Introduction to the Art of Glassmaking
Jul 08 - Aug 02 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Ages 13-18
Blake Campus, Hopkins MN
$60.00
About This Activity
Learn how the environment and the unique medium of glass interact with the creative process in this experiential studio art class. Explore the design and implementation of fused, cast and kiln-formed glassmaking in a sculptural context. Students will investigate ways that the design and creation of cast and fused glass objects can manifest beauty in our daily lives. In this class, students will: Explore methods of idea development and imagery influenced by their surroundings, working from natural elements and architecture while learning the significance of form and design; Learn drawing and planning practices specific to glass, including the appropriate use and selection of color as it relates to form, light transference and density as well as the techniques for glass cutting, fusing, manipulation, clay modeling, refractory mold making and kiln casting; Apply newly learned skills to create several utilitarian and sculptural works of art, including a capstone group public art project; Visit local glass artists and studio(s) to view and participate in the production of hot and blown glass. This is a 0.5 credit course that will appear on Blake Upper School student transcripts. It satisfies one semester of the four-semester arts department graduation requirement. Students should bring a nut-free lunch, afternoon snack and two water bottles with them to class each day. Refrigerators and microwave ovens are not available.
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