Projects - Box Casting

Name: Projects - Box Casting
Brand: Thinkific
SKU: 2961014
Price: 30.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Dive into open-face mould-making with hands-on lessons creating alginate moulds, casting using refractory plaster, and more! You will experience the magic of creating reverse relief cast glass objects.

£30.00 GBP

Price inclusive of tax.
For countries exempt from paying UK and EU taxes, the correct price will be calculated at checkout upon entering a valid billing address.

What you will learn

Whether you're a beginner curious about mould materials or eager to master firing schedules for thick glass, this course offers the essential guidance to kickstart your glass casting journey. Dive into open-face mould-making with hands-on lessons on creating alginate moulds, casting using refractory plaster, and constructing vermiculite board boxes to support your creations during firing. Experience the magic of creating reverse relief cast glass objects. Your finished piece will showcase intricate imagery on its back, visible through a clear, flat front.

Skill Level:
Suitable for Beginners

Course Summary:

This new project will cover all the techniques needed to make a sculptural glass piece:

• Tool and material setup
• Choosing your object
• Preparing mould making materials
• Demoulding steps
• Use of vermiculite board
• Creating your box
• Securing your object
• Cutting and firing glass billet

Course duration

15 videos with a total of 1 hour 16 minutes

What to prepare

You will need a computer, tablet, or phone in order to watch the course.
Ensure that you have checked the materials list and purchased any materials you may require
A pen and paper to take any notes.
We teach using Bullseye Glass (CoE90)

Inclusivity and refunds

We are committed to maintaining a respectful community where all our students can learn and develop their full potential, within a safe environment. English subtitles are available on all of the videos.

*Price excluding VAT is £25. The correct tax will be calculated at checkout based on your location.

Given the nature of this product, it is non-refundable. For further questions please contact us at info@glass-school.co.uk

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Projects - Box Casting

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Megan O'Hara

Megan began working with glass in 2005, creating a range of dichroic jewellery, and helping to make tiles for 5th Element Design. In 2011 she completed an art degree in Creative Art Practices at Sheffield Hallam University and returned to Warm Glass to pursue a creative career in glass.

In 2013, Megan attended a glass instructor’s course at the Bullseye Glass factory in Portland, Oregon and began teaching workshops for Warm Glass UK. In 2015 she took part in the Glass Heap Challenge in the Kosta Boda glass factory in Sweden. Megan is the Studio Coordinator at Warm Glass UK, responsible for the running of the studio and workshops as well as offering technical advice to customers, she is passionate about sharing her enjoyment of working with glass.

Megan O'Hara

Megan began working with glass in 2005, creating a range of dichroic jewellery, and helping to make tiles for 5th Element Design. In 2011 she completed an art degree in Creative Art Practices at Sheffield Hallam University and returned to Warm Glass to pursue a creative career in glass.

In 2013, Megan attended a glass instructor’s course at the Bullseye Glass factory in Portland, Oregon and began teaching workshops for Warm Glass UK. In 2015 she took part in the Glass Heap Challenge in the Kosta Boda glass factory in Sweden. Megan is the Studio Coordinator at Warm Glass UK, responsible for the running of the studio and workshops as well as offering technical advice to customers, she is passionate about sharing her enjoyment of working with glass.

Projects - Box Casting

Price inclusive of tax.
For countries exempt from paying UK and EU taxes, the correct price will be calculated at checkout upon entering a valid billing address.

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