How to build images using fused glass?

In this course, Narcissus uses a systematic approach to help students understand how the glass behaves when you use clear underneath or build your image directly on the shelf. 

He then focuses on how to use each kind of glass when building images: Frit, Powder, Rods, Stringers, etc. And the use of Enamel to enhance your graphics.

Finally, he goes hands-on building organic images using all the techniques discussed, as he takes time to discuss in-depth each of his decisions and how they affect the result of the final artwork. 

Zoom Sessions Calendar

The Class includes a Welcome Session, and 3 LIVE Sessions to Discuss the Techniques and Ask Questions.

  • Welcome Session

    Zoom Session on August 16th, 2022 at 9:00 AM Pacific time.

  • 3 LIVE Sessions with Q&A

    Zoom Sessions on September 13th, October 11th, and November 22th, 2022 at 9:00 AM Pacific time.

  • The Narcissus Post

    Narcissus will be doing pre-recorded video posts to address questions and comment on the group progress in between LIVE Sessions.

All Zoom Monthly Sessions are scheduled on a Tuesday at 9:00 AM, Pacific time

August 16, September 13, October 11, and November 22, 2022.

9:00 AM Los Angeles

10:00 AM Denver

11:00 AM Chicago

12:00 AM New York

5:00 PM London

6:00 PM Berlin

What's Included in this Course?

This twelve-week course, covers more than 40 ways how artists can use fusing to make glass imagery.

  • Detailed Video Explanations on the phylosophy and the technical aspects behind each exercise

  • Full Access to all the recordings*

  • Zoom Welcome Session with Narcissus, to set the right mindset and work plan to make the most of this 3-month process.

  • Access to 3 LIVE 90 min. Zoom Sessions with Narcissus with time for discussion and Q&A.**

  • Narcissus Video Posts with commentary on the students' progress and most common questions.

  • Private Facebook Group to post your progress and get in touch with the community.

Detailed Video Lessons

  • Detailed Explanations

    Each demonstration is explained in detail and accompanied by commentary designed to get more familiar with the process and its possibilities.

  • Pre-Recorded Exercises

    You get full access to the pre-recorded videos so you can pause and review every detail of the described exercise. The content is gradually delivered to give you time to focus and master each step.

  • Mindset

    Insightful commentary to gain a better understanding of glass, and its behavior. And how to use it to your advantage.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the course!

    • How to use this course

    • INTRODUCTION: Making an Image

    • Before we begin...

