Lampworking with patsy monk
Saturdays, 3 classes
10:30am – 2:30pm
Offered for:
Summer Session 1 (June 11, 18, 25)
Summer Session 2 (July 9, 16, 23)
This 3-week (12 hour) lampworking class is developed to enable the student to understand the process & safely make glass beads. We utilize & discuss safety issues, types of torches. COE 104 rods in a selection of colors is provided for student use. Beads will be annealed & ready the following class day. The beads made on day 3 will be ready for pick-up the following Saturday.
A general overview of the class:
- Apply glass to prepared mandrels
- Make & use stringers & frit on beads
- Apply additional glass to shape the bead as needed
- Understand & utilize the most appropriate area of the flame for their bead
- Use tools: presses, picks, tweezers, marvers, & more for bead shaping
- Discuss cooling options & the annealing process
- Remove beads from mandrels & clean bead holes
Safety for each class:
- Cotton clothing: long pants, medium or short-sleeved shirt
- Long hair pulled back
- Closed-toe shoes
- Water in a metal container (additional water is provided)
- snack or light lunch if needed
Non-Members: $300
Members: $250
Members: $250
To register by phone, please call 727.822.7872