Exploration in Sand Casting
Learn the art of creating sand molds for casting hot glass into solid glass sculptures. Students explore various ways to work with ladle-cast glass, including using graphite blocks...
Class Days: Please make a selection aboveSaturday
Class Time: Please make a selection above1pm-6pm (5 total hours)
Age Group: Ages 16+
Class Code: Please make a selection above1GLB08F24-A
Entry Level Class (No prerequisite required) in Glass Blowing
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