    • Your Welcome Session Replay | From August 16th, 2022 at 9:00 AM

    • Bonus! Welcome Session Replay | From August 17th, 2022 at 5:00 PM

    • Bonus! Welcome Session | From August 18th, 2022 at 9:00 AM

    • Don't Forget to join and Post in the Private Facebook Group!
  • 2

    Firing Up the Kiln

    • Narcissus and Quentin talk about How to Fire Up the Kiln

    • How to Fire Sliders

    • Bullseye Glass Useful Info & Resources

    • How to use Fuse Master "Super Spray"
  • 3

    Images Fired on Clear VS Fired without Clear

    • Introduction to Clear VS No Clear

    • Demo 1: Rods & Stringers on Clear Base

    • Demo 1: Rods & Stringers without Clear Base

    • Demo 1: Rods & Stringers Review

    • Demo 2: Bent Stringers on Clear Base

    • Demo 2: Bent Stringers without Clear Base

    • Demo 2: Bent Stringers & Confetti Review

    • Demo 3: Organic Image on Clear Base

    • Demo 3: Organic Image without Clear Base

    • Demo 3: Organic Image Review

    • Demo 4: Cut Glass & Scraps on Clear Base

    • Demo 4: Cut Glass & Scraps without Clear Base

    • Demo 4: Cut Glass & Scraps Review

    • Demo 5: Frit Brushstroke on Clear Base

    • Demo 5: Frit Brushstroke without Clear Base

    • Demo 5: Frit Brushstroke Review

    • Demo 6: Powder on Clear Base

    • Demo 6: Powder without Clear Base

    • Demo 6: Powder Review

    • Demo 7: Confetti on Clear Base

    • Demo 7: Confetti without Clear Base

    • Demo 7: Bent Stringers & Confetti Review

    • Don't forget to leave comments and publish some work on the FB Private Group

    • The Narcissus Post

    • RELAX AND ENJOY: Next Lessons will be Gradually Released...
  • 4

    LIVE SESSION | September 13th, 2022 at 9:00 AM, L.A. time

    • Your LIVE Session Replay | From September 13th, at 9:00 AM Pacific

    • Bonus! LIVE Session Replay | From September 14th, at 5:00 PM Pacific

    • Bonus! LIVE Session Replay | From September 15th, at 9:00 AM Pacific

  • 5

    FIRST CHALLENGE / EXPERIMENT

    • Samples Assignment
  • 6

    Exploring the Image-Making Materials

    • Powder Demo 1

    • Powder Demo 2

    • Powder Demo 3

    • Powder Demo 4

    • Powder Demo 5

    • Powder Demo 6

    • Powder Demo 7

    • Powder Demo 8

    • Powder Demo 9

    • Powder Demo 10

    • Rafael Cauduro

    • Suzuki Roshi

    • Frit Demo 1

    • Frit Demo 2

    • Frit Demo 3

    • Cut Glass

    • Don't forget to leave comments and publish some work on the FB Private Group

    • The Narcissus Post
  • 7

    LIVE SESSION | October 11th, 2022 at 9:00 AM, L.A. time

    • Your LIVE Session Replay | From October 11th, at 9:00 AM Pacific

    • Bonus! LIVE Session Replay | From October 12th, at 5:00 PM Pacific

    • Bonus! LIVE Session Replay | From October 13th, at 9:00 AM Pacific
  • 8

    NEW! SECOND CHALLENGE / EXPERIMENT

    • Making an Image
  • 9

    Building an Image

    • Line Demo 1

    • Line Demo 2

    • Line Demo 3

    • Line Demo 4

    • Line Demo 5

    • Line Demo 6

    • Enamel with Indre

    • Enamel as an Aide to Fusing

    • Intro to Flower Designs

    • Flower Designs Demo 1

    • Flower Designs Demo 1 Next Steps

    • Flower Designs and Premades

    • Flower Designs Demo 2

    • Flower Designs Demo 3

    • Flower Designs Demo 4

    • The Intuitive Process of Painting with Glass

    • Flower Designs Demo 5

    • Flower Designs Demo 6

    • Flower Designs Demo 7

    • Flower Designs Demo 8

    • Flower Designs Demo 9

    • Flower Designs Demo 10

    • Flower Designs Demo 11

    • Flowers Final Review

    • Don't forget to leave comments and publish some work on the FB Private Group

    • The Narcissus Post
  • 10

    LIVE SESSION | November 22nd at 9:00 AM, L.A. time.

    • Your LIVE Session Replay | From November 22nd, 2022 at 9:00 AM, L.A. time

    • Bonus LIVE Session Replay | From November 23rd, 2022 at 9:00 AM, L.A. time

    • Bonus! LIVE Session Replay | From November 23rd, 2022 at 5:00 PM, L.A. time
  • 11

    Bonus: What's on Narcissus Light Table...

    • On Narcissus Light Table...

    • Your Bonus Session Replay: Now it’s time you share your light table plans with me… | December 6th, 2:00 PM Pacific time.

    • Extra Bonus Session Replay: Now it’s time you share your light table plans with me… | December 16th, 2:00 PM Pacific time.
  • 12

    Bonuses & More Resources for You!

    • Please Join the Private Facebook Group!

Details

  • Fully Online Platform

    Immediately after enrolling you will receive an email with your login details to access the pre-recorded lessons and exercises.

  • Release Dates and LIVE Sessions

    The course is broken down into manageable modules, designed to accelerate your learning process. Chapters will be released gradually to give you time to try each exercise and learn the philosophy behind them.

  • LIVE Sessions, Discussion and Q&A

    Narcissus will open each LIVE Session with a commentary about the techniques and then will allow the class to ask questions and comment. Zoom is a great tool to accomplish this purpose. We highly recommend that you connect to each class from a desktop or laptop with strong reliable internet access or a tablet with good WiFi.

The Teacher

Narcissus Quagliata

Narcissus Quagliata is considered one of the most significant contemporary artists in glass. He has defined a new pathway for the art of glass and is best known for his spectacular artworks in public spaces, which have drawn worldwide attention. The Dome of Light: Wind, Fire, and Time is the largest illuminated glass dome in the world. It is situated in the Central Station of the newly built Kaohsiung Rapid Transit metro system and is a landmark that has now become a tourist destination in Southern Taiwan. His captivating glass dome for the entry rotunda of the basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, designed by Michelangelo on the Roman ruins of the Baths of Diocletian in Rome, is well known for the use of light within the space to make manifest the movement and alignment of celestial bodies. His fine artworks in glass and his watercolors of the Archetypes and Mediterranean Treasures have been collected worldwide in museums and private collections. Most notably, these works are in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum in New York; De Young Museum in San Francisco; Oakland Museum in California; Chrysler Museum in Newport, VA; Museo de la Granja de San Ildefonso in Segovia, Spain; and in the Southeast Cultural Foundation in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

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* Full Access to All Recordings and Class Materials for up to 36 months after your enrollment. **LIVE Sessions will be Scheduled in Advance, and with a limited number of attendees for teaching purposes. All LIVE sessions will be recorded and uploaded to the platform for later streaming.

Refund Policy: Since the course includes unique pre-recorded video access, once you log in your purchase is not refundable. The live class access may be exchanged for a later session, as long as you send notice one week prior to the date of the event, and only if a later session is available.