Classes
Classes
FUS01: Fusing 1 - Crank up the Heat
Using 90 COE glass, you will learn the fundamentals of fusing. We create an experimental glass tile, a night-lite, a ring dish, a piece of jewelry, and an additional project. Some of the projects will be taken to a full fuse and some will be tacked fused...the dish will be slumped. We will furnish most supplies and the kiln time. You will furnish the creativity and some additional supplies if desired.
Cost: $ 150.00
Using 90 COE glass, you will learn the fundamentals of fusing. We create an experimental glass tile, a night-lite, a ring dish, a piece of jewelry, and an additional project. Some of the projects will be taken to a full fuse and some will be tacked fused...the dish will be slumped. We will furnish most supplies and the kiln time. You will furnish the creativity and some additional supplies if desired.
Cost: $ 150.00
FUS02: Shaping Glass: Kilncarving and Custom Shapes
Explore the possibilities of shaping glass with kilncarving and Custom Mold making to and add depth and texture to your fused glass work. In this 3-week class, students will use a variety of methods to make several small pieces using positive and negative relief as well as a final piece that showcases your newly acquired skills. Techniques included are kilncarving with fiber paper, Silke Mat and weaving glass. Glass and materials will be provided for the first class. Students will need to purchase glass for their second project week 2. Fusing I recommended, but not required.
Cost: $ 155.00
Explore the possibilities of shaping glass with kilncarving and Custom Mold making to and add depth and texture to your fused glass work. In this 3-week class, students will use a variety of methods to make several small pieces using positive and negative relief as well as a final piece that showcases your newly acquired skills. Techniques included are kilncarving with fiber paper, Silke Mat and weaving glass. Glass and materials will be provided for the first class. Students will need to purchase glass for their second project week 2. Fusing I recommended, but not required.
Cost: $ 155.00
FUS03: Vitreous Voids: Exploring Negative Space and Form in Fused Glass Art
In this third fusing class, we explore how glass moves in the kiln to create organic works of art. The 3-week class starts with coral type bowls. The second week covers mastering intentional shapes with negative spaces. The third week is a mastery of delicate designs with exquisite control over the final project. Class includes glass for the first project. Projects will require multiple firings, so students will have to return after class to pick up their completed projects
Cost: $ 170.00
In this third fusing class, we explore how glass moves in the kiln to create organic works of art. The 3-week class starts with coral type bowls. The second week covers mastering intentional shapes with negative spaces. The third week is a mastery of delicate designs with exquisite control over the final project. Class includes glass for the first project. Projects will require multiple firings, so students will have to return after class to pick up their completed projects
Cost: $ 170.00
FUS04: Molten Magic: How Glass Flows at High Heat
In this 3-week course, you'll discover how glass flows and moves at high temperatures in the kiln, and use this knowledge to create two unique and stunning projects. The first project involves working with stacked glass and frit, creating one-of-a-kind pieces that showcase the mesmerizing flow of molten glass. The second project uses segment bars, where you'll stack contrasting pieces of glass to create geometric shapes and patterns that flow and merge together in the heat of the kiln.
Cost: $ 145.00
In this 3-week course, you'll discover how glass flows and moves at high temperatures in the kiln, and use this knowledge to create two unique and stunning projects. The first project involves working with stacked glass and frit, creating one-of-a-kind pieces that showcase the mesmerizing flow of molten glass. The second project uses segment bars, where you'll stack contrasting pieces of glass to create geometric shapes and patterns that flow and merge together in the heat of the kiln.
Cost: $ 145.00
FUSORN: Fused Glass Ornaments
Make several ornaments in fused glass. This is a 2-1/2 hour workshop where you can create a variety of glass ornaments in your style. All ornaments will be full fused and ready to hang.
Cost: $ 60.00
Make several ornaments in fused glass. This is a 2-1/2 hour workshop where you can create a variety of glass ornaments in your style. All ornaments will be full fused and ready to hang.
