This course will concentrate on the development and refinement of color and graphic resolutions in hot worked glass objects. The sphere, with its minimal and neutral physical presence, can be an ideal form for such purposes. The bench stations in the shop will be set for hot finishing of glass spheres, and special tools will be available. Alternately, participants may derive new graphic and color applications by making blown or solid objects already in their repertoire. While individuals may certainly use any glass blowing techniques necessary to make work of their own choosing, this is not a glass blowing class, per se. Whichever direction participants choose, the goal of the course is to present everyone with a systematic, step-by–step approach for the derivation of sophisticated resolutions, a kind of aesthetic engineering. Mark will present color theory, using Jonas Itten’s book, Elements of Color, and will discuss the particular challenges and peculiarities of deriving successful sophisticated resolutions within hot constructed glass objects. This is not a beginner class; previous glass experience is a must. Participants are encouraged to bring a diverse and labeled color palette of compatible glass.