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Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Art glass work shop

A while ago my children took a art class at a glass studio and we just got our lovely creations back from the firing. Princess had done this once before and enjoyed it so much she wanted to sign up again and do another piece. This time the ladies running the studios agreed to let Little man have a try.

First the kids had to decide on a pattern for the pieces.


Little man chose cars













Princess chose the Phoenix mythical bird












Next they cut out their paper designs.















The children began to use thin pieces of metal to recreate picture design. We had aluminum, brass, copper foil and a few other items to choose from.














The metal foil was then placed between two think pieces of glass.



Princess's before firing

















Little Man's piece before firing













The results after firing



















Princess also made a few smaller pieces to make necklaces.















If you would like to see more of this style of art work you can see our previous projects here.


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12 comments:

  1. Kim23 November 2011 at 11:10

    What amazing learning adventures you create! You are an inspiration, especially to moms who wonder about doing home schooling. Wish my kids were little again!

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  2. asliceofsmithlife23 November 2011 at 12:07

    These are just beautiful! Everyone did an awesome job making their creations! Clicked a vote for you! Happy Thanksgiving! :)

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  3. Maureensk23 November 2011 at 16:13

    It seems like that is a project that the kids have to be very patient for, with how many steps there are in the process. I especially like your daughter's necklace pieces. I think the smaller space actually exhibits the medium better, plus what a wonderful way to make homemade gifts!

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  4. Lavish Bookshelf23 November 2011 at 17:20

    Very cool! I would LOVE to do this. (And I would bring the kids along, too.) LOL! What was the timeline for this project? How long does it take to cut out the metal and for the firing process?

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  5. LeAnn24 November 2011 at 20:44

    As usual another fantastic learning moment for your children. I loved the pictures and the project. You are such a good mother and home school er.
    I love your adventures!

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  6. Angela27 November 2011 at 17:09

    AWESOMENESS!! :]

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  7. Richard28 November 2011 at 08:15

    This is an fantastic learning of your kids, they are so talented.. I love it!


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  8. wdworkman28 November 2011 at 14:41

    I love the necklaces!
    Janet

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  9. stefanie cunnington29 November 2011 at 23:48

    Wow! What a neat project! Thanks for sharing with NOBH.
    Stefanie

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  10. Jennifer1 December 2011 at 12:55

    Those turned out so neat. Very creative!

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  11. i cant decide1 December 2011 at 23:00

    What a neat project!

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