Goal of this workshop

This workshop is designed toward sandblasting as a special design technique for fused and slumped glass. Also for any type of glass from glass beads to architectural glass. The techniques learned in this workshop can also be used to etch other materials like ceramic, stone, granite and concrete.

There are several ways to "etch" glass; acid etch, wheel engrave and sandblast. This class will show you how to use sandblasting equipment and abrasive to sandblast (eat) away the glass, even to the point of making a hole through the glass.

We start with simple surface etching and then on to the more dramatic effects of carving and shading. Students will make multi layered colored glass and then on the next day sandblast through the layers to bring out the different colors.

Students will learn how to use unusual resist materials like lace and glue for special effects. Also using and use of computer controlled resist cutting equipment.

Some basic materials will be provided, although you will want to purchace some great glass to make amazing projects. Cost of materials is directly related to the size of the projects you decide to make.

Cost of equipment to sandblast in your studio can be under $100 plus air compressor.

A few of the things we do, show and discuss in this workshop

• Materials you can etch on
  • Glass
  • Ceramic
  • Stone
  • Concrete
  • Granite
• Styles of Etching
  • Sandblasting Equipment
  • Rotery Tool
  • Etching Chemical
• Types of Glass Work
  • Fused Glass
  • Glass Beads
  • Archictural Glass
  • Glass Gift items
• Types of Resist Material
  • Vinyl
  • Rubber
  • Glue
  • Lace
  • Metal
• Types of Glass to Etch on
  • Using Coated glass like Iridized or Dichroic
  • Using Crystal Clear Glass
  • Using And making layered or flashed glass
  • Other special coating you will see in class
• Fabrication
  • Surface Etching
  • Shading
  • Carving

We make layered, flashed glass and then sandblast into it for different effects.

 

Sundance provides:

• Space
• Equipment
• Knowledge
• Inspiration

What you provide:

• Ideas
• Initiative
• Motivation
• Artistic Talent
• Materials - Some basic materials are provided

What to bring:

• Work clothes. Expect to get dirty. Cool clothes, it often gets warm.
• No open toes shoes (sandals)
• No overly loose clothing.
• No loose hair, tie it back. Maybe bring a hat.
• We have gloves and safety glass, but if you have your own that you are used to, bring them.
• Water

Students Projects and other examples of what you can expect to make in this workshop.

Under Construction

Our Workshop and Equipment

• Under construction

Workshop taught by:  Brian Helgerson

Time and Tuition

Times: all day

• Tuesday, from 11 to 5 PM
• Wednesday, from 10 to 5 PM
• Sunday, from 9 to 3 PM

Tuition:

• $375

Dates:

• July 17, 18 and 19

Sign up

To sign up or to add your name to our interest list (you will be kept up to date on this class announcements) CALL us right now at 530-872-3021!