Practical projects to undertake, technical information, and some of the best examples of kiln formed glass from contemporary artists are all provided in this comprehensive guide
Aimed at both novice and experienced glass artists, this guide explaining the techniques involved in this stimulating method of glass making truly captures the excitement of working with glass. Practical instruction is accompanied by striking visual images of kiln-formed glass by established glass artists, and unique snapshots of some of their own making processes are included. The technical aspects of glass that are detailed include its physical characteristics, compatibility, and annealing issues. Material and equipment questions are answered in an exploration of the wide array of glass materials and tools available. Several techniques are given detailed analysis—fusing, slumping, kiln casting, and pâte de verre—as is an in-depth look at the lost wax technique for kiln casting glass. Step-by-step guides to completing projects are presented with practical information and firing guides; and further and more advanced kiln forming methods are showcased to extend creativity and skills.
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| Acknowledgements |
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| Introduction |
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1 A Short History of Glass |
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2 Technical Aspects of Glass |
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3 Materials and Equipment |
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8 Further Mould-Making and Kiln Techniques |
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9 Cold-Working and Finishing |
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| Appendix 1 Health and Safety |
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| Appendix 2 Firing Schedules |
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| Appendix 3 Problems and Troubleshooting |
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| Appendix 4 Alternative Mould Recipes |
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| Resources |
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| Bibliography and Further Reading |
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| Glossary |
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| Index |
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Helga Watkins-Baker is a practising glass artist. She trained in architectural stained glass, undertook postgraduate studies in kiln techniques for glass at Central St Martin's College, London, and an MA in Glass at Wolverhampton University, specialising in kiln forming. She has served as chairperson of the Contemporary Glass Society, curated major exhibitions of South-West England glass makers and also worked as a freelance glass consultant. She has completed numerous private and public commissions in glass. In 2000 Helga co-founded the Liquid Glass Centre in Wiltshire, where she continues to teach kiln techniques for glass. It has been her experience of teaching kiln forming to many new and established glass devotees which has provided the inspiration for this book.
