by Anna Alsina Bardagí | Aug 9, 2024 | Casting tips, Glass art blog
Achieving a flawless finish on optical glass sculptures requires patience, precision, and the right techniques. Polishing is a crucial step in bringing out the true beauty of the material—its clarity, refraction, and ability to capture light. Whether you are a...
by Anna Alsina Bardagí | Feb 10, 2024 | Casting tips, Glass art blog
When polishing glass with an automatic grinder, one of the most challenging aspects is overcoming surface tension: that moment when the slurry mix and the water on the metal disc become literally “glued” to the glass sculpture and refuse to detach from each other. It...
by Anna Alsina Bardagí | Jun 2, 2023 | Casting tips, Glass art blog
Removing scratches from an optical glass sculpture can be a delicate process. Depending on the depth of the scratch, you may need to start the full grinding and polishing process again. Here are a few steps you can try to remove scratches from optical glass: Clean the...
by Anna Alsina Bardagí | Aug 13, 2022 | Casting tips, Glass art blog
What are the basic materials and equipment needed for glass casting? Depending on the size of your studio, your glass projects, or your techniques, you’ll need a variety of different tools and machines. Here’s the list of basic materials and equipment I use to create...
by Anna Alsina Bardagí | Aug 21, 2021 | Casting tips, Glass art blog
Glass casting is the process of melting glass into a mold where it solidifies to create a sculpture. The technique dates back to the Egyptian period. In modern glass art, the most common glass casting techniques are kiln casting and casting into sand. The glass...
by Anna Alsina Bardagí | Apr 28, 2019 | Casting tips, Glass art blog
Working in a glass studio can have a few health risks. If you follow these general guidelines you will minimize injury and safety concerns. 1. Ventilation One of the first and most important health concerns in a glass studio are harmful particles in the air...
