Glass Fusing Basics 1 – Get Started with Tack Fusing!

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      Basics I: Saturday, March 6  9am-1pm — Glass Fusing Basics 1 – Get Started with Tack Fusing!

      Basics I: Saturday, March 6  9am-1pm — Glass Fusing Basics 1 – Get Started with Tack Fusing!

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      Glass Fusing Basics 1 – Get Started with Tack Fusing! (Digital)

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      $100.00
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      COURSE DESCRIPTION

      Glass Fusing Basics 1- Get Started with Tack Fusing! is where it all begins.  This class is an introduction to fused glass and is a prerequisite for participating in our open studio time. During the class you will create a 7×7″ dish while you learn all about glass – how to cut, shape and lay up your glass to be fired; how to choose the kiln firing schedule to achieve the look you desire; and how the glass itself reacts to having fuse-temperature heat applied to it. All tools and supplies are provided.   After having taken this class, you can return to participate in our Open Studio time or continue on to other classes at Fusions Glass Studio.

      CERTIFICATION

      • Beginner level
      • After having taken this class, you are eligible to participate in our Open Studio time 
      • Prerequisite for other classes at Fusions Glass Studio.

      LEARNING OUTCOMES

      • 3 hours of live, in-person professional instruction.
      • Learn about glass used for this awesome art form.
      • Learn how to cut and shape glass.
      • Learn how to lay up your glass for firing.
      • Learn how to create different textures in the glass.
      • Learn how to choose the kiln firing temperature to achieve the look you desire.
      • Learn how the glass itself reacts to having fuse-temperature heat applied to it.
      • Learn about potential problems and how to fix or mitigate them.
      • An information packed, practical training that lays the foundation for more advanced techniques.
      • Best suitable for beginners to advanced level users and who learn faster by demonstration and hands on experience.
      • Course content designed by considering current glass fusing technology.
      • Practical learning experience with a variety of samples to demonstrate the techniques.
      • Save time, money and experimentation!  –Our tips and tricks show you what can go wrong and how to avoid them.
      • Make a 7X7″ dish from beginning to completed project.

      Course Features

      • Lectures 16
      • Quizzes 1
      • Duration 3 hours
      • Skill level Beginner
      • Language English
      • Students 0
      • Assessments Yes
      Coursesin-studio deliveryGlass Fusing Basics 1 – Get Started with Tack Fusing! (Digital)
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        Welcome to the exciting art of glass fusing! This course is designed to provide background knowledge on fusing glass, some of the science behind working with glass, and provide the participant the skills and knowledge to be able to make tack fused projects on their own and to participate in open studio if desired.

        • Lecture1.1
          Introduction Copy
        • Lecture1.2
          Course Outline Copy
        • Lecture1.3
          Class policies Copy
      • What is Fused Glass? 1

        Compare glass fusing to other glass art forms and learn about the unique qualities and possibilities with fused glass.

        • Quiz2.1
          Fused glass power point presentation Copy 0 question
      • Fusible glass materials 3

        Learn about the variety of glass products available for fused glass art creation.

        • Lecture3.1
          Studio tour of Bullseye products and Dichroic glass Copy
        • Lecture3.2
          Specialty glasses; strikers and reactions Copy 17 min
        • Lecture3.3
          Finished art samples Copy
      • Some properties of glass for fusing 1

        Learn how the glass behaves in the kiln.

        • Lecture4.1
          6mm rule Copy
      • Tack fuse! 3

        Learn about tack fuse projects and see examples.

        • Lecture5.1
          1400 degrees Copy
        • Lecture5.2
          1425 degrees Copy
        • Lecture5.3
          Slumping Copy
      • Construction advice 2

        Learn how to successfully build a tack fuse project and how to avoid common problems and mistakes.

        • Lecture6.1
          lay-up considerations Copy
        • Lecture6.2
          Common challenges and how to avoid them Copy
      • Glass Cutting 2

        Learn about different tools for cutting and shaping the glass, how to cut straight lines and strips and how to make shapes.

        • Lecture7.1
          Cutting instruction Copy
        • Lecture7.2
          Safety considerations in the studio Copy
      • Kiln Firing 2

        Learn firing schedules for 2 types of tack fuse projects and 2 slumping temperatures.

        • Lecture8.1
          Preparing shelves and molds for fusing Copy
        • Lecture8.2
          Firing schedules Copy
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