INTERMEDIATE AND ABOVE WORKSHOP:  Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment.  Fusers are learning about special firing programs.

Day One:  12"x12" piece of opal glass for the body.  Suggest black or brown, or a neutral

At least 1/2 sheet of another piece of opal, streaky or fusers reserve for the cloak & garment

You may also want to bring dots, small pieces of scrap glass, vitrigraph, dichro, noodles, stringers & glass paint to embellish your piece. 

Your completed piece will measure 12'' x 15" equaling 180 sq inches & you will be responsible for the $7 firing fee.

The instructor will provide papyrus & a piece of cardboard to assemble your project on.

Day Two:  You will dress your Indigenous Person.  

Suggested dressings: Feathers, beads, leather, copper, old pieces of jewelry, felt, and small pieces of faux animal hides. 

The instructor will have small pieces of copper for $2 and stakes (for spears) at no charge.  There will be a limited supply mountings for $1 each, but you will be shown how to assemble the mounting. 

You will also need E6000 glue and/or wire to attach your accessories.

BONUS:  You will also have enough glass from your 12''x12'' body to construct another one at a later time

General supplies to bring to class: 

* Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best) * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

* Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

* Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

* Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

* Bring a firing ticket!

For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

Instructor Name:  Bev Fenske   541-921-3078

Assistant Name:  Lorrie Gaunt-Wandell   269-665-0654

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