We encounter lighting in every space we enter - it sets the atmosphere of a room through intensity, color, and form. Moving quickly through experiments, we will mock up lighting ideas from day 1 onward by exploring the different effects of shape, material, and hardware. This fun and fast-paced class will cover: basic electrical wiring, hardware, assembly, making your own blown glass parts, as well as collecting found/miscellaneous parts to light up. Demonstrations will include introductions to researching lamp parts, ordering prefabricated wiring sets, blowing your artwork according to the specs/working with glass fabricators (see below), cold working, wiring, and installation. Weekly class and assignments are given and problem solving will be a focus. Students are encouraged to think out of the box . The class is focused on from concept to finishing a piece ( or a collection . The class will not cover how to blow glass.
What to Expect: Again - this class will not cover introductory glassblowing, there will be NO instruction of how to create blown glass parts yourself if you do not already have the skills. However, if you are interested in lighting, come from a design/product/art background, this is an excellent class for you to experience glass fabrication and have your ideas made.
Eligibility: This class will not cover introductory glassblowing, there will be NO instruction of how to create blown glass parts yourself if you do not already have the skills. However, if you are interested in lighting, come from a design/product/art background, this is an excellent class for you to experience glass fabrication and have your ideas made.
Open to ages 14 and up.
Pick-up: The glass needs to cool down overnight, so the students will have to return to UrbanGlass once notified to pick up their work.
School Notes:
Preparing for class
- It is recommended that students bring notebooks and water bottles to in person classes. All basic materials and supplies needed for the class will be provided. If students wish to use specific tools or materials not supplied in class they are responsible for obtaining these items themselves.
Studio Attire
- For your safety, protective eyewear must be worn at all times in all areas of the UrbanGlass Studio. We will provide appropriate eyewear for your use. Appropriate work clothes are also required. Flammable or synthetic fabrics, sandals and open-toe shoes are not allowed. Long hair must be tied back.
