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The Glass Studio at Monash University has offered courses in glass art since the mid 70's making it the oldest tertiary glass studio in Australia. It continues to run the only degree course in Victoria within the Department of Fine Arts, Faculty of Art & Design.
The purpose designed studio remains one of the most uniquely situated studios in the world, residing atop a seven story building with panoramic views of Melbourne and the surrounding suburbs. Monash carries with it a reputation for excellence in expert tuition. As a result, numerous graduates from these courses are successfully practicing artists both nationally and internationally.
Stage 1: Glass Blowing
This course, taught by Sue Palmieri, is intended for beginners who have little or no experience with molten glass. Emphasis will be placed on the skills necessary to complete simple paperweights and blown vessels.
| Day: |
Saturday |
| Time: |
9am - 4pm (lunch 12- 1pm) |
| Dates: |
14th June, 21st June , 28th June & 5th July |
| Cost: |
$575.00 |
All materials will be supplied.
Stage 2: Glass Blowing - Decoration
A follow up to Stage 1, this course will focus on decorative techniques with the ability to create multiple effects. Class numbers will be kept to a minimum to ensure the tutor, Sue Palmieri, can provide special attention to each student.
| Day: |
Sunday |
| Time: |
9am - 4 pm (lunch 12 - 1pm) |
| Dates: |
15th June, 22nd June, 29th June & 6th July |
| Cost: |
$650.00 |
All materials will be supplied.
Fusing & Slumping
Learn how to make a collection of small fused and slumped glass bowls, platters and fused glass jewellery. We will cover glass cutting, firing schedules, loading of kilns, slumping, finishing techniques, sandblasting and engraving.
| Day: |
Saturday |
| Time: |
1pm - 5pm |
| Dates: |
14th June & 21st June |
| Cost: |
$330.00 |
All materials will be supplied. Student are to bring safety glasses, thin leather gloves, pen, sketchbook and ruler.
All courses will be held at Monash University
Department of Fine Arts, Glass Studios, Level 7, Building B
900 Dandenong Road, Caulfield East, Victoria
NB: If you are unable to attend the course, please inform us in writing at least two weeks prior to the course commencement date. In the event of a course being cancelled due to lack of numbers, you will be advised by telephone no later than five working days prior to scheduled commencement date and be provided with a full refund.
To register complete the registeration form and mail to:
Monash University
Department of Fine Arts
PO Box 197
Caulfield East VIC 3145
Tel: 03 9903 2706
Fax: 03 9903 2759
Email: adori.bubble@artdes.monash.edu.au
Download Glass Art Short Courses registeration form (pdf 3.8mb)
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