"Images In Glass" for Fusing
A great way to introduce images to fused glass. The Rayzist Photomask system combined with enamels allows amazing detail in line and one color photographs to fused glass. Create multi layer effects for unlimited effects!
Class Features
- Images In Glass Introduction
- Images In Glass Fusing Workshop
Day One
In this workshop you will learn how to convert images into line screens, make your own photomasks with the Rayzist Letralite UV Exposure Light, application to glass, sandblasting images, inking and preparing to fuse at home. (you will create images on glass to take home and fuse)
Day Two
The first day is described above and the second day (in the glass studio) will be building your three to four layered collage pieces, damming and putting in the big kiln to fire. The studio day will also include "fusing deep" firing schedules and a hands on demonstration of diamond saw cutting and wet grinding "cold-working" techniques to make beautiful finished edges. (they will be shipped to you via priority mail when cooled)
Workshops are in North County San Diego , at Rayzist Photomask and nearby at Susan Hirsch's glass studio.
Workshop Curriculum
Day One
1. Photoshop Demonstration
- Optimizing Photos
- Creating Line Screens
- Scanning Artwork
- Creating Effects On Your Computer
2. Reviewing Samples Using:
- Photomasks
- Inks In Fused Glass
- Multiple Layers of Images
- Text and Line
3. Making A Photomask
- Exposing An Image
- Washing Out Film
- Hands-on With Exposure Unit
- Hands-on Washing Out A Mask
4. Laying Out Multi-Layered Designs
- Screened photo images
- Text
- Line art
5. Application of Photomask
- Applying Photomask
- Photomask Removal
6. Rayzist Sandblasters Systems
- System Demonstration
- Hands-on blasting
7. Removal of the Photomasks
- Cleaning up glass
- Prepping for inking
8. Inks and Enamels Application
- Drying
- Scraping
- Final Prep for Tack Fusing Layers
9. Explanation of Firing Schedules
- Tacking and fusing multiple layers
- Prep and dam for fusing thick work
- Handouts with detailed instructions
Day Two
Fire Fusion Studio - Susan Hirsch
- Choosing and cutting additional glass for color layers
- Assembling collages and discussion on additions to compositions
- Cleaning and prepping for firing
- Cutting fiber for dams and prepping kiln
- Damming work in the kiln for thick fusing
- Reviewing firing schedules for thick glass
- Demonstration and discussion of cold working techniques including cutting thick glass with a diamond saw, wet grinding and polishing.
Fired projects will be mailed to students
2019 Class Schedule
March 16th & 17th, 2019May 11th & 12th, 2019- Oct 5th & 6th, 2019
- Nov 16th & 17th, 2019
Rayzist Photomask, Inc. reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes as needed.
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Register Today!Additional Information
Availability: Please contact one of our customer service representatives at (800)729-9478.
Cost:
$400.00 per person
Hours:
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Terms: 50% deposit, 50% received 10 days prior to workshop.
Cancellations: Must be made 10 days prior to workshop date or a $150.00 cancellation fee will apply.
Lodging:
Towne Place Marriott - Vista, CA
760-216-6010
La Quinta Inn - Vista, CA
760-727-8180
Residence Inn - San Marcos, CA
760-591-9828
Directions:
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Location: Located in beautiful North San Diego County.
Day 1:
Rayzist Photomask, Inc.955 Park Center Dr.
Vista, CA 92081-8312
800-729-9478
Day 2:
Fire Fusion Studio - Susan Hirsch968 E Rancheros Drive, Suite S,
San Marcos, CA 92069
858-663-5701
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Photoshop Demo
Working with Photoresist Film
Hands-On Sandcarving
Working with Layers
