Understanding Glass Art Techniques

Miss Penny and the KidVision kids visit Hollywood Hot Glass to learn about making art from glass. Brenna introduces them to the materials and tools used in glass art, explaining how glass is made from sand and can be recycled. The kids learn about different tools like tweezers and shears, and how to use them safely. They explore coloring glass using frit and shaping it with blowpipes. The session concludes with a collaborative project where a glass starfish is created and added to a conch shell, demonstrating teamwork in art creation.

What is the main ingredient used to make glass?

• Copper

• Iron ore

• Silica sand

• Clay

Which of the following materials can be recycled like glass?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Ceramic

• Stone

What is the consistency of glass when it is heated to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit?

• Powdery

• Honey-like

• Liquid

• Solid

What tool is used to shape and form glass in the workshop?

• Chisel

• Pliers

• Giant tweezers

• Hammer

What is the purpose of using a wet newspaper in glass shaping?

• To cool the glass quickly

• To hold the glass directly

• To create steam for shaping

• To add color to the glass

What is the purpose of cherry wood paddles in glass shaping?

• To cut the glass

• To cool the glass quickly

• To shape the glass without sticking

• To add color to the glass

What is 'frit' used for in glass art?

• To add strength to the glass

• To color the glass

• To make the glass transparent

• To shape the glass

How is the glass inflated during the blowing process?

• By using a pump

• By blowing air through a blowpipe

• By heating it further

• By adding chemicals

What is the role of Rob in the glass art demonstration?

• He is the gallery manager

• He is the flameworking artist

• He is a visitor

• He is a safety officer

What is the final piece of artwork created in the demonstration?

• A glass bowl

• A glass ornament

• A glass starfish

• A glass vase