Master Class: Glass Casting I: Relief Sculpture Workshop with Chad Holliday

Glass Casting I: Relief Sculpture Workshop with Chad Holliday

Description:

Join us for a unique and transformative 4-day workshop "Thick & Thin Light & Dark" led by world-renowned glass artist Chad Holliday. This two-weekend course offers a rare opportunity to explore the intricate art of glass casting and relief sculpture.

You will learn how to work with solid transparent forms mastering techniques that showcase the interplay of light and glass. Chad will guide you through every step from turning basic sketches into 3D clay models to creating hand-crafted molds and refining your castings through cold working.

This class is perfect for both beginners and those looking to expand their glass art skills. With Chad's expertise you'll gain hands-on experience in techniques such as:

• Modeling clay and creating 3D sculptures
• Crafting professional molds for kiln firing
• Measuring mold volumes and annealing glass for precision
• Cold working to polish and refine your sculptures

Dates/Time:

• Saturday November 30 2024 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Sunday December 1 2024 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Saturday December 7 2024 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Sunday December 8 2024 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Cost:

$675

Location:

Potekglass

2505 Howard St. NE Studio C

Minneapolis MN 55418

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About the Instructor:

Chad Holliday is an internationally acclaimed glass artist with over 20 years of experience. He has exhibited and taught worldwide including prestigious roles such as Director of Studio Operations at Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Art and a Fulbright Award teaching tenure at the oldest glass school in the world. His work is part of notable collections at The Museum of Glass in Tacoma and The Museum of Applied Arts in Prague.

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