I’m always so amazed that all the air bubbles are gone around such intricate pieces and that the heat of the clear doesn’t move the delicate thin glass.
One of the nice things about Schott crystal is that you can anneal pretty quickly. For a mini (2 - 2.5 inch dia.) the cycle goes: Hold 1000F for 3 hours Ramp down to 900F at 20 degrees/hr Hold 900F for 1 hour Ramp down to 720F at 40 deg/hr Hold 720F for 1 hour Ramp down to 400F at 75 deg/hr Hold 400F for 30 minutes Heat off. For a standard size weight (3-3.25") it's: 1000F for 3 hrs, down to 900F @ 17/hr, hold 1hr, down to 720 @ 30/hr, hold 1hr, down to 400 @ 45/hr, hold 30 min, heat off.
The torch is a Smith "Little Torch". I use a #4 tip most of the time, but there are several different tips to produce a larger or smaller flame. I use a scientific hotplate with a 1/2 inch plate of stainless steel on top of it. The scientific hotplate has a higher max temperature than most kitchen models, and makes for more even heat. The steel plate can withstand the heat of the torch and is easily cleaned with steel wool and a wire brush.
I've been trying to do more detailed work like that but I never seem to be able to heat an area that small without melting the detail around it, I can't get the angle right as it's difficult to see how it is in retaliation to the flame, any tips? My depth perception is not very good when working with it behind the torch, especially with the shades and I would be grateful for any tips
Amazing! How long did it take to make all those little pieces and how many pieces were there? Your work is so beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing. :)
I’m always so amazed that all the air bubbles are gone around such intricate pieces and that the heat of the clear doesn’t move the delicate thin glass.
That is absolutely gorgeous!
you are SO talented this is so good to see someone with that level of craftsmanship yet so humble
One of the nice things about Schott crystal is that you can anneal pretty quickly. For a mini (2 - 2.5 inch dia.) the cycle goes:
Hold 1000F for 3 hours
Ramp down to 900F at 20 degrees/hr
Hold 900F for 1 hour
Ramp down to 720F at 40 deg/hr
Hold 720F for 1 hour
Ramp down to 400F at 75 deg/hr
Hold 400F for 30 minutes
Heat off.
For a standard size weight (3-3.25") it's:
1000F for 3 hrs, down to 900F @ 17/hr, hold 1hr, down to 720 @ 30/hr, hold 1hr, down to 400 @ 45/hr, hold 30 min, heat off.
Thank you for being so kind with your advice and expertise. As a rank beginner I truly appreciate your big heart!
The torch is a Smith "Little Torch". I use a #4 tip most of the time, but there are several different tips to produce a larger or smaller flame. I use a scientific hotplate with a 1/2 inch plate of stainless steel on top of it. The scientific hotplate has a higher max temperature than most kitchen models, and makes for more even heat. The steel plate can withstand the heat of the torch and is easily cleaned with steel wool and a wire brush.
This is absolutely mesmerizing! Lovely work, Colin!
This was amazing to watch and the final product is certainly 'WOW' worthy.
The result is gorgeous but just watching you make it was a delight for my eyes, this is a beautiful talent :) thank you for sharing
That's some Paul Stankard level of detail. Well done!
Amazing,awsome,gorgeous and so one... Is there any video of the creation of the pieces? They are so small and delicate that I wonder how they're done.
Your lampwork sculpture pieces would make fantastic jewellery !!
Very beautiful and delicate work. Thank you for sharing. You are very inspiring.
That is truly stunning. Nice work.
Breathtaking wow
This is absolutely stunning.
TY so much for a GREAT video. If your ever wanting to do another I would love to see your equipment and how you do your encasement.
Brilliant...it must be nice to have that kind of talent!
Wow, that is amazing, beautiful.
work of art! really beautiful :D
What a beauty it turned out ! Thank you !
Love this. Thank you!
Omg that is a true work of art it's buteyful
the detail the color... luv it!!
what a lovely way to make a living!
Wow, very beautiful!!!
absolutely amazing.. is that a special type of torch?
good work , beautiful . saludos desde Queretaro mexico .
So very beautiful!
superb skill. keep up the good work
looks SO fun!
Great job! Bravo !
What kind of mini torch do you use for the miniature flower attachments and is it widely available?
Very pretty
Perfeito e lindo ♡
I've been trying to do more detailed work like that but I never seem to be able to heat an area that small without melting the detail around it, I can't get the angle right as it's difficult to see how it is in retaliation to the flame, any tips? My depth perception is not very good when working with it behind the torch, especially with the shades and I would be grateful for any tips
Amazing! How long did it take to make all those little pieces and how many pieces were there? Your work is so beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing. :)
OMG! You are good!!!
Soft Glass or Boro? Because my roommates and I go to SalemCC and we would like to try something like this in Boro.
HERMOSOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
why didnt you show the part where you did the encasement?!
BEAUTIFUL!!!! BRAVO!!! :0)
Beautiful!
Amazing
Hi
I would like to ask what is a material of hot plate?
What is a kind of material plate ?
spectacular....
please tell me, is a borosilicate glass?
great job
Vine leaves have a different shape. But other than that, really beautiful art. :)
Precious
Музыка просто мозги выжгла.
Soft or boro glass?
Soft glass. This is all reichenbach and gaffer color, to be encased in Schott s8 clear glass pucks.
hey Lick my Glass...... do you sale your rings that you make? and if so how much ?
hi can I know what is that tourch is .
I don't know the exact one he's using, but this is a like/kind. www.mountainglass.com/Smith-Little-Torch-with-5-Tips-and-Hose
Edit: After reading the comments, I notice that he gave the answer '8 years' ago... My duh moment. 🙄
0:09 name of the font, please?
I first thought - something is so strange about this plant, so unnatural, then I realized - fruit and flower on the same branch.
beautiful!(^^)!
Precisó
ok
Because you please il