FA 222 - Kiln Casting & Pate de Verre

Institution:

Salem Community College

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Description:

Focuses on the methods by which glass can be cast in a kiln through a variety of traditional and contemporary techniques. Students learn how to cast both solid and hollow forms from a number of positive materials, as well as how to incorporate non-glass materials into their castings. Glass selection and preparation, the fabrication of rubber molds, refractory mold-making and investment options, firing and annealing theory, finishing processes, and presentation choices also are covered. Technical instruction stresses the making of both functional and nonfunctional objects. Finished work and students' conceptual development are evaluated through formal critiques. Prerequisite: FA 220 or written permission of instructor for students not enrolled in glass art program Offered: Spring

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.salemcc.edu

Phone Number:

(856) 299-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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