This process has been a great learning experience and the combining of photography in the work has been frustrating. I had to produce 60 pieces for this class so I have a bunch of scrap glass. That being said, I am looking to work more in this medium.

The sizes of the pieces that I put up are 12 inches by 12 inches. Once you fuse the glass you can slump it into all different shapes. I make my own molds and have purchased some. I will be making my own stand for future art glass.

I am posting the image of the leopard that I started with. Since the process is only in black and white and when fired, about 1400 degrees, it becomes sepia toned. I then paint with color that can fire to the same temperature. Yes, I do have kilns but not one that I fire glass. (Looking to put that on my wish list) This process uses fusable glass, stain glass does not work.

I know this is a photo forum. With photography being such a great medium, I feel combining other artforms with our images can add to our discovery. I do not think photography has always gotten the most respect in the art world. Since I do some shows, that will be the test market before I hit the galleries. I will let you know the response. Since I find this is an expensive medium, it will have to create a good return. I purchase glass from Ed Hoy and various other glass suppliers.

James, I agree with you on the XKE. It was my car for the last twenty years and we sold it last year. That piece is for a our local PPA all day judging where we challenge each other to push the boundaries of competition printing. I love doing collages and this one helps with my therapy of not having the car! I miss it.

Our professor mentioned that there is a printer that can print in glass to be transfered and then fired. Oh, lord, only knows how much that costs! If we get one I will be thrilled to show you the results.

Thanks for the questions.