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In this course students learn to design,,fabricate, and evaluate glass installation. The,course is focused on developing installation,concepts that address space, interaction, and,architecture. Assignments address creating,multiples through basic glassblowing, mold,making, hot casting, coldworking, and gluing. ,Students also learn methods to mount, hang, and,install glass parts. Artistic research and,presentations on contemporary art, design, and,craft inform students’ understanding … Continue reading “DGL-238 GLASS INSTALLATION”

This course builds on the skills learned in Cast,Glass. Advanced students, in addition to trying,new techniques, may pursue self-directed projects. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Take DGL 140

The purpose of this course is to further develop,the basic skills and techniques needed to make a,blown-glass form. Primary skills are reviewed;,additional techniques and projects are explored. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DGL 142

This course will introduce students to a variety,kilnforming approaches to translating 2D design,and drawings into fused, slumped, and cast glass,forms. Students will create a personal body of,work using image oriented techniques such as,photo-sandblast resist, enameling, powder fusing,,emulsion transfer and engraving in decorative,,functional and sculptural pieces. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DGL-142, DGL-170

In this course students engage in research and,ideation exercises to create self directed,projects in glass. Students are guided to develop,narrative and concept in their work and are,encouraged to undertake original research in the,glass fabrication processes and techniques.,Students may choose to work in glassblowing, kiln,forming, coldworking or a combination of multiple,techniques to complete their work. The … Continue reading “DGL-347 ADVANCED GLASS PROJECTS”

This class explores the interaction of color and,pattern through glassblowing techniques. Students,learn traditional techniques for using color,including cane, murrini, color overlays, color,cups, bit applications, and encalmo. Students work,up to developing their own designs and creating,their own unique techniques and color,applications. Students are responsible for,maintaining a sketchbook and giving assigned,presentations throughout the semester. The class,will primarily … Continue reading “DGL-210 GLASSBLOWING COLOR THEORY”

This class focuses on glass as a mediator of,image. Through material and optical,investigations, students will utilize glass as a,screen, filter, and lens. Students learn basic,glass forming techniques and utilize glass objects,as an actor in photography and video, which,results in images, objects, and installations.,Lectures, demonstrations, and critiques, will,encourage students to consider both the technical,and conceptual connections … Continue reading “DGL-213 OPTICS, GLASS AND IMAGE”

This course provides the student with a strong,vocabulary of surface, texture, and patterning,composition. The student is encouraged to,experiment with combinations of decoration. The,course is designed in a skill building and,exploration format that utilizes basic,glassblowing form and techniques. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

This course covers various mold-making techniques,for glass, including sand casting, slumping,,fusing, pate de verre, hot billet casting, etc.,Students explore the unique characteristics of,cast glass in vessels, sculpture and panels. Glass,elements may be made for inclusion with other,materials. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: