My personal objective is to never stop learning, continue to experiment with glass and explore its possibilities without limiting myself to traditional methods.

I was an art student in college working primarily in clay when I was introduced to glass blowing in 1973. My husband and I built our first glass blowing studio in 1975. I began working with fusing glass in the early 80’s; there was not a lot of information available at that time so I did lots of experimenting. My husband and I have been producing architectural fused/cast glasswork for installations in major hotels, public buildings and private residences for over ten years. During this time I have had many opportunities to experiment and advance my creative ambitions with glass on personal projects.

I spent several years working with local elementary schools (artist in residence program) teaching and exploring projects for school/community. I found this experience very rewarding; the children’s enthusiasm and willingness to learn new things without a lot of preconceived ideas was refreshing. My favourite project while working with the children was a glass mural measuring 42”x 90” that is permanently installed in the Brier Public Library.

My work is included in numerous private and public collections and has been shown in galleries and exhibitions

3-Day class description: 

ADVANCED FUSED BOWLS with Patty Gray   -   9am-5pm 
In this hands-on three day workshop you will make a fabulous fused glass bowl, using any of several advanced kiln working techniques.  Instructor Patty Gray will demonstrate combing, making and applying pattern bars, use of stringers, gold leaf, mica, powders and lots more.  She will teach you several cold working techniques to complete your fused glass work to elevate it to gallery quality art.  
This fusing class has an emphasis on the technical and artistic possibilities of glass.  Patty will reveal secrets for using frit/powders, stringers/noodles, murrini, frit wafers, colorful mica, metals, and paints.   
Projects will focus on design, balance and control (lose those bubbles).  Patty will also share tips on cutting concentric circles for making great borders. 
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to make thick glass bowls along with many other exciting techniques.     

Class Limit:  10
*Additional Materials Fee:  $50.00 per student to be paid to instructor in class.

Patty Gray will be running 3 classes at the festival.

	Patty 1	Advanced Fused bowl	17th – 19th July	$900.00
	Patty 2	Advanced Fused bowl	20th – 22nd July	$900.00
	Patty 3	Advanced Fused bowl	23rd – 25th July	$900.00