
Discover the creative potential of recycled glass in this hands-on introduction to glass casting.
Using reclaimed bottle glass, you'll learn the lost wax casting process while creating your own unique cast glass tile. Explore wax modelling, mould making and kiln casting, and discover how everyday bottles can be transformed into beautiful, lasting artworks.
Suitable for beginners and those with glass experience alike. Recycled bottle glass is provided, or you're welcome to bring your own.
Workshop includes:
• All materials and recycled glass
• Kiln firing and finishing
• 10am–4pm
• Maximum of 3 participants
Cost: $300
Nestled in the Whanganui countryside, Re-Storyz is Carmen Simmonds' working glass studio where small groups can slow down, get creative and learn new skills. Expect plenty of hands-on making, good conversation and, more often than not, a slice of homemade cake.