Introduction to Glass Casting

When & Where

20 January 2025 - 17 March 2025 ( 40 hours, 8 weeks )
Daytime, Monday
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North Kensington Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Anna Chrysopoulo
Course Code K24MCAC15B
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This course has been designed for those with existing experience in Glass; who wish to extend and build upon existing skills both creative and technical. Take the opportunity to develop your design skills alongside the application of varying glass techniques through negotiated self-directed projects. You are to work independently in the workshop with guidance from an expert glass tutor; the course is project-based allowing you to focus on personal interests and directions; projects are devised in consultation with your tutor and may include a range of expanded kiln forming techniques including fusing and slumping, fuse-to-cast techniques alongside cold-working processes. Emphasis is placed on visual research including artist reference alongside design development to expand and translate ideas into glass.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Apply techniques and processes safely under health and safety guidelines
Work independently and with confidence in the specialist glass studios
Identify and evaluate the suitability of selected materials within each technique and process
Identify the technique and process at relevant stages of the glass-making process
Explore kiln-formed glass techniques to produce final outcomes

Cost

Full fee

£450

Concession fee

£335

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Class format and activities

You will work independently to design and make kiln-formed glass forms using a range of design and technical skills. Exploration of materials and techniques is encouraged. Learners will be working on individual self-directed projects guided by your tutor Anna Chrysopoulo. Teaching takes place in a practical workshop setting, including both presentation, discussion and demonstration. Informal assessment will take place on a continual basis throughout the course using observation, and a group Learner presentation at the end of the course outlining the development of individual projects. To ensure that you make the best possible progress on your course, you will have regular feedback from your tutor, in a constructive and supportive environment.

Entry requirements

Previous experience working with glass is required.

What you need to know before you enrol

This course is not suitable for beginners. The fee includes tuition, some materials, alongside use of specialist equipment, including glass kiln firings etc. Learners will be expected to purchase their own Kiln-formed glass materials such as alternative glass types (guidance will be given by the tutor on the first session). You may need to purchase your own small tools, and possibly some additional materials depending on individual projects, as advised by your tutor.

What you need

It would be helpful to bring a sketchbook/notebook, pencils/pen/marker pen etc. You will need to wear sturdy shoes, boots or trainers (no open sandals); an apron. We have basic tools in the workshop which have been adapted to facilitate a safe learning environment. Glass and other materials are available for sale to students, however, Learners may want to buy or bring in their own resources, to have a wider variety in choice of materials.

What you can do next

This course will provide confidence to work independently towards your own professional development. With these transferable skills learners can further develop creative potential and expand learning within 3D studies: we encourage progression onto other intermediate or advanced courses within our glass provision at Morley: these may include the Btec Level 2 or 3 in Glass as well as other courses in Art & Design the college provides. Please speak with your tutor for further advice or information.