The Open Kiln

The Open Kiln offers you facilities to develop your interest in kiln forming beyond classes and workshops. The studio facilities are made available to you to create your work.

Four kilns are available - three electric and one gas fired kilns. The electric kilns range from 400 mm square through 500 mm square to 2200 mm by 1030 mm. The gas fired kiln which is suitable for fusing, slumping and paint firing is 400 mm by 600 mm. The costs vary according to the size of kiln and type of firing being done. The electricity or gas used is charged in addition to the kiln usage charge. information on these charges

Staff will be on hand to answer questions and give guidance with your projects and in the firing of the kiln. You can use your own glass or buy at the studio. You will need to have your own hand tools. Firing fees and mould rental charges apply. Contact Stephen to learn more about the charges.

At least one class in kiln formed glass is a prerequisite. It is expected that you will have some experience in and knowledge of kiln forming.

To enquire about an open kiln session contact Stephen Richard

The Open Torch

The Open Torch offers you facilities to develop your skills in torch working beyond the basics of classes and workshops.

The studio facilities are made available by appointment to you to create your work. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and give guidance with your projects and in the annealing of your pieces. You can use your own glass or buy at the studio.

Firing fees and gas charges apply. At least one class in torch working glass is a prerequisite.

To enquire about an open kiln session contact Stephen Richard

Open Access Studio

Verrier provides an open access arrangement for those without space or all the required equipment to make use of the studio and its facilities. This is done at times when there are no other major works in progress.


Bench space and a variety of machines are made available to the enthusiast to enable them to pursue their interest without the necessity of having to sign up to classes or obtain expensive premises and machines. It is expected that you will have your own hand tools and minor supplies such as paper and pencils.




Staff will be on hand to assist where necessary, although it is expected that a certain level of competence has already been achieved. The studio is outfitted for a variety of techniques: copper foil, leaded glass, kiln forming, and cold working.





Supplies are available for purchase if desired, but your own materials can be used when ever you wish.
You can make use of the studio on an hourly or a daily basis exclusive of major machine use. Go here for the charges.
To arrange a session, contact Stephen Richard