Glass

Practice and Aims of the Studio

Glass develops contemporary object and design concepts and technical skills including glass blowing, casting, slumping, fusing and coldworking glass.

The Glass studio focuses on designing and making objects with the goal of establishing and developing a contemporary visual practice through research, experimentation and an acquisition of skills. Each studio member is encouraged to realise the wide applications of glass in their work and the possibilities of resolving their ideas using the most appropriate materials and processes available.

Professional academic staff encourage self-directed learning, which is combined with the support of regular personal tutorials and the added stimulation of visiting artists and designers.

Studio Facilities

Glass students have access within the studio to an excellent hot glass and casting facility and fully equipped mould making and kiln rooms. There are flame working and sandblasting areas provided and a comprehensive range of cutting, grinding, engraving and polishing equipment.