Watching a talented glass worker in action is mesmerizing! FWIW, you are a natural teacher.....I say so because you explain what you're thinking and why you're doing what you're doing rather than simply verbalizing what we can see already; the latter being the hallmark of people "who can do but can't teach". I've been trying to understand how the glass base for a silvered parabolic mirror is made; I know the chemistry behind the "silvering" process but making the glass form is a total mystery.
This is an incredible series. As someone new to glass blowing this is the content I’ve been looking for. Thanks for the thoughtful explanations- it really helps to understand the fundamentals of how glass behaves
Very interesting instructions. I've been making glass for close to 36 years. Your explanation was spot on and very informative. I will definitely follow your channel.
Thanks for the comment! The goal with these videos isn't really to make the best version of the object, but rather to demonstrate some basic principles involved. In this case it's the use of the wooden jacks to push/pull the profile. You're right, though, a paper can be an asset for soft forms, especially if you're working hot enough.
Is there something the steam stick does that the puffer doesn’t, or are you demonstrating other options? I suppose a taper like that could inflate deeper into a shape to push the shoulders out more?
I learned about steam-sticks back in the 90's when I started blowing glass, but sort of forgot about them until the Pandemic when we were looking for non-blowing options for students that had to wear masks. I like how simple and cheap they are. I make ours from the handles of burned out blocks. I don't think I have as much control as with a soffietta, but they do work great!
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Watching a talented glass worker in action is mesmerizing!
FWIW, you are a natural teacher.....I say so because you explain what you're thinking and why you're doing what you're doing rather than simply verbalizing what we can see already; the latter being the hallmark of people "who can do but can't teach".
I've been trying to understand how the glass base for a silvered parabolic mirror is made; I know the chemistry behind the "silvering" process but making the glass form is a total mystery.
This is an incredible series. As someone new to glass blowing this is the content I’ve been looking for. Thanks for the thoughtful explanations- it really helps to understand the fundamentals of how glass behaves
Thank you so much for the kind words! This is exactly why I take the time to make these. Good luck in your glassblowing journey! Keep in touch.
Very interesting instructions. I've been making glass for close to 36 years. Your explanation was spot on and very informative. I will definitely follow your channel.
Thank you! Yeah, I've been doing it since 1996, and I suppose my nomenclature is newer. Thanks for watching!
Really prescriptive demo, thank you!
I recently made a good shallow bowl! So satisfying. Been watching ceramic videos to finally understand the shape
Wonderful!
Thanks for the detailed discussion. I love this shape but struggle with it. Very helpful!
Thanks! So happy you found it helpful.
Very nice demo! Surprised you did not use paper towards the end. Came out great!
Thanks for the comment! The goal with these videos isn't really to make the best version of the object, but rather to demonstrate some basic principles involved. In this case it's the use of the wooden jacks to push/pull the profile. You're right, though, a paper can be an asset for soft forms, especially if you're working hot enough.
Is there something the steam stick does that the puffer doesn’t, or are you demonstrating other options? I suppose a taper like that could inflate deeper into a shape to push the shoulders out more?
I learned about steam-sticks back in the 90's when I started blowing glass, but sort of forgot about them until the Pandemic when we were looking for non-blowing options for students that had to wear masks. I like how simple and cheap they are. I make ours from the handles of burned out blocks. I don't think I have as much control as with a soffietta, but they do work great!
I know you’re busy but could you please measure that optic mold? Thank you
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