In South Africa is glass as a medium for art almost unknown.
During the first half of 2007 Frank van den Ham did
facilitate a project in Alexandra Township, Johannesburg, in
which ten artists from Alex – an affectionate name for the
township – made a great number of windows for the Alexandra
Interpretation Centre in that township.
In the project the reactions of the artists, confronted with
the possibilities of glass, without exception very positive.
In fact they liked it so much that they would like to work
on with glass, specifically the fusing technique.
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Frank has a plan to create for these artists and others
from, in South African words ‘previously disadvantaged
groups’, a studio in which they will have access to the
facilities needed to make art in glass and to developed
their skills.
The first results are very encouraging but more is needed,
much more.
More support is needed. Kilns, grinders, technical support,
a space to work in, and of course glass.
For most that is needed Frank will take care himself.
Technical, artistic and promotional support – a kiln –
sandblasting equipment – a great number of tools – a small
stock of glass are already in place.
The foundation made a plan in which you could help as well.
Please don’t hesitate to contact for more information.
