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The Most Common Techniques to Produce Glass Art
By Justyna Bialas of Glamorous Glass
There is a number of techniques which are used when producing artistic glass products. Here are some of the most common ones:
1) Blowing: blown glass is the most known and appreciated among various types of glass. Glass blowing is an art which involves a glassblower working at a furnace where molten glass is located. Using metal rods and hand tools, he/ she blows and shapes any form of glass.
2) Kiln-casting: this technique involves an artist making a mould out of refractory, sand, or plaster and silica. It is then filled with clear, coloured or patterned glass. The furnace or a kiln is used.
3) Fusing, slumping: glass is only heated to such a degree which allows to impress a shape or texture onto the piece or to stick a few pieces of glass together without using glue.
4) Flame working: the artist works at a bench. By using rods and tubes of glass, he/ she shapes glass with hand tools to create a piece of art. The most common glass objects are vessels such as bowls, glass vases, bottles, paperweights, beads, sculptures and installation art.
Justyna Bialas is a Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Glamorous Glass, an online store offering European glass products such as glass vases, table centerpieces, bowls, plates, and more. Visit us today and find unique pieces of home decor or exceptional gifts for every occasion.
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I am a flameworker with no time lately, but I live near Corning Museum of Glass and glass has my heart. I love visiting and seeing the amazing exhibits. Sometimes I catch a show on TV with one of their glass artisans. Their work and techniques are stunning.
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Yes, as you can see we love glass as well:) It's amazing what can be done with this material. Cheers!
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