Sunday, March 27, 2016

What if…


Pen and Ink Study

So many clever discoveries begin with those two simple words-what if. They pave the way for exploration, experimentation and spontaneous self-expression. My most interesting, complex and unique pieces of art have developed from this perpetual curiosity, an interest in seeing what new project can be made by combining new techniques.

Recently, my attention was drawn to a crumpled sheet of paper as it sailed in increasingly large, carefree circles down an empty street. Beyond the graceful beauty of its feather light ascent, I wondered if it carried away an important message that would soon be lost, left unseen in a dirty gutter. I wondered if it could capture that weightless freedom and the romantic mystery of the unknown message in glass.

What if…

What if I scribble a pen and ink style drawing on a single layer of almond glass? What if I then manipulate the smooth, flat surface, like the wind, and give it an unbalanced shape? Would it stir imagination; would it inspire a story like the runaway scrap had? It’s questions like these that bring about change and spur new approaches to one’s work.

You can tap into a bottomless well of ideas all your own. Allow yourself to take a new tangent without the burden of perfection looming over your shoulder. Blaze your own trail; follow every twist and turn to its natural end. Enjoy the journey. The destination will take care of itself.

Happy fusing,
Lisa

Check out the Pen and Ink Study Video!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ia3uoNDgVbc

Want to Unlock Your Greatest Potential? Join me for an advanced 4-day, hands-on glass fusing workshop in May. 
 
Here’s what students are saying about the workshop.

“Lisa is an exemplary educator who is passionate about her craft. She is highly organized and mindful of her student’s strengths and challenges. Best practices of teaching as well as craftsmanship were utilized throughout the workshop. Thank you for igniting my creative spirit to a whole new level.” -JoAnn

Now Registering!
NEW Advanced Glass Fusing Workshop with Lisa Vogt
May 10 – 13, 2016

Intermediate to advanced skill level.
Intense 4-Day, Hands-on Workshop
Lisa’s Private Glass Studio, Wesley Chapel, Florida
Register online today! Class size is limited to 4! 

Check out the Advanced Workshop Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRYwR__pcfo


Stand out! Striking glass work is the result of combining multiple, advanced techniques in innovative ways to produce exceptional art. In this comprehensive, 4-day workshop, Lisa will show you how to combine different methods of assembly to make original, fused glass art that will make you standout. Techniques include: the new Free-Flow, combing, weaving, embossing, advanced layering, designing artistic shapes, plus creative and deep slumping. You’ll also learn how to change the shape of thick, fused glass with various saws, slitters and drills. As if that’s not enough, kiln operation, how to make you own unique display stands and how to photograph your work are also covered.  

How it works.

Students select what they want to make from a wide variety of large-scale advanced project samples.  You’ll create your unique project using full sheets of glass (not scrap) using a color combination of your choice. You’ll enjoy pulling from Lisa’s well-stocked shelves of materials and working in her spacious, open-air studio at your own relaxed pace. Students will complete several, multi-process projects in class. You’ll leave the workshop with a working knowledge of kiln operation, project specific firing guides, an empowered level of confidence and re-inspired artistic creativity.  



What you will do in this workshop: You’ll learn how to select inspiring color palates, design standout art that reflects your own style, work with full sheets of glass in colors of your choice, be encouraged to combine new advanced techniques and complete numerous large-scale pieces of art. And, you’ll leave with an enthusiastic new level of confidence in your flourishing creative talents.
    
What you won’t do in this class: You won’t wait in line to use a tool, bump elbows in a crowded workspace or make boring knick-knacks.  

Here’s what the students are saying about the workshop.

“Lisa is an exemplary educator who is passionate about her craft. She is highly organized and mindful of her student’s strengths and challenges. Best practices of teaching as well as craftsmanship were utilized throughout the workshop. Thank you for igniting my creative spirit to a whole new level.” -JoAnn

“Loved everything about this class.” -Joni

“Great workshop. I learned so much. You were wonderful to work with.” -Erika

“My favorite part about the workshop was the creative flow between the instructor and the participants. Lots of positive feedback and encouragement. Lots of attention to detail.”

“What surprised me about the workshop was how many completed projects we were able to make during the workshop.” 

“My least favorite part about the workshop was having to leave! I loved everything about this intense and interactive workshop.”

“My favorite part of the workshop was using stock glass instead of scrap.”

“What surprised me was that we could work on anything we wanted to and everyone could be working on different projects.” 

“My favorite part of this workshop was making Fire & Ice. What surprised me about this workshop was the amount of projects we accomplished.”


Register online today! Class size is limited to 4! 

 


Upcoming Classes and Webinars

Advanced Glass Fusing
Combine innovate advanced techniques to complete numerous large-scale pieces of art.
May 10-13, 2016
Wesley Chapel, FL

NEW Take it to the Next Level
Take your glass art to the next level through the use of uncommon technique pairings.
June 13-14, 2016
D&L Art Glass Supply, Denver, CO

NEW Breaking Through with Lisa Vogt
Design thoughtful, exhibition quality work in this in-depth 2-day class.
June 15-16, 2016
D&L Art Glass Supply, Denver, CO

Make a Fused Glass Sink Webinar
Lisa will guide you step-by-step through the time-tested processes she uses to make elegant glass sinks.    
May 24, 2016

Fusing with Frit Webinar
Learn how to achieve gradient blends and subtle shading with frit.
July 7, 2016

NEW Upscale Fusing Webinar
Learn how to combine cutting-edge techniques to add dimension and volume to your work.
July 26, 2016
July 28, 2016

NEW Creative Slumping Webinar
Learn how using molds in new ways, offers numerous exciting opportunities to produce unique forms.
August 30, 2016
September 1, 2016
 

Glass Patterns Quarterly Webinar Link