Wow, what an opportunity. First, let me begin that I really wasn't sure what I was stepping into. I just knew I'd be taking a glassblowing class at Corning. The course was taught by William (Bill) Gudenrath. It was an honor to take a course by him. I saw Bill create glasswork without a worry and it turned out beautiful Venetian works.
Day 1 was a review of glassblowing skills. The nine students were all lampworkers, so I'm not sure if even Bill knew how much of a beginner class this was going to be. Simple low tumblers were the main outcome for the day.
Day 2 was the elongated tumbler. Out off the pipe came many a tall tumbler.
Day 3 was the low and wide vessel.
Day 4 was a review of the above techniques.
Day 5 was a day of vases.
Day 6 was a review/demo day.
I am fully aware that the works I created were "wonky" and not perfect, but I feel pretty good by them. The teaching assistant, Amanda, was also wonderful. There was many a time I yelled out, "Amanda, can you please bring me a XXXXXXX?" The XXXXXXX could be many things like a lip wrap, handle or a request for assistance.
I'd like to thank Bill, Amanda and the Corning Studio for having this class. We were all not what Bill expected, but I think he had a good time and I know that I had a blast.
Pictures will be posted in a few.
