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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
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