Glass Patterns Quarterly Magazine Winter 2010 Description
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Perfect For Every Skill Level
Each issue of Glass Patterns Quarterly has over a dozen full-size patterns, materials listings, glass color suggestions, and color photos of completed projects. Using the full color step-by-step instructions you can create projects in many types of glass art, from stained glass to mosaics to fusing and flameworking! With the pattern pull-outs, variety of projects and wealth of information, each issue is an excellent value.
Winter 2010 Patterns and Projects Include:
Letter from the Editor
by Maureen James
Taking a look at the importance of sharing art with the world. Artists are special people, and in the current economic environment in particular, the art that they share is important to the health and well-being of us all. Glass Patterns Quarterly is happy to be part of the process that allows them to share their ideas and techniques to keep the glass arts alive and well.
The Creative Breath
by Dr. Linda Seger featuring the Glass Art of TR Biddle
Understanding the importance of the quiet moments of inspiration that lead up to the creation of art. The Spirit of Creation hovers over artists as they experience their moments of waiting. Then the rhythm of the process begins, and inspiration leads hands, hearts, and minds to create something tangible that embodies that inspiration. An introduction to TR Biddle and his art is also included in this article.
Gallery of Glass
Showcasing the Designs of Sixteen Outstanding Glass Artists
Twenty-six stunning examples of everything from panels to pendants in stained and fused glass. The vast ideas and techniques available to glass artists are evident in this collection of beautiful and innovative pieces.
Learning the Basics of Glass Art – An Introduction to Stained Glass
by Lauren Hembree with Designs by Jan Patten
A 6-1/4" x 6-1/4" hummingbird panel created using tips and techniques discovered in a beginner class. Lauren, a high school senior and beginning glass hobbyist, shares the knowledge, experiences, and insights into creating in glass art that she learned while attending a beginner glass class. The hummingbird panel that she created is featured in this article, and the pattern and glass color suggestions are included with the issue. This project was constructed using the copper foil technique.
Treasure Chest – An Introduction to Stained Glass Boxes
Design by Randy Wardell
A 6-5/8" x 4 5/8" x 4-5/8" small hinged box with half-barrel top. Strips of glass and two half-circle pieces are measured and cut with the aid of the Morton Portable Glass Workshop. They are then assembled to form the top and bottom of the box, small feet are attached to the bottom corners, and the hinge is attached to complete the treasure chest. This project was constructed using the copper foil technique.
Penguins
Design by Terra Parma
A 20" x 28" stained glass icy outdoor panel featuring a penguin pair watching over their baby. The panel from Terra Parma is brought to life through the careful selection of glass, especially in depicting the coldness of the ice and the shimmer of the arctic sky. This project was constructed using the copper foil technique.
Dance Class
Design by Jody Sheppard and Jonathan Sheppard
A 9" x 10-1/4" stained glass panel featuring three ballerinas preparing for dance class. This panel, which is included in the mother-and-son book, The Dance of Life, is one of nineteen panels included in that volume. The selection of glass and careful attention to the parts of the sheet from which the pattern pieces are cut help to give life and texture to the costume skirts as well as the ballerinas' hair. The choice of background color helps to make the girls stand out and provides a nice finishing touch to the panel. This project was constructed using the copper foil technique.
Kokeshi on a Snowy Day
Design by Leslie Gibbs
A 9" x 11" stained glass panel featuring a delicate Japanese Kokeshi doll. A dimensional surface fuse is applied to the glass that is used to depict the falling snow, and the branches in the foreground are created with solder fill. The details for the face are added with hobby paint. This project was constructed using the copper foil technique.
Frit-Painted Accent Mirror from Frittin' Around™
Design by Cheryl Crane and Margaret Greene
A 6" x 6" contemporary fused mirror frame created using frit painting techniques. Squirt glass and frit are used to fill in the geometric design elements and are then fused to finish. The project is completed by installing a small mirror in the frame for display.
Victorian Door Panels – Enjoying the Challenge of Working in Opalescent Glass
Designs by Randolph Raum
A set of variations for Victorian door panels featuring the use of opalescent glass. Designs from Action Bevel are used as the basis for these windows, which are created using opalescent glass instead of the more traditional use of a range of clear glass textures and bevels. The strict ornamental design provides a good framework for taking advantage of the abstract, painterly qualities of the opalescent glass. This project can be constructed using lead or copper foil techniques.
Molded Glass Knobs
Design by Stephanie O'Toole
Using molds to create 1-1/4" fused glass knobs that don't require drilling or expensive hardware. The mold cavities of these knob molds from Creative Paradise Inc., are filled with frit, stringers, rod pieces, and other compatible scraps of glass, which makes it possible for glass artists to plan variegated colors and designs for the finished knobs. Nichrome posts are included with the molds to leave a space for inserting a threaded anchor for installation.
The Kiln Corner – Solving Controller Error Messages
by Arnold Howard
Information for troubleshooting problems with glass kilns. In this installment, Arnold provides answers to reader questions regarding tips for dealing with error messages that appear on kiln displays. Topics for this issue include whether a message is indicating a serious problem that requires immediate attention, problems with cooling rates for various kilns, and firing a kiln in very cold weather.
Making Glass Cabochons
Design by Dinah Ihle
A set of 1" x 1-1/4" fused cabochons decorated with flat glass, stringers, and frit remnants. This project offers a great way to use up the scrap glass that collects in every artist's studio. Dams are made from pieces of kiln shelf, a piece of glass is cut to the desired size, and the glass is decorated with the scraps of glass plus silver foil or copper foil pieces. The decorated glass is then fired and cut into cabochon-size pieces, which are polished on a flat lap, then fire-polished to finish.
Horned Owl
Design by Terra Parma
A 20-1/2" x 16" stained glass nighttime panel of a perched owl. This panel is made more realistic by carefully matching the areas on the sheets of glass to capture nuances of color and shading. It's particularly important when depicting the feathers for the owl's body, wings, and tail, as well as the branches of the tree. This project was constructed using the copper foil technique.
Also check this issue for favorite regular features on New Products, New Books and Patterns, What's Hot, Industry News, and full-size patterns available only from GPQ.
While supplies last. Projects in the additional images are from this issue of the magazine, featuring the art of Jan Patten, Randy Wardell, Leslie Gibbs, Dinah Ihle and Darlene Welch.
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