PÂTE DE VERRE WORKSHOP

 

Blue Pate De Verre Bowl

What is Pâte de Verre?

Pâte de Verre is a kiln casting technique that translates to "paste of glass".  Glass frit or powder are mixed with a binder such as gum Arabic, PVA glue or gelatine. Then the glass paste is applied to the inner surface of a negative glass plaster mould. This mould is then fired in the on-site kiln.

You will learn how to

  • Create your own designs on pre-made plaster moulds

  • Mix the glass and binder to make the glass paste and apply to your mould.

How long is the workshop and what is the schedule?

The workshop will run over three hours on selected Saturdays. The schedule of the workshop will include an introduction to the tutor and Pate De Verre technique. The tutor will demo how to create designs on pre-made moulds, and how to mix and apply glass paste to the mould. Student/s will create their own designs and apply glass paste to the moulds. The kiln will be loaded with Final Pieces.

***The kiln firing will take a week - Please note that if the temperature of my studio is above 32 degrees I won't fire the kiln as this can cause issues with the firing and glass may not fire correctly. I will let you know the date of collection if I need to hold off the kiln firing.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is perfect for someone who is new to glass, wants to learn a new glass technique, would like a fun activity to share with friends and/or family, looking for the perfect gift or wants to add a new project to their University application. If you would like to purchase this workshop as a gift, please contact me through the form below for a specialised KPK Gift Card.

How many people can take part in the workshop?

My studio can hold a maximum of four people per workshop.

How much does the workshop cost?

£240 per student for three hour workshop

What is included in the workshop rate?

  • Three moulds - x1 flat hexagon, x1 flat circle x1 flat square

  • Frames for the 'flat' shapes - framing the Pate De Verre flat shapes protects the glass and you can display your creations at home

  • Glass - selection of blue and/or green glass

  • Paste

  • x1 kiln firing

Where will the workshop take place?

The workshop will take place at my studio based in Wimbledon, London. There are easy transport links and free parking is also available.

Payment

If you are interested in taking part in this workshop, please complete the form below and press send when you are finished. Once I have received your email I will confirm workshop dates and include an invoice that must be paid upon receipt.

Cancelling Workshops

All Pâte De Verre Workshops are booked and paid for in advance. If the client/student cancels the workshop two weeks before the workshop takes place, 50% of the workshop fee will be refunded. If the client/student cancels within the two-week window of the workshop taking place no refund will be given.

Tutor Cancelling Workshops

If the tutor needs to cancel the workshop a full refund will be given.

Testimonials

“I have always wanted to work with glass and when I had the chance to take part in this workshop I was very excited. Kira was very informative and very helpful. I love the pieces I made and can’t wait to make more!” - Student, 2018