In
celebration of Fall, I’m sharing a fun little fellow who dropped into my
studio. He’s a bright and cheerful guest who is sure to add a bright glow to your
seasonal festivities.
Hoot the Owl Pattern 6" x 6"
Grind
the glass for a better fit.
Cut the twisted cane to size.
Tack
the cut glass to the clear base with fusers glue.
Full
fuse using the guide provided below.
Slump
the fused glass over a mold using the guide provided below.
Glue
the fused glass to a candle shelter with E6000.
Place
a candle inside, light it up and enjoy!
Check
out Hoot the Owl how-to video here
Twisted Cane www.twistedcane.com
Sconce Slumping
Mold 10” x 9” x 4”
Better
Homes Candle Shelter 4.875 x 4.875 x 5.25
Pillar
Candle 3” x 3”
Fusers Glue
E6000 Adhesive
Technique tips:
Be
sure to clean all your glass with water and dry it with a towel before
assembling the project.
When
assembling the project, use the smallest amount of glue possible. It’ll burn
off without leaving any residue.
Fusing Guide
Segment
1: Ramp 300 F/hr to 1300 and hold 30 min.
Segment
2: Ramp 500F/hr to 1465 and hold 10 min.
Segment
3: Ramp 9999(AFAP*) to 960 and hold 40 min.
Segment
4: Cool to room temperature.
*As
fast as possible
Slumping Guide
Segment
1: Ramp 300 F/hr to 1265 and hold 10 min.
Segment
2: Ramp 9999(AFAP*) to 960 and hold 40 min.
Segment
3: Cool to room temperature.
*As
fast as possible
NOTE:
Kilns fire differently. Test fire these guides in your kiln and then make
adjustments as needed.
Special
Thanks
Skutt
Ceramic Products www.skutt.com
Twisted
Cane www.twistedcane.com
Happy Fusing!
Lisa
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Upcoming
Webinars and Classes
Join me for more exciting tips and techniques!
NEW Fusing
for the Adventurous Webinar
September 5, 2017
Get
ready to push boundaries, challenge trusted techniques and enjoy the thrill of
limitless possibilities. Join glass artist Lisa Vogt in this comprehensive
hands-on webinar and learn how easily you can put tried and true methods to use
in unlikely, innovative ways to create original art. You’ll learn how to
successfully employ different techniques to produce dramatic effects and take your
work to an exciting, new level of sophistication.
NEW Fusing
for the Adventurous Webinar
September 7, 2017
Fusing
with Frit Webinar
October 26, 2017
Creative
Slumping Webinar
January 18, 2018
Upcoming
Workshop
Hands-on Workshop
Take charge of your artistic future! Attend an intense advanced skill building workshop, learn new techniques and gain the confidence to go bigger and do more.
Hands-on Workshop
Take charge of your artistic future! Attend an intense advanced skill building workshop, learn new techniques and gain the confidence to go bigger and do more.
Advanced Glass Fusing with Lisa Vogt
February 6 - 9, 2018
Personalized Instruction, 4-Day, Hands-on Workshop
Lisa’s Private Studio, Wesley Chapel, FL
Register here.
http://www.lisavogt.net/products.aspx?id=477
What makes this class different?
You will love the concentrated, in-depth study and creative momentum you’ll gain while actively producing, nonstop for four consecutive days. You’ll leave class with a working knowledge of kiln operation, custom project specific firing guides, and the inspiration you’ve been craving to go bigger and do more!
Its hard-core fusing in a nurturing, relaxed environment.
In this class, you will push the boundaries art glass imposes. Students explore innovative approaches to design and combine multiple advanced techniques to construct original art that reflects your own personal style. You’ll enjoy: the one-on-one instruction, making large scale projects, the well-equipped classroom, and the intimate class size.
This is the turning point experience you’ve been waiting for.
You will love the concentrated, in-depth study and creative momentum you’ll gain while actively producing, nonstop for four consecutive days. You’ll leave class with a working knowledge of kiln operation, custom project specific firing guides, and the inspiration you’ve been craving to go bigger and do more!
Its hard-core fusing in a nurturing, relaxed environment.
In this class, you will push the boundaries art glass imposes. Students explore innovative approaches to design and combine multiple advanced techniques to construct original art that reflects your own personal style. You’ll enjoy: the one-on-one instruction, making large scale projects, the well-equipped classroom, and the intimate class size.
This is the turning point experience you’ve been waiting for.
Seats
are limited. So, don’t delay. Register here http://www.lisavogt.net/products.aspx?id=477
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