Visiting artist Joseph Cavalieri returns sharing his signature imagery on stained glass techniques, this time with the focus of Berlin icons. You will explore Joseph’s printmaking tactics applied to glass art, while personalizing and manipulating them. You’ll start by choosing an image or two from the choices of custom screens Joseph will bring, print onto your glass, then create an environment and border surrounding the image. The focus does not have to be Berlin icons if you have another subject.


Techniques learned and practiced include airbrushing, pen-and-ink drawing, painting, and of course silk screening. Enamels are painted then kiln-polish-fired onto the surface of the glass, then the glass is soldered together. Let your imagination soar! Expect to make a 12-by-12 inch finished stained glass panel plus samples. Joseph will also demonstrate in class a quick and inexpensive way to frame and light stained glass panels. If you’ve taken Joseph’s class before, there is still more to learn from this innovative artist. Expand your practice and build your skills!

Please bring: if you like to hand paint or pen you own icon or non-icon please bring reference materials or a couple of pencil sketches.