“Ultimate
Fusing” with Gil Reynolds
June 18 –
22
For experienced
fusers, this is an incredible opportunity to take your work to the next level. Gil’s
ultimate fusing system is an all encompassing approach that deals with every
aspect of producing artwork with kiln formed glass from building a palette and
an image library to innovative mold designs and specific kiln control. This is
also a component based class where the emphasis is on learning how to make
unique and intriguing design elements. Once an inventory of these parts is
built, then the artwork is created by assembling the different components. This
class will have a bit of a 'three ring circus' atmosphere as students learn
ways to integrate kilns, torches and fire buckets techniques to create specific
visual effects. Some of activities covered are advanced fusing processes such
as Flexi-Glass, pattern bars, combing, mosaic, reverse firing, inlay Liquid Stringer and Pate-de-verre techniques. This
class will cover investment and mold making materials, types of glass,
compatibility, kiln firing schedules, annealing and using enamels in cast
glass. Students will also have hands-on experience using a torch and the Murphy
Fire Bucket, a 2150º F. furnace used to make twists, stringers, pattern bars
and paper weights. Gil's informative and humorous banter makes this class an
educational delight. This is a great class to take if you want to move way beyond
the basic 'cut, stack and fire' approach to fusing. This is a guaranteed
exciting week for all intermediate and advanced fusers.
Monday – Friday
9:00am – 4:00pm
Price
includes – Materials, beverages and lunch
$1000
