Susan Gott taught at Rigid Sand Mold, Hot Glass Casting in the summer of 2024 at The Glass Furnace. "Thinking Outside of the Sandbox” This workshop took you beyond basic sand-casting and explored combinations of molds and casting techniques with focus on the ‘rigid-sand’ molds. We utilized these ‘binders’ as a tool to take sculptural ideas to the next level with hot glass casting. There were discussions of the use of cast glass in large-scale sculpture and public art, annealing, finishing techniques, paints, patinas, gold leaf, adhesives, and an overview of coldworking. Students were encouraged to explore the interior and exterior beauty of hot cast glass and how to make the magic happen!