Cost: $ 60.00
LED01: Beginning Lead & Bevels- Lead Me Entertain You
In this redesigned class you will construct a panel with bevels and colored glass. You will also learn how to build a jig, where to start with lead when making a rectangular project, and how to putty and finish the piece. Your project can be any size between 8"x 8" and 14"x 14". You will need to purchase the glass for your project or bring in your own. We will supply the lead, bevels, tools and supplies. The jig will be built on a wooden, mdf, or homasote board. Students should have completed Stained Glass I and II.
Cost: $ 150.00
In this redesigned class you will construct a panel with bevels and colored glass. You will also learn how to build a jig, where to start with lead when making a rectangular project, and how to putty and finish the piece. Your project can be any size between 8"x 8" and 14"x 14". You will need to purchase the glass for your project or bring in your own. We will supply the lead, bevels, tools and supplies. The jig will be built on a wooden, mdf, or homasote board. Students should have completed Stained Glass I and II.
Cost: $ 150.00
MOS01: Mosaics I - Little Pieces Add Up
In this 3-week class you will make a small mosaic, or bring in a substrate of your choice! Learn the design fundamentals behind mosaics as well as how to chip, glue, and grout a mosaic using glass. We supply the pattern or bring one of your choosing to be interpreted in mosaic arts. Glass and substrate provided.
Cost: $ 150.00
In this 3-week class you will make a small mosaic, or bring in a substrate of your choice! Learn the design fundamentals behind mosaics as well as how to chip, glue, and grout a mosaic using glass. We supply the pattern or bring one of your choosing to be interpreted in mosaic arts. Glass and substrate provided.
Cost: $ 150.00
REP01: Repair Workshop - Copper Foil
Learn the tools and techniques for repairing your stained glass creations. Copper Foil techniques will be covered. There will be examples of repairs for students to work on, but feel free to bring your pieces that require repair so we can discuss best practices.
Cost: $ 50.00
Learn the tools and techniques for repairing your stained glass creations. Copper Foil techniques will be covered. There will be examples of repairs for students to work on, but feel free to bring your pieces that require repair so we can discuss best practices.
Cost: $ 50.00
REP01: Repair Workshop - Lead Panels
Learn the tools and techniques for repairing your stained glass creations. The techniques for leaded panels will be covered in this one-day workshop. There will be examples of repairs for students to work on, but feel free to bring your pieces that require repair so we can discuss best practices.
Cost: $ 50.00
Learn the tools and techniques for repairing your stained glass creations. The techniques for leaded panels will be covered in this one-day workshop. There will be examples of repairs for students to work on, but feel free to bring your pieces that require repair so we can discuss best practices.
Cost: $ 50.00
SG01: Stained Glass I - Beginning with Foil
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 4-week class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project.
Cost: $ 175.00
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 4-week class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project.
Cost: $ 175.00
SG01INT: Stained Glass I - Beginning with Foil - 2-Day Intensive
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 2-day class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project. There will be an hour break for lunch. This Class is also available in a 4-week format.
Cost: $ 175.00
This is our beginning class where we use the foil method of construction. In this 2-day class you will learn how to cut, grind, foil and solder glass components while making two class projects. Price includes supplies for your first project. You select from a wide array of free patterns and you purchase glass, foil, and solder for your second project. There will be an hour break for lunch. This Class is also available in a 4-week format.
Cost: $ 175.00
SG02: Stained Glass II - Foiled Again
This 4-week class is the next step in learning the copper foil technique. In this 4-week class you will learn how to make a small (12" x 15") panel. We begin with how to build a jig to frame the project and end by teaching how to finish the edges with a zinc frame. You will purchase the approved pattern book and all materials. There will be soldering homework for this class.
Cost: $ 160.00
This 4-week class is the next step in learning the copper foil technique. In this 4-week class you will learn how to make a small (12" x 15") panel. We begin with how to build a jig to frame the project and end by teaching how to finish the edges with a zinc frame. You will purchase the approved pattern book and all materials. There will be soldering homework for this class.
Cost: $ 160.00
SOL01: Soldering Techniques
In this workshop we will give you pointers on how to improve your soldering and how to do decorative soldering
Cost: $ 55.00
In this workshop we will give you pointers on how to improve your soldering and how to do decorative soldering
Cost: $ 55.00