CREATING DIMENSION – LIVE WORKSHOPS

Want to create thick glass panels that have great dimension and depth?

 

In this 5-day Master Class, I will teach you how to apply enamel to glass layers, then stack and fuse these layers into solid panels. Topics covered include:

 

  • design and image selection
  • composition and layout
  • maximizing the sense of depth and dimension in your work
  • discussion of enamels and how they respond to fusing temperatures
  • painting medium and tools
  • how to mix and apply enamels
  • fusing schedules
  • bubble control
  • kiln loading instructions
  • finishing techniques
  • plus, I now include a special unit describing everything abut my fog techniques

 

The emphasis of this workshop is on the processes involved in creating thick panels that include great dimension. It is not primarily a painting workshop, however many painting tips and techniques are also provided. Although drawing and painting experience is helpful, it is not required. Prior kiln-work experience is helpful.

 

Students will complete several initial exercises and 2 complete projects during this class, and are encouraged to choose and bring to the class printed images for compositions they would like to use for these projects. Important image selection guidelines will be provided prior to class.

2022 ONLINE TEACHING SCHEDULE

 

In my Creating Dimension Online Masterclass, I’ll teach you how to make beautiful, painted thick panels that include great depth and dimension.

 

Two sessions are scheduled in early 2022:

 

  • Session 1 starts January 24 and ends January 28, 2022
  • Session 2 starts March 14 and ends March 18, 2022

 

The course fee is $995, which includes all materials.
You are asked to bring a respirator, dust mask, or a cloth mask while working with powders.  Paintbrushes are provided, but feel free to bring yours if you have a favorite set.

 

These workshops will all be held in my home studio at the Coachella Valley Art Center, in Indio, California.   We are situated in the Coachella Valley, a desert location that is a very popular tourist area during the winter, with daytime temperatures usually in the upper 60s to the lower 80s.  Travel information can be found here.

 

To reserve your seat, contact Paul Messink (via email at Paul@PaulMessink.com).  A $500 deposit holds your seat in the class, with the balance due on the first day of class.  Class hours at 9am to 5pm Monday thru Thursday, and 9am to about 2pm on Friday.  You must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to attend.  For everyone’s safety, class sizes are small and students are not seated close together.

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TESTIMONIALS

  • "I really enjoyed your class this week. I've been working to achieve depth in my work for a while now and your layering technique will be very helpful. I also appreciate the in-depth discussions and demonstrations for working with enamels, as I have never painted with enamels before this week. Thanks so much for sharing so many of your helpful hints (such as "brush haircuts") and techniques with us during class. I'm looking forward to practicing and adapting some of the techniques you taught to my current style of work."

    - B. B.

  • "I really enjoyed your class. I thought you were well prepared and that you knew the material. When I attend classes, I find that I not only learn about the specific technique that is the subject of the class, but I also learn a great deal of other information about working with glass. You were not only knowledgeable about your specific subject matter, but had great information about glass in general, including suggestions for firing schedules."

    - T. C.

  • "Paul is an exceptional instructor and a kind person. He is sharing, very knowledgeable, and detailed regarding his artistic glass methods."

    - A. P.