Heritage Trades and Crafts Workshop Program
Glass Art - Leadlighting & Copperfoiling
Leadlighting and copper foiling workshops are conducted by local artist, Lyn Swan.
The term leadlight could be used to describe all windows or panels in which the glass is supported by lead. Leadlighting can only be used for two-dimensional pieces.
In the copperfoiling, the edges of the glass pieces are wrapped with adhesive copper tape, and soldered together along the adjacent copper strips.
Copperfoiling allows for more detailed and three-dimensional pieces, including Tiffany lamps and glass boxes. Copperfoiling is what most people would describe as leadlighting.
All leadlighting and copperfoiling workshops include expert instruction, all materials, and morning/afternoon tea and lunch on all days. All leadlighting and copperfoiling workshops are for participants aged 16 years and older.
To register your interest or for further information call us on +61 (0) 7 4639 1971 or contact us using our online form.
Spectators are welcome at all workshops.
Leadlighting
- 31 October - 1 November 2009 - Beginners
Participants learn the basics techniques and principals of leadlighting including glass and lead cutting, and polishing and soldering, culminating in a completed tulip lead light panel.
Time: 8.00am-4.30pm
Cost: $320 (including GST)
Copperfoiling
- Dates to be set
Like leadlighting, copperfoiling is a decorative glass art form. Copperfoiling allows for more detailed pieces and participants in this workshop will make a buttefly mobile.
Time: 8.00am-4.30pm
Cost: $310
