Welcome to our summer school. A creative exploration of colour, texture, and transformation
Discover how glass can express the powerful contrasts of fire and ice in this five day course designed for both beginners and practising artists. From warm, flowing colour to cool, crystalline stillness, you’ll explore how these elemental forces can be translated into glass through hands on experimentation and guided studio play.

Throughout the week, you’ll work with a range of glassmaking techniques, including engraving, copper foiling, kiln forming, colour exploration, and small sculptural studies. You’ll investigate texture, translucency, bubbles, cracks, surface mark making, and the many ways glass can shift between movement and stillness.

The course offers a relaxed, supportive environment where you can take creative risks, follow your instincts, and enjoy learning alongside others. Whether you’re new to glass or expanding your artistic practice, this week invites exploration, discovery, and fresh ways of thinking through materials.

NOTE: The glass will be kiln fired; you may need to come back at an agreed time to collect your finished work.
We are not using lampwork techniques on this course.

Cost: £222 (full fee), £147 (reduced fee)
Location: Granville Park Centre, 100 Granville Park, Lewisham, SE13 7DU
Time: Monday - Friday 10am-3pm