Aug 31 – Sept 4 – 5 day intensive
$1150
The Czechs, Swedes, and many others, have venerable glass making
traditions but (in my opinion) the workshops of the Venetian lagoon, particularly those of the 16th century produced some of the finest blown glass objects the world has ever known. Join Jason McDonald as he introduces the basics of this style of working, as understood from an American studio perspective. In this class we will cover the first steps in blowing thin footed vessels. The class will be a “skills and drills” type course with demos in the morning and a lot of practice. By the end of this course you will have a solid foundation in:
● Bringing a great punty and learning how to spot the ones you should avoid.
● Making and receiving thin blown feet.
● Creating a “bulletproof” neckline that breaks well, consistently.
● Delivering and receiving bits
● Straightening a piece both on the pipe and on the punty
● Taking a piece off the punty with increased success
Ages 18+ Intermediate skill level.
Give us a call or email [email protected] if you’re unsure your skill level is appropriate for this workshop.
