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New to kiln-glass? Ready to polish some foundational skills? Either way, boost your creativity in the studio by upping your confidence in the basics of working with a kiln.
In this 3-hour live online class, you’ll learn remotely from your own home or studio, honing your studio basics with Ted Sawyer, the head of Bullseye’s Research and Education Department. Upon registration, you'll gain immediate access to the 19-page Class Guide, which includes links to your live online class session and to the 2.5-hour class video. The Class Guide also includes all kinds of resources, like tips for understanding and writing basic firing programs. Through this class, you'll discover best practices for foundational skills such as:
- preparing shelves
- programming kilns
- working with firing cycles
- thinking strategically about studio essentials
The more comfortable you become with these fundamentals, the readier you’ll be to have fun in the studio. During your live online class session, you and your classmates will review selected portions of the class video and communicate with your instructor and one another using the Zoom chat feature. Once you’ve viewed core video chapters, you'll use the chat feature to ask questions and discuss shelf preparation and basic kiln firing strategies. Ted Sawyer will address questions live and discuss concepts and techniques shown in the class video.
Requirements
Live Class Tech Requirements Live Class: Zoom Setup & Requirements
We use Zoom for the live class sessions. Zoom recommends using their official desktop or mobile app for optimal performance. Only use the web browser interface if you cannot access the app—but be prepared for limited functionality.
Recommended Computer & Gear
- High-speed internet (4 Mbps minimum)
- Web cam
- Microphone
- Speakers or headphones
- For additional help navigating Zoom, watch our Zoom orientation video .
Because class discussion and instruction often rely on visual details, use a decently sized viewing screen. A tablet may suffice, but phones should be avoided.
Operating System
The latest version of Windows or macOS is recommended. Note that Zoom requires the 64-bit version of Windows to run the desktop app.
For more information about Zoom’s system requirements, see Zoom’s system requirements.
Important Note
The Class Guide: To get started after your purchase of the class, go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCTS where you will download the Class Guide. It contains all instructions and Zoom links needed for accessing class.
For students who have taken Prime and Program: If you've already taken Prime and Program, you are eligible to receive a discount code for $40 off this expanded and revised version of the class—which includes long-term online access to the class video, an amazing tool for review and practice. Contact us at classes@bullseyeglass.com for details.
To see what you'll need to follow along at home, check out the class Materials List.
Learn more about instructor Ted Sawyer.
Online / Ted Sawyer / Friday, February 26, 9am-12pm, 2027 Pacific Time (ONL164-0005) / $95