Single Day Beginners Workshop, Make a Mirror Leadlighting, 21st of November

Have you ever been curious on how to make a Stained Glass panel? Come and join us for a single day leadlighting workshop using traditional methods used for over 1000 years.

The day will start at 10am and go till 4-5pm.

We are located in Heidelberg West, full details will be emailed out prior to the workshop

We will provide all of the materials, tools, PPE and designs for the duration of the workshops

We have a number of designs to choose from that are perfect for beginners, some are only slightly more difficult than others.

You will be taught by Jordan Benson who is a Melbourne based artist specializing in contemporary stained glass

Over the day we will cover the basics of:

• Safety Requirements

• Cut glass to a design

• Grind Glass to fit design

• Cut Lead to correct angles and size

• Assemble your Glass Panel

• Solder the lead connection points

• Putty your panel to make it waterproof

• Polish our panel for a nice dark shine

Please keep in mind

Lead can be hazardous, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, we recommend you don't take the course.

The design will be kept simple to ensure we finish within the day.

There is a minimum of 3 people required to run the course.

Knowledge required

very basic coordination

What to bring

• Clothes that you are willing to get dirty

• Closed Shoes

• Long pants and tops with sleeves

• Hair tie if you have long hair