36 Hour Classes
INSTRUCTOR: Diane Almeyda, Artisan
COURSE: Enameling and Silverwork
PROJECT: Stained Glass with Wirework
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Learn the secrets of creating miniature stained glass using real glass and metal. Create an impressive and beautiful stained glass window for your roombox, dollhouse, sunroom, or conservatory. This new method is being offered for the first time at Guild School. Using thin ribbons of fine silver wire, students will bend and form them into a fine wire web which will then be silver soldered together to form a filigree- like framework. This will then be prepared for the application of ground glass powders. It is heated in a kiln to temperatures of approximately 1400 degrees Fahrenheit to melt the glass and allow it to fuse to the silver framework. Truly a miracle!
In addition to learning silver soldering that jewelers employ (high temperature using a torch) students will also learn how to prepare and apply enamels. They will learn finishing techniques to complete the resulting enamel work of art.
TIME:
36 hours. Completion is likely.
POWER TOOLS:
flexshaft
SKILL LEVEL:
All levels. Steady hands, fine hand-motor skills (use of tweezers and pliers necessary), and good eyesight (with magnification is fine) will ensure success in this class. Students cannot be fearful of fire/flame. As this technique differs from those previously taught at Guild School, please note that there will be no extended periods of sawing in this class.
MATERIALS FEE:
$75