3-D Jellyfish and Vitirgraph: Making Glass Jellyfish – September 15 – 17, 2023 – Deer Island, Oregon

Description

Treat yourself to a weekend of ART! Marvelous Mosaic offers a one-of-a-kind glass art experience. In this glass jellyfish retreat, you will learn the art of creating beautiful and intricate hanging glass jellyfish using vitrigraph and murrine.
The vitrigraph technique involves melting glass in a kiln and drawing out the molten glass through a small hole in the bottom of the kiln. This creates a long piece of glass that can be shaped and manipulated into different designs. We will pull 3 pots of vitrigraph, demo pulling, and students will have the opportunity to pull. Kory will teach you her inventive ways of creating jellyfish tentacles.

The murrine technique involves creating designs in glass by layering different colors of glass in the vitrigraph pots and pulling cane. The cane is then cut to create circular pieces of glass, which are called murrine. These murrine pieces can then be arranged and fused together. We will use this process to design your own small jellyfish body using murrine, frit, and other glass.

Using these techniques, you will create unique and beautiful hanging glass jellyfish. You will begin by creating the tentacles of the jellyfish using the vitrigraph technique, manipulating the molten glass to create the desired shape and texture. Then, you will use the murrine technique to create the body of the jellyfish, layering and slicing different colors of glass to create a stunning pattern.

Throughout the class, you will receive guidance and instruction from an experienced glass artist who will help you bring your vision to life. By the end of the class, you will have created a one-of-a-kind glass jellyfish sculpture that you can display in your home or give as a beautiful and unique gift.
3 Day breakdown
Friday – Pull vitrigraph and assemble small jellyfish fish body.
Saturday – Learn how to slump jelly bodies using Kory’s special techniques. Learn how to successfully drill holes and get ready to complete your final stages on Sunday.
Sunday – assembly 1 large and 1 small 3-D Jellyfish in the Sky.

*Need to knows*
If you’re staying the night bring hard bottom slippers.
We have basic amenities i.e., hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, pillows, bedding, ear plugs.
Cozy Cove Twin Bunks are built into the walls, they are sturdy, easy to get in and out of and very cozy! Bunks have outlets available.
Stay with us, do not book a hotel, trust us it is to your benefit. Our venue/studio is fabulous, you’ll be amazed.
Flying in? Lodging and transportation can be added to your package. Transportation to and from the airport can be arranged for $75 – $100 each way. Our studio is located about 50 miles from the airport, a 2 hour round trip for our driver. Cab or Uber transportation is either not available or highly costly.
We will have snacks and refreshments available all weekend, there is so much planned! Studio is open till 10 pm. each night, instruction available till 5 pm.
Marvelous Mosaic Fine Art’s studio is unlike any other, located inside a 2000 sq. ft. gymnasium, offering an inviting artistic atmosphere. Breakfast is included Friday if you stay Thursday night.
*A $75 fee will be added to your bill at time of stay for meals, this includes 2 breakfast, 2 lunches and 2 dinners. We are not near any food establishments and discussions are held at meal time. Also includes venue costs, such as; paper products, coffee, etc.
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*Please note there is a dog in the house where 2 Private rooms are located, no pets in shared studio.
*All reservations are final; you will have to option to reschedule within 6 months if you must cancel for an unforeseen reason. Cancelations within 45 days, your spot must be filled to receive full credit, partial credit will be given. Cancel 15 days prior for any reason you will forfeit your credit. Final payments must be received 30 days prior to the event.