Glass Workshops at Studio 8 Glass- Judith Bohm-Parr
by Judith Bohm-Parr
(Fishery Falls)
Slumped glass vase
For glass workshops timetable go straight to "http://www.art-in-tropical-australia.com/studio-8.html"
Judith is a glass artist with 30 years experience who works primarily with kiln formed glass.
During her long career she has investigated most areas of glass creation including fusing, slumping, casting, glass blowing, pαte de verre and lampworking.
After completing her BA at Canberra School of Art she spent several years developing her particular method of traditional French pαte de verre before a sea-change in the early 1990s saw her establish a new studio in Cairns, Far North Queensland.
During the next 10 years Judith built the reputation of Studio 8 Glass, specialising in limited edition fused and slumped glass wear reflecting the tropics, from a small business to one recognised nationally and internationally.
A need to revitalise her creativity resulted in Judith embarking on further research for a Masters of Creative Arts, the focus of which was glass neck adornment. She presently lives in the rural village of Fishery Falls, 30kms south of Cairns, where she operates her studio and glass gallery.
She has been lecturing and tutoring glass workshops throughout Australia and overseas for nearly 20 years. Her glass art is in major public and private collections including WA Art gallery, Qld Art gallery and Wagga Wagga national glass collection.
The kiln formed glass workshops will cater for beginners to advanced and be conducted at Judith's studio at Fishery Falls, 30mins south of Cairns on the Bruce Highway. They commence in Feb. 2010 and run until April 2010.
For more information or bookings, please call Judy on 07 40675354, or email at pjATstudio8glass.com.au or go to the website at www.studio8glass.com.au
Basic Glass Fusing 2 days
Feb 6/7th, March 13/14th, April 10/11th
Level of skill beginners
Cost - $240.00
Hours 9.00am 3.00pm
This workshop is designed to give beginners with no experience a fun introduction to fusing glass in a kiln, (fusing joining pieces of glass together by melting them in a kiln ending in a flat piece of fused glass). This level workshop does not include slumping, all projects are flat, not shaped into 3D. We will be using float and compatible coloured glasses, (Bullseye glass) specifically made for fusing.
A great introduction into the exciting world of warm/fused glass, no experience necessary!
Students should wear covered footwear (no thongs, sandals) and bring safety glasses, notebook and pens. All tools, materials, firings and morning/afternoon teas & coffees included in cost. (Bring your own lunch or see catering options).
Fusing & Slumping 3 days
Feb 19/21st, March 26/28th, April 17/19th
Level of skill Intermediate (open to beginners)
Cost - $330.00
Hours 9.00am 3.00pm
This workshop builds on the experience gained in beginner classes of basic fusing, but is still open to learners who are willing to play catch up. Skills learned in previous class will be expanded upon.
In this workshop you will learn to turn a flat fused piece of glass into a bowl or plate. Students should wear covered footwear (no thongs, sandals) and bring safety glasses, notebook and pens. All tools, materials and morning/afternoon teas & coffees included in cost. (Bring your own lunch or see catering options.)
Glass jewellery 2 days
Feb 13/14th,March 6/7th
Level of skill beginners
Cost - $195.00
Hours 9.00am 3.00pm
This workshop will be an introduction to the creation of simple glass components that will then be assembled into neckpieces, earrings, bracelets or brooches. No previous experience in glass or jewellery making is necessary.
Students should wear covered footwear (no thongs, sandals) and bring safety glasses, notebook and pens. All materials, equipment and morning/afternoon teas & coffees will be supplied. (Bring your own lunch or see catering options).
Open Casting 2 days
Feb 10/11th, March 20/21st, April 14/15th
Level of skill Intermediate
Cost - $240.00
Hours 9.00am 3.00pm
This workshop is designed for the serious glass addict who wishes to extend their experience from slumping to the next level 3D glass casting. Kiln casting: creating a 3 dimensional figure by melting glass inside a mold in a kiln.
Students should wear covered footwear (no thongs, sandals) and bring safety glasses, notebook and pens. All materials, equipment and morning/afternoon teas & coffees will be supplied. (Bring your own lunch or see catering options.)
Pate de verre introduction 3 days
Feb 26/28th, March 9/11th
Level of skill - beginners
Cost - $330.00
Hours 9.00am 3.00pm
This workshop is an introduction to the ancient technique of pate de verre, working with crushed and paste glass. Emphasis will be on 2 simple methods of making pdv, using various sized crushed glass frits fired into a sheet and kiln formed beads using glass paste. No mold making is required.
Students should wear covered footwear (no thongs, sandals) and bring safety glasses, notebook and pens. All materials, equipment and morning/afternoon teas & coffees will be supplied. (Bring your own lunch or see catering options).
Hollow pate de verre 4 days
April, 23/26th
Skill level Intermediate/Advanced
Cost - $440.00
Hours 9.00am 3.00pm
In this workshop you will learn how to apply the traditional method of layering glass paste thinly onto the walls of a hollow mold to form mini vessels or 3D forms. Over 4 days we will investigate model and mold making techniques enabling you to individualize each piece you create.
Students should wear covered footwear (no thongs, sandals) and bring safety glasses, notebook and pens. All materials, equipment and morning/afternoon teas & coffees will be supplied. (Bring your own lunch or see catering options.)
Kid's Workshops - Fused glass, 1 day
April 6th & 8th
Skill level-10-16 years
Cost - $95.00 all inclusive
Hours- 9.00am-3.00pm
Kid's Workshops - Mosaic glass - 1 Day
April 5th, 7th & 9th
Skill Level 6-16 years
Cost $70.00 all inclusive
Hours -9.00am to 3.00pm
