Further Fused Glass Techniques with April Pebble

Description

Learn the basic techniques involved with Glass Fusing! You will practise how to cut glass to a pattern, cut glass stringers, use powdered frit's (glass powders), use enamel paint pens, incorporate metal inclusions into your work and finally experiment with Fossil Vitra (inclusion of plant matter in the kiln). On the day you will design and make your own coaster, rectangular wall hanging and Fossil Vitra experiments. Once fired in the kiln you will be able to collect them from me or I can send them out in the post- This is a beginner's course held in a learner friendly environment!

What's included in the price?

All tools, equipment, and glass are provided! 'Woven Café' is based next door to my workshop, so you can grab a toastie/ cake/proper coffee there, or alternatively, please bring your own lunch! We are in the countryside outside of Shepton Mallet town centre so it is far to travel out on the lunch break.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

April Pebble Owens at April Pebble

with Craft Courses since 2023

Message the tutor

April is passionate about all techniques in glass. She became captivated by its luminosity, jewel like radiance and ability to cast shadows of colour. Her own creative practise involves traditional stained glass techniques and warm glass techniques such as fusing. Her work is inspired by nature, folkloric stories and aims to bring about beauty through light. April has recently begun teaching at her workshop at Rock Farm in Shepton Mallet. She is also a Stained Glass Conservator at Holywell Glass in Wells and up until May this year has been running therapeutic art sessions for the Charity One25. Her approach to learning is to encourage and problem solve. Being dyslexic herself she understands that repetition and clear instructions are important to help learners get the most from her workshops. Her main aim is for her students to have fun, gain some confidence in a craft and leave with something uniquely beautiful.