Stained Glass - All Levels
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| AV1263 | Stained Glass | 16/04/2024 | 11/06/2024 | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM | Gants Hill Campus | Tue |  |  |
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More information about this Course
How will the course benefit me?
The course is for those who want to design and make their own stained-glass panels. The course is suitable for beginners and for those who already have some experience.
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What will I learn?
The course is about learning and developing how to design for glass by working with colour, texture and light and using additional decorative techniques in order to make stained glass panels. You will learn/develop all the skills and techniques needed in order to make a stained glass panel - developing a design, drawing a cartoon (and, from it, making an accurate cutting pattern), cutting glass, leading, soldering, cementing and finishing. You will also be introduced to copper foiling and different paint techniques for decorating the glass surface.
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Career Opportunities
You can continue to develop your skills and knowledge by enrolling on range of courses at the Institute, including further Stained Glass courses.
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Entry Requirements
You must have good hand strength, dexterity, good eyesight and be able to stand and cut.
An interest and enthusiasm for the subject is a must. If you are pregnant, you should consult your GP before enrolling on this course, as working with lead and solder could be harmful to the developing baby.
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Additional Material Cost
Glass, lead paint, etc. for initial small panel approximately £15.00. Subsequently the costs will be dependent on your design and scale of project. The tutor will be able to advise you on where to source materials. A basic range of glass and lead will be available for purchase. Returning learners are encouraged to acquire their own tools. Learners will need: sketchbook, pencils, black felt pens, i.e. Staedtler Permanent Lumocolor pens (fine and medium) or a Sharpie, drawing paper, ruler and set square, rubber, craft knife, masking tape and workshop clothes or apron.
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Health & Safety
It is essential that you are able to stand, have good eyesight, good concentration and manual dexterity, and also be able to understand verbal instructions and safely use the workshop equipment.??You should NOT wear open shoes If you are pregnant, you should consult your GP before enrolling on this course, as working with lead and solder could be harmful to the developing baby. Protective eye wear, masks and gloves are available upon request.
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How will the course be delivered?
You will be taught using a variety of teaching methods including presentations, practical demonstrations, group and one-to-one tuition and discussions. An initial assessment at the beginning of the course will establish your starting point including skills, experience, confidence and preferred learning styles. It will also give your tutor an indication of your personal objectives. Subsequently, your tutor will be observing and discussing with you your progress at each stage, making suggestions as to how to improve your skills and achieve your objectives. At the end of the course you and your tutor will discuss your achievement and what you need in order to improve.
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