The Glass Workshop provides courses and facilities comparable with the best glass teaching institutions world wide. Courses aim to prepare students for a career in the visual arts and are offered at both undergraduate, honours and postgraduate levels. With the expertise of its academic staff, advanced technical facilities, and location close to Australia’s national collecting institutions, as part of the ANU Faculty of Arts, the School of Art Glass Workshop provides an excellent environment for study and research.

Initially, undergraduate students are introduced to the Workshop and develop a sound understanding of glass, its processes and techniques. In subsequent semesters students develop their own artistic identity and the technical basis for future work through submitting individual work proposals. In consultation with Workshop staff, final year students select an area of work determined by their experience and interest.

Students receive instruction in all aspects of glass design concepts, manufacture and production. These include glass blowing, lamp working, kiln forming, architectural glass, as well as mould making, finishing, lathe cutting and engraving. Theory is an integral part of the course and through slide lectures, films, seminars, research projects and field trips, students gain an understanding of the historical and contemporary context of glass practice. Progress is monitored through individual tutorials, group critiques and reviews where work is presented to staff and fellow students for critical appraisal.

For further information. Contact: Richard Whiteley.