Helios Fused Glass -Austin, Texas

Slumping, Draping and Shaping


The second part of our introductory trilogy focuses on adding shape to your glass.

You'll learn about how kilns work, basic firing schedules, and how to program a kiln for the desired results - including multiple methods for using the heat of the kiln to turn a flat piece of glass into a three dimensional object.

The primary class projects will be a slumped bowl, a handkerchief vase, and a "drop-out" vessel – all that you design and create using multiple firings.


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

Class Size: • 8 students (max)

Tuition: • $150  Includes all glass. No tools to buy.

Upcoming Sessions

Sessions Dates Days ♦ Times Instructor
SHP 082708 Aug 27 - Sept 17 Wednesdays ♦ 1 - 3 PM Helios Staff
SHP 102508 Oct 25 - Nov 22 Saturdays ♦ 10 AM - Noon Helios Staff
SHA 102808* Oct 28 - Nov 25 Tuesdays ♦ 7 - 9 PM Helios Staff
SHP 120208 Dec 2 - Dec 23 Tuesdays ♦ 7 - 9 PM Helios Staff

*These sessions are offered through the Austin Museum of Art but are held at Helios Kiln Glass Studio (map).


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