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Aim of the Fellowship Architectural glass lamination involves the bonding of coloured glass designs and other details to the interior surface of the specified structural glass using clear resins and silicones. Advanced technology in cold pour resin is being developed overseas to meet the needs of contemporary architecture. This technology is vital to the continuity of the architectural glass design industry. Information on these innovative techniques is not generally available in Australia. Knowledge obtained from the overseas study will assist in facilitating the development of leading edge technology that will be of benefit across the whole spectrum from teaching institutions to glass practitioners and architects. Related Skills To realize the full potential of the new technology, related skills also need to be learnt. Glass Surface Techniques These can be revamped traditional skills such as etching, polishing and painting or new ideas involving computer generated imagery. There are many factors that go into the successful translation of an artist’s design into glass. European studios utilize skills, knowledge, new ideas and technology in a way that is rarely seen in Australia. Some of the work being produced by these studios could not be made in Australia at present. Workshop Practices The introduction of new technology necessitates changes in manufacturing operations. The methods of working are very different to those used in traditional stained glass and studios need to be redesigned to suit. As larger and heavier individual panels can now be made the handling, storage, transport and fitting of these become part of the new studio operation. Glass lamination results in the cut edge of the bonded glass being visible. How the glass is cut, the treatment of the edges and the machines used all need to be considered. Computerized machines are being used in studios to cut, polish and apply surface finishes. A willingness to experiment, technical innovation and modern equipment and facilities are necessary to make a successful studio. Some of the materials and processes used are potentially dangerous to workers’ health and the environment. How the studios address this issue is also an important part of the studio operation. Information gained from visiting large manufacturing studios overseas will help facilitate necessary changes. The philosophy of art in architecture has long been established and accepted in European countries. Art works are incorporated into most of their public buildings. The skills of integrating art and architecture have not been developed sufficiently in Australia. Documentation of the best examples from the study tour will help create an awareness and hopefully act as a catalyst towards the acceptance and promotion of public art works. More specifically the possibilities of integrated art works in architectural glass will be realized. There is a need for more collaboration between architects, glass artisans and clients and for a network of professional skills to be developed to enable all factions to work together with confidence and ability.
Aim of the Fellowship The overseas study concentrated on addressing the following skills and knowledge gaps. Contemporary Architectural Glass Practices • The design and construction of integrated architectural glass artworks • Logistics of large scale projects and compliance with building standards • Collaborations with architects and clients New Techniques • Contemporary techniques including screen printing and lamination • New applications for traditional techniques e.g. sandblasting, painting, polishing • The latest developments in glass bonding • Interpreting designs into glass using innovative solutions Workshop Operations • Use of new products and machinery • Handling, storage, transport and installation of large scale artworks
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