Item Name:
The Flow Magazine (Spring 2014)
SKU:
FLOW-SPRING-2014
Description:
The Flow Magazine (Spring 2014) is a print back-issue of The Flow focused on flameworking and related glass arts, featuring step-by-step project instruction from working artists. This issue, themed around marine and aquatic subjects, includes tutorials by the following artists:
Nanette Charif: Whimsical Fish
Deb Crowley: Blown Borosilicate Fig Shell Pendant
Brent Graber: Fishy Fish
Beau Tsai: Rainbow Trout
In a lampworking studio, an issue like this is typically used as a bench-side reference for learning new processes, building repeatable project workflows, and picking up small production tips that improve consistency and finish quality.
How it is used:
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Nanette Charif: Whimsical Fish
- Create cartoon character-style fish with large, three-layer eyes
- Apply multicolored layered dots for decoration
- Use a V-shaped marver as a guide for body width and length
- Shape fins with tweezers and attach along the top and bottom of the body
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Deb Crowley: Blown Borosilicate Fig Shell Pendant
- Roll clear tubing in Butterscotch frit for base decoration
- Add design patterns using Caramelo rod
- Shape the piece using marvers and round-sided tools
- Learn tips for successful shell creation
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Brent Graber: Fishy Fish
- Create fish designs using dichroic glass rod
- Form large fins and set them aside before attaching to the body
- Draw fins into flowing shapes after attachment
- Add lips to finish the fish design
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Beau Tsai: Rainbow Trout
- Build realistic trout sculptures using Silver Strike rod and grit
- Form the body as a football shape
- Stripe with peach rod and finish with Shamrock frit, Blue Amber Purple, and black stringer
- Add premade yellow and black murrine eyes
