The Art and Science of Glass
- Glassblowers do work that requires
- little knowledge of the properties of glass.
- an ability to work in cold temperatures.
- several people and excellent teamwork.
- few safety precautions.
- Stephen Rolfe Powell’s glasswork is an example of
- two-dimensional media made with color applied to glass.
- three-dimensional media that results in beaded necklaces.
- two-dimensional stained glass panels.
- three-dimensional blown glass with bead designs.
- The process of making glass creations includes
- heating the glass to a molten state for shaping and mixing.
- using ice to mold the liquid.
- shaping the hot glass by hand as a potter.
- using carving tools to shape in the molten state.
- Three basic substances in manufactured glass are
- obsidian, calcium carbonate, and silica.
- obsidian, sodium nitrate, and silica.
- silica, soda, and lime.
- silica, calcium, and sodium.
- Stephen Rolfe Powell says his work is about
- creating work that tells a story as narrative art.
- creating functional art, pieces useful for everyday life.
- creating ceremonial art for use in celebration.
- artistic expression and creating beautiful pieces.