Glass Powder Crackle Workshop with Terry Savage

  • 09/10/2022
  • 09/11/2022
  • 2 sessions
  • 09/10/2022, 9:00 AM 12:00 PM (HST)
  • 09/11/2022, 9:00 AM 12:00 PM (HST)
  • GFC Studio at Temple Emanu-El, 2500 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
  • 8

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Orange, yellow, and grey crackle pattern platter (with closeup) by Terry SavageLearn how to use glass powders to create textures and crackle patterns with kilnformed glass!

Kailua artist Terry Savage will demonstrate his approach to working with glass powders using techniques developed by Canadian artist Bob Leatherbarrow.


Glass Artist, Terry SavageTerry has worked with these techniques for several years and is still discovering new color combinations and shapes using glass powders, along with frit and confetti. His work can be seen at Nohea Gallery at Kahala Mall, and Cedar Street Galleries. All participants must purchase Bob Leatherbarrow's "Introduction to Kilnformed Glass Powders" ebook prior to the workshop.

What to Bring: Day 1

  • Crackle platter in gold, orange, grey, and a white crackle lipSupply fee $25
  • N95 mask or N99/100 Half-face respirator (preferred) to prevent inhalation of glass powders

What to Bring: Day 2

  • Eye Protection

Participants will prepare one piece (11" circle) for a full fuse firing on the first day. The piece will be fired overnight, and on the second day participants will cold work their piece for a second, slump firing.

Required:
Purchase of Bob Leatherbarrow's "Introduction to Kilnformed Glass Powders: ebook ($20 USD) on Bob Leatherbarrow's online store. Participants must send the receipt for the ebook to fusedglass808@gmail.com after acceptance to the class.


Registration Information:

Enrollment is limited to 8 participants. Registration closes July 15, 2022. If more than 8 people sign up, there will be a lottery. People who do not get in will have their fees refunded and will put on a waitlist. We feel that this is the most equitable method to ensure that everyone has a chance to take the workshop rather than the people who read the emails first. Mahalo for your kokua. Please email fusedglass808@gmail.com with questions.

Cancellations:

Enrolled participants may cancel up to two weeks before the first class and get a full refund. After that date, if someone is found to take the workshop the fee will be refunded. If no one is found, the fee will not be refunded.

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