SPECTACULAR STAINED GLASS - TASTER DAY
SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER, 10:00 AM - 13:00 PM
THE WORKSHOP
Spectacular stained glass with
Lisa Fretwell
Hosted at Sol Creative Foundry
Get to Know Us
Have you ever wondered how glass is made and put together? Here is your chance to try a unique glass technique called ‘copperfoil,’ invented by Louis Comfort Tiffany which revolutionised the way that glass was
made and put together.
Small scale, delicate pieces can be made using this method. You will need a steady hand and patience to learn this technique, but the results will be well worth the effort! You will create a miniature stained-glass piece using clear glass and one colour, plus coloured nuggets if you wish.
What you’ll do
During the first part of the course, we will concentrate upon a colour scheme for this project so that you can make a mini piece using fragments of glass. You will learn all the techniques involved in making this piece in just three hours! The following will be studied during this workshop:
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Introduction to glass techniques
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How to cut glass
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Copperfoil technique
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grinding
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soldering
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Making & attaching hooks
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Health & safety
Who it’s for
No experience needed.
This is a good fit if you:
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want to try something new
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enjoy working with your hands
Materials required for the day
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An apron, which is fabric or plastic coated
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A small wooden or plastic board
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A face mask
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A pair of goggles
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A pair of pliers
What’s included
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Some materials provided
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Tools and guidance
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Tea and coffee
About
Lisa
Having taken an arts degree, and a Master’s in art history, I currently teach Art
History, stained glass, drawing and felt making classes in Cambridgeshire.
Previously, I have exhibited my work in New York, had a touring exhibition
around the UK, and exhibited in Gallery and non-Gallery venues in Hertfordshire,
Leicester, London and Northamptonshire. In recent years, I have showcased my
work in the Cambridge Open Studios events with Cambridge Art Makers in
Linton. I have recently exhibited a few original penguin illustrations with
Art@One in Hemingford Grey.
I was involved in the publishing of a book called ‘Antarctic Atlas,’ in 2020 which
includes my hand drawn illustrations. I sold some original illustrations with
Bonham's Auctioneer's from our book, Antarctic Atlas, at St. Bride's Foundation,
London in June 2023. The new paperback copy will be available to buy as of
September 3 2026.
I have illustrated and edited a new book entitled, 'The Penguin book of penguins' to celebrate the 90th Anniversary of Penguin books, and everything penguin!
Prints and original illustrations are now available to buy.
Quote about our book, below:
‘Beautifully written and illustrated’ Matt Merritt, Editor of Bird Watching.
Alternatively, you can find more details about our new book by following this link:
The Penguin Book of Penguins
Or view some of my Illustrations by watching this short reel!
To see more penguin illustrations,
please visit: https://camopenstudios.org/membership-account/profile/lisa-e-fretwell/