Developing a design for a stained-glass panel requires two important components: an artistically pleasing idea and the knowledge to transfer that idea into a workable template. Participants will explore basic design elements, then utilize stained glass to incorporate these elements into an original design. Students will then fabricate their design, using lead came, zinc came and solder to interlock glass pieces and frame the completed 24 x 24 inch square panel. Registrants must have taken the “Beginner Stained Glass” OLLI course or have experience in copper foil or lead came stained glass procedures. Each person should bring a 24 x 24 inch work board that has a raised right angle on only two sides. All other materials will be provided.

Favorite OLLI instructor Kathy Carroll has crafted with glass for more than 40 years. She has taken workshops and attended conferences in various locations throughout the United States and has worked with cold glass, slumped and fused glass and blown glass. She has taught stained glass classes, as well as created commissioned work. Kathy's team of helpers, Sylvia Titus, Nancy Bock and Jack McKenna have been doing stained glass for over 10 years. Sylvia has extensive color and design experience. Nancy retired from the Oconee schools and is a great teacher. Jack has extensive experience with soldering and framing in glass.