Thin Skins: Enamel, Mica, and Irid


The dense color of enamels and metallic shine of micas and iridization all exist as the thinnest of layers on the glass surface - and that's the magic.

This class will teach you a variety of ways of applying enamels and micas - including frisket sifting, air brushing and more. Then you will learn to a variety of sandblasting methods to selectively remove the material (as well as iridization) for some real palette-expanding techniques!

You'll learn about the unique "separating" properties of mica and iridized surfaces and how to use them to your advantage for fantastic effects.

Students will take home a selection of sample tiles to uses as reference pieces for future work and a small finished bowl.


Includes: •  8 hours instruction & work time
•  Glass &supplies to complete class projects
•  Use of necessary tools
•  All kiln firings
•  Unlimited free "studio-time" for class projects

Class Size: 6 students (max)

Tuition: $250   Includes all glass. No tools to buy.

Prequisite: Fused Glass for Absolute Beginners (or equivalent)

Teacher: Paul Tarlow

Sessions Dates Days ♦ Times
THN-010712Jan 7 - Feb 4, 2012Saturdays ♦ 1 PM - 3 PM
(Skip 1/28/2012)