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Intermediate Stained Glass with Silkscreen Printing

November 03, 2024

This class is for students who have previously taken a stained glass class at VisArts. In this class the students will learn to incorporate screen printing with powders to enhance their stained glass work. Screen printing allows the stained glass student to add more detail and just have fun with something new!

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Glass Fusing + Slumping (Ages 12 – 14)

November 03, 2024

Learn to fuse and slump glass in the kiln. We'll create designs by cutting colored sheet glass. By layering patterns and firing glass in kilns, students can create small decorative glass obects.

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Stained Glass (A)

November 03, 2024

Learn the basics of glass cutting, foiling, soldering and framing in order to embellish your home with stained glass panels, decorative mirrors or handmade lampshades. By the end of the class, beginners will have learned the fundamentals and completed a panel. Returning students will be able to explore more advanced techniques.

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Glass Fusing Workshop: Create a Set of Coasters (A)

November 03, 2024

Ready for a new hobby? Join us for a hands-on introduction to glass fusing! In just one day, you’ll dive into the world of glass fusing by learning how to cut, shape, and fuse glass into your very own unique coaster designs. This workshop is the perfect way to get a taste of the magic […]

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Kilnforming: Exploring the Glass Kiln

November 03, 2024

Welcome to the addictive world of kiln forming! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to hone your skills, this course has got you covered from A to Z. Kiln forming is all about shaping glass through precise temperature control, and we’ll be exploring everything from the basics to advanced techniques exploring color, pattern, and […]

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Stained Glass (Ages 12 – 14)

November 03, 2024

Embrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Select or design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil and solder your stained glass creation using the Tiffany technique. Beginners complete a small window and students with previous experience learn more advanced techniques, completing more challenging projects of their choice.

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Introduction to Stained Glass (A)

November 03, 2024

Students will learn the fundamentals of building a stained glass panel or 3D object from start to finish. Lessons will encompass pattern design, glass scoring/breaking, grinding, foiling, soldering, framing, and applying various patinas. Each student will have made at least one piece they can bring home and immediately display at the end of the class.

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Flameworking: Marbles + Sculpture

November 03, 2024

Students will focus on using the torch to create one-of-a kind marbles out of Italian glass. Several designs will be taught and we will discuss how these tools and techniques can also be used to make simple sculptures like ornaments and plant decorations. Students will also learn the science and theories of making glass objects […]

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Glass Fusing Workshop: Create a Set of Coasters (B)

November 03, 2024

Ready for a new hobby? Join us for a hands-on introduction to glass fusing! In just one day, you’ll dive into the world of glass fusing by learning how to cut, shape, and fuse glass into your very own unique coaster designs. This workshop is the perfect way to get a taste of the magic […]

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Stained Glass for the Absolute Beginner

November 03, 2024

Students will learn the fundamentals of building a stained glass panel from start to finish. This class is for students who are completely new to stained glass. Lessons will encompass pattern design, glass scoring/breaking, grinding, foiling, soldering, framing, and applying various patinas. Each student will have made at least one piece they can bring home […]

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Introduction to Stained Glass (B)

November 03, 2024

Students will learn the fundamentals of building a stained glass panel or 3D object from start to finish. Lessons will encompass pattern design, glass scoring/breaking, grinding, foiling, soldering, framing, and applying various patinas. Each student will have made at least one piece they can bring home and immediately display at the end of the class.

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Introduction to Lampworking

November 03, 2024

Learn the basics of lampworking with borosilicate glass. From gathering and mashing to sculpting, students can expect to leave the class with fundamental skills and several fully finished pieces. We will cover pendants and small sculptures, and explore your own ideas and visions. This class is best suited for beginners but can accommodate more experienced […]

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Glass + Wood Sculpture: Part II

November 03, 2024

Combine glass and wood to create a free-standing art piece. In this class, you'll explore the sculptural properties of wood while learning some basic woodworking skills, then learn how to incorporate glass into your sculpture. You'll select and prepare free-form wood pieces with your own designs using various tools and methods to accommodate the glass […]

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Flameworking: Making Glass Marbles (B)

November 03, 2024

Learn the basics of marble making using a propane torch and glass rods. Enjoy generous demonstrations, discussions and time to practice as you explore various marble styles.

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Glass Fusing + Slumping for the Absolute Beginner

November 03, 2024

Learn to fuse and slump glass in the kiln. We'll create designs by cutting colored sheet glass, using glass stringers, rods and frits. By layering patterns and firing glass in kilns, students can create tiles, bowls, plates and panels. No previous experience needed.

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Stained Glass (Ages 15 – 18)

November 03, 2024

Embrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Select or design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil and solder your stained glass creation using the Tiffany technique. Beginners complete a small window and students with previous experience learn more advanced techniques, completing more challenging projects of their choice.

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Networking: Sculptural Construction in Flameworking

November 03, 2024

Learn to build in the round with borosilicate glass rods on a propane and oxygen fed torch! In this class students will develop 3D forms utilizing the networking technique. These caged structures have the ability to get quite large. We will discuss multiples and drawing with glass, hot and cold seals, as well as design and […]

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Flameworking Glass Flora

November 03, 2024

Explore the world of flameworking and sculpting with glass. You’ll learn basic sculpting and forming techniques for borosilicate glass on the torch and gain an understanding of welds and connections by constructing flowers and other organic forms.

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