Flameworking: Making Glass Marbles (A)
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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ONSITE: Introduction to Glass Fusing + Slumping: Create a Matching Tableware Set
In this class we will make a matching set of tableware: A set of plates, coasters, or small dishes designed to be used. Through this goal, students will be guided through an introduction to glass fusing and slumping. You will learn how to work with glass: cut and lay out designs that are then brought […]
read moreONSITE: Flameworking Workshop: Leaf Pendants (B)
Come learn about flameworking in a quick and fun afternoon class. Learn how to make glass leaf pendants using clear and colored borosilicate glass rods using the flame of a propane-oxygen torch. You'll be introduced to basic techniques as well as the tools and equipment needed to explore flame working.
read moreONSITE: Intermediate Glass Fusing + Slumping
Students will work on fused and slumped glass projects to create functional and narrative pieces. We will be creating with glass sheet, frits, powders, stringers and rod.
read moreONSITE: Glass Fusing + Slumping Intensive: Repurpose Your Fused Glass Scraps
Learn new ways to make use of the glass you already have with your scraps and pieces that didn't turn out as you hoped. Let's rework them!
read moreONSITE: Flameworking Glass Flora
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.
read moreONSITE: Stained Glass Workshop: Create a Suncatcher (A)
Learn the basics of working in VisArts' Glass studio by creating a light catcher! Students will learn to cut glass, grind the edges, foil the glass, then solder it all together.
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Lampworking
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 […]
read moreONSITE: Flameworking: Making Glass Marbles (A)
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.
read moreONSITE: Flameworking: Making Glass Beads (C)
Learn the basics of using a torch and mandrel to wind hot glass into beautiful beads that are perfect for jewelry.
read moreONSITE: Stained Glass Workshop: Create a Suncatcher (C)
Learn the basics of working in VisArts' Glass studio by creating a light catcher! Students will learn to cut glass, grind the edges, foil the glass, then solder it all together.
read moreONSITE: Glass Fusing + Slumping Intensive: Using Frits + Powders
Learn how to use glass frits and powders to produce new shapes, layer color, and achieve more painterly and detailed effects.
read moreONSITE: Flameworking: Glass Mushrooms + Plant Stakes
Create a glass mini mushroom plant to spruce up your favorite house plant. This weekend workshop will introduce students to basic flame-working techniques as well as the tools and equipment needed to melt and shape borosilicate glass.
read moreONSITE: Flameworking: Making Glass Marbles (B)
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.
read moreONSITE: Stained Glass Workshop: Create a Suncatcher (B)
Learn the basics of working in VisArts' Glass studio by creating a light catcher! Students will learn to cut glass, grind the edges, foil the glass, then solder it all together.
read moreONSITE: Continuing Lampworking
In this class we will have a refresher on lampworking basics and take our skills to the next level. We will introduce hollow glass techniques and make several finished projects that are student-lead.
read moreIntaglio Glass Engraving (A) (This class is only offered once a year!)
Explore glass engraving using the intaglio technique. This is a decorative art form used on glass. Students will use a micromotor or dremel with small diamond, stone and polishing burs, on small vessels or glass panels to create exquisite carvings on glass.
read moreONSITE: Flameworking: Making Glass Beads (D)
Learn the basics of using a torch and mandrel to wind hot glass into beautiful beads that are perfect for jewelry.
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Stained Glass
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.
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Glass Fusing Workshop
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 or panels. No previous experience needed.
read moreONSITE: Networking: Sculptural Construction in Flameworking
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 […]
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Stained Glass with Copper Foil: Create a Suncatcher (A)
An introduction to stained glass through the copper foil method. Learn to draft patterns, cut and grind glass, and solder your own stained glass suncatcher to keep.
read moreONSITE: Flameworking: Making Glass Beads (A)
Learn the basics of using a torch and mandrel to wind hot glass into beautiful beads that are perfect for jewelry.
read moreONSITE: Flameworking Workshop: Leaf Pendants (A)
Come learn about flameworking in a quick and fun afternoon class. Learn how to make glass leaf pendants using clear and colored borosilicate glass rods using the flame of a propane-oxygen torch. You'll be introduced to basic techniques as well as the tools and equipment needed to explore flame working.
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Stained Glass with Copper Foil: Create a Suncatcher (B)
An introduction to stained glass through the copper foil method. Learn to draft patterns, cut and grind glass, and solder your own stained glass suncatcher to keep.
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