Fused Glass Project Workshop: Drop Out Forming
The drop out form is another method of shaping flat glass into a different form. It’s a fascinating process where the heat of the kiln will be stretching the glass as it forms. In this class you will design a blank in glass to then drop “through” (as opposed to “into”) a mold that you will make.
First you will create a flat glass blank. Then you’ll create and cut your own drop mold to be used to form your glass blanks. We will discuss using the C-Lab Waser cutter as necessary.
Guided by the instructors, you’ll discuss design options and how the designs will change in the forming of the glass.
Instructor: Jean Cheely and Jo Ellen Westmoreland
Friday, February 21, 6:30 – 9:30pm (creating glass blanks for overnight firing)
Saturday, February 22: 10:00am – 12:30pm (making the drop mold)
Saturday, March 1: 11:30am – 2:30pm (the drop firing)
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Prerequisites: Completion of The Art of Glass Fusing & Slumping class or Introduction to Glass Fusing & Slumping class at the Crafts Center or 1 or more years of experience with kiln fusing glass. Must be able to work independently and safely with glass.
Class fees by level: NC State Students – $70 Public – $105