Comments on Meagan Chaney Studios: Making Fused Glass Cabochons

Hi Jim, Thanks for your interest! Yes, the very ...

2012-02-08T20:52:35.962-05:00

Hi Jim,

Thanks for your interest!

Yes, the very last photo is of a set of completed Mini Sculptures with the fused glass cabs glued in place. Most of the cabs are about the size of a pencil eraser.

And here a link to a tutorial I did a while back on how I make the Minis. http://www.clayandglassblog.com/2009/03/clay-slab-construction.html

Most of my textures come from the glazes I use. I've posted several recipes or be sure to check out the Low Fire Friday segment that I write the first Friday of every month for glaze tips.

Best of luck! And Thank you again!
Meagan

What am I looking at in the last photo? Is the tin...

2012-02-08T17:34:22.358-05:00

What am I looking at in the last photo? Is the tiny dot the cab? Are the larger items your mini sculptures? They are beautiful! If they are your mini sculptures how are they made? They seem to have a unique texture, again beautiful.

Thank you so much for sharing your art.

Jim

thank you for this information http://howtomakegla...

2010-12-29T17:36:25.936-05:00

thank you for this information
http://howtomakeglass.blogspot.com/2010/12/how-to-make-glass.html

Thanks Amy, I start with "standard thickness...

2010-06-30T00:00:36.385-04:00

Thanks Amy,

I start with "standard thickness" glass - about 3mm or 1/8" thick. (This is the same thickess as the glass used to frame most pictures.)

Long slinder strips can be tricky. You're right! I've found it helpful to make sure I have a sharp cutter and then not to apply too much pressure when scoring the glass. Sometime I'll use cutting oil, but rarely because if it isn't cleaned off properly, it can leave a reside on the glass.

I also use a Morton Glass Cutting System for strips wider than 1/2".

Hope that helps! LMK if you have any more questions!

Meagan

I love the cabochons! What is the thickness of the...

2010-06-29T13:15:02.366-04:00

I love the cabochons! What is the thickness of the glass to start with? Also I have found it difficult to make long, very slender strips of glass, is there a secret?

Hey Meagan! I love seeing your process, thank you ...

2009-06-03T15:05:48.049-04:00

Hey Meagan! I love seeing your process, thank you for posting it.

I am hoping to be at your opening this weekend at the Museum, know you must be anxious. :) I met you briefly at MCA when you were dropping off more tile pieces for their gift shop; they are lovely.

Looking forward to seeing more of your work! Your minis are gorgeous.

Best,
Ria :)

Thanks Ang and Maggie! Wish I had work in a galler...

2009-05-22T09:29:38.944-04:00

Thanks Ang and Maggie! Wish I had work in a gallery near you in Australia so you could go see them in real life. :)

I really like the little minis! They look edible! ...

2009-05-22T04:18:38.318-04:00

I really like the little minis! They look edible! I'd love to see them in real life, the glazes look amazing too!

v cool meagan..

2009-05-20T23:12:35.712-04:00

v cool meagan..