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Introduction To Glass Fusing
These videos are a comprehensive tutorial on the complexity of fused glass divided into nine video lessons. With detailed explanations and examples you will be guided through the process of fusing glass with predictable results. The knowledge gained by this class will help you proceed with confidence in creating your own fused glass pieces.
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Introduction to Fusing
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1- Glass Compatibility
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2- Devitrification
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3- Glass Annealing
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This video discusses the importance of compatibility in order to eliminate breakage and cracking of fused pieces. It explains what can happen when you don't use glass elements with the same COE.
This tutorial gives examples that illustrate what devitrification is, with an explanation of techniques used to prevent it from occurring.
1- Glass Compatibility
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2- Devitrification
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When glass is cooling, it changes from a liquid to a solid. It needs to be held at the annealing point temperature so it can make the transition without breaking. This tutorial shows techniques used to control the kiln so it can properly anneal the glass.
When glass is heated to the liquid point, it can change shape and thickness. Joe shows how to make an assembly so you can control the results.
3- Glass Annealing
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4- Volume Control
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When fusing different layers, air can be trapped between them, creating a bubble. Techniques are explained to help eliminate or control the number and size of the bubbles in this video.
The outcome of a glass assembly can change with temperature and soak times. The test board is composed of a number of assemblies that are built exactly the same. The test board shows how the exact same assembly of glass varies with different firing schedules. Each individual kiln can also change the outcome of a fused project.
5- Bubble Control
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6- Test Board
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There are many different types of glass molds. This tutorial provides an overview of the proper preparation, maintenance, and use of glass fusing molds
7- Molds and Preparation
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This is a demonstration of a practice project. It shows the construction of a small plate using all the techniques previously discussed.
8- Project One
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A demonstration of a larger more complex project provides practice in applying the techniques covered in previous videos.
9- Project Two
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