Stained Glass

Course Description

Learn the technique of copper-foiling to create a small stained glass panel.  The course will cover the use of specific techniques such as cutting, grinding, copper-foiling and soldering. Students will develop the skills required to create a variety of stained-glass projects.  The course will also cover  briefly the history of this technique and teach basic safety skills for working in this exciting medium.  This course is suitable for beginners.

Entry requirements

Entry is at the discretion of the tutor - however, no previous experience is required. 

Qualifications

On successful completion of the course you will receive an SQA Certificate.

Attendance

We recommend you attend each of the weekly sessions to achieve success in this course.

Start Date

This 10 week course can be available at various locations subject to demand.  The next course is scheduled to start in January in our art centre on Struan road, Portree - call your nearest College Learning Centre for more information:

Caroline at Sabhal Mor Ostaig Learning Centre, 01471 888430
Sandra and Elaine at Auchteryre Learning Centre, 01599 566775
Maggie, Katrina or Ewan at Portree Learning Centre, 01478 614833/614834. 

Course Duration

10 weeks

Progression

After this course, you could progress to other art courses - or to our full time Art and Design Course.

Cost

£80 -  This includes, tutored sessions and an SQA certification on successful completion.  An additional payment of £15 per person is required towards the cost of materials. 

Funding

This is an ILA Scotland approved course. Ask your learning centre for more information on how to apply for this funding or call ILA Scotland free on 0808 100 1090.  Applications may take around 4 weeks.  Fee waivers may apply.