How to Get Started with Art Glass Work At Home?
As we are physically distancing ourselves from our friends, relatives, and people we used to meet in our day-to-day lives, craft & hobbies are essential in bolstering our mental well-being.
With this in mind, we’ve put together some steps to help you start with art glass work in your home. Let’s scroll down and have a look:-
Here are How to Get Started with Art Glass Work At Home:
#1 Learn Something New
In this digital age, you can learn anything and anytime over the Internet as it is an ocean of information. You don’t have to step out of your comfort zone to learn something new; you can follow a YouTube channel or join any online classes.
What about learning the magical craft of work with different glass types to create seasonal decorations and fun items by fusion, painting, blowing & engraving? Isn’t it exciting?
But, what about the things and accessories you require for this? Fortunately, there are many stores offering art glass supplies such as fused art glass, bullseye glass, CBS Dichroic, glass stringers, and jewelry embellishments.
#2. Take It to New Level
Once you’ve learned something new, it’s time to try your hands on a new glass project, get inspired by many books on the particular craft out there.
Learn new techniques with easy-to-follow kits. Implement a variety of modern glass blowing techniques and create memories & mementos for your loved ones that will last a lifetime.
Tap into the shoes of a professional artist by blending a spectrum of colors and using the clear glass to illustrate your design while creating mesmerizing art. It takes about 24 hours for the kiln to cool off, and your final design is ready.
Even if you’re learning the art of glass fusion, you’ll enjoy it.
With practice, you’ll become a professional glass artist to translate your learning into earning. So, why think or rethink, foster your inner artist to prepare magnificent works of fused glass art.
#3 Involve your Kids and Family
An idle mind is a devil’s workshop, so it is essential to channel your naughty kids’ energy by involving them in something creative.
Glass art fusion is an excellent craft for them to learn during the COVID-19 pandemic. Teach them glass art creativity, the art of improving manual dexterity, and playing with colors. There are many fun projects aimed at people of all age groups, so explore online.
#4 Share Your Work
Be it the social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest or with local communities, share your work, and get views on the areas where you can improve.
Plus, you’ll be motivated with every appreciation you get, both from people you know and experts in this field.
#5 Be Inspired by Nature
The surrounding nature, whether it’s the garden view or chirping birds from your bedroom window, can be a fabulous source of inspiration. Our world has become narrower for now, but there is still an immense scope of nature-inspired creativity.
Unleash your imagination by exploring how glass artists have expressed the mysteries of nature in their works or can check out one of the helpful kits online.
Final Words
During the coronavirus outbreak getting antsy being stuck inside your home, right? Try fun activities such as the art of fusing glass to keep boredom at bay and boost your creativity & mental health.
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