Key Dates

Expressions of Interest Due: Mon 2 Jun at 5pm
Outcomes released: Fri 6 Jun at 10am
Bootcamp dates: Mon evenings 6pm – 8pm over 4 weeks
starting from Mon 7 Jul to Mon 28 Jul 

Canberra Glassworks is running a four-week Kilnforming Bootcamp with Kirstie Rea and Mel Douglas. Classes will run Monday evenings from 7 July to 28 July from 6 pm to 8 pm.

This workshop is designed for those wishing to develop their skills in kilnforming with a particular focus on kiln care, and the following:

• Exploring the different kilns available at Canberra Glassworks
• Kiln shelf handling (use, storage and care)
• Controllers, programming and venting
• Workplace health and safety
• Moulds and refactories
• Glasses and temperatures
• Troubleshooting

The dates for the workshop are:

• Mon 07 July 2025 | 6pm – 8pm
• Mon 14 July 2025 | 6pm – 8pm
• Mon 21 July 2025 | 6pm – 8pm
• Mon 28 July 2025 | 6pm – 8pm

Submit an Expression of Interest

You are eligible to submit an EOI if you:

• Have worked for Glassworks as a contractor in the past six months either for Production, Public Programs or as a mentor through the AiR Program.
• Have up-to-date insurance.

The course is costed at $550 per person but will be subsidised by the Glassworks and cost each participant $200. This cost covers participation in each session for the Bootcamp as well as a $200 kiln pass (to be used within six months) to practice the skills learned in the workshop throughout the course.

Contact wendy.dawes@canberraglassworks.com for further information, and to submit your EOI. Deadline for EOI submission is 5 pm Monday 2 June. Artists will be advised of the outcome by 10 am Friday 6 June.