Beadmaking

This tape serves as an introduction to glass beadmaking. Glass artist Michael Max demonstrates the four basic bead shapes and the fundamentals of embellishment. The hypnotic and "meditative" aspects of the art are conveyed through the good use of close-ups. Although a beginner cannot run out and try the techniques after viewing the video (for one thing, the cost of the equipment and supplies is prohibitive), the tape does serve as a good overview which might inspire people to take a beadmaking class or workshop. Recommended. (R. Reagan)