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Glass Fusing (Ages 9-11)

January 23, 2024

Let's learn how to fuse and slump glass in a furnace called a kiln. We'll make cool designs by cutting out colorful sheets of glass. When we layer different colors on top of each other and fire them in the kiln, the glass fuses together into a finished object. We'll make small pieces of art […]

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Stained Glass (Ages 12-14)

January 23, 2024

Embrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. You'll select and design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil and solder your creation using the copper foil technique and lead-free solder. Beginners will complete a simple suncatcher and more experienced students will explore more advanced designs. Students in the 9-11 age group […]

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Metal Jewelry (Ages 12-14)

January 23, 2024

Learn to make wearable, metal earrings, necklaces and bracelets! We’ll cut, texture and shape metal using traditional metalworking tools, and try stamping and making holes for attaching. Then, we’ll sand, file and finish before exploring wire and beading techniques to join our pieces together. (Students in the 12-14 age group will have the opportunity to […]

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Glass Fusing (Ages 12-14)

January 23, 2024

Let's learn how to fuse and slump glass in a furnace called a kiln. We'll make cool designs by cutting out colorful sheets of glass. When we layer different colors on top of each other and fire them in the kiln, the glass fuses together into a finished object. We'll make small pieces of art […]

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Fused Glass: Sculpture (Ages 12-14)

January 23, 2024

In this introduction to glass fusing class, students will learn how to cut glass, assemble it and make unique pieces of art to take home with them by the end of the week!

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ONSITE: Glass Fusing + Slumping for the Absolute Beginner

November 02, 2023

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.

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ONSITE: Glass + Wood Sculpture

November 02, 2023

Create a free-standing sculpture with both wood and glass elements. You’ll explore the sculptural properties of wood while learning some basic woodworking skills. and learn how to incorporate glass into your piece. This class is for students skilled in glass who want to learn about wood.

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ONSITE: Glass Fusing: Form + Function

November 02, 2023

Learn how to design objects for everyday use in the home, from coasters to tableware. You’ll learn how to work with glass: cut and lay out designs that are then brought to a full fuse in the kiln. In this class you will learn how to work with slumping molds, and create objects you'll love […]

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ONSITE: Intermediate Stained Glass

November 02, 2023

This class is for students who have previously taken a stained glass class at VisArts. Use this class to finish working on projects already started or begin a new project. This is a great opportunity to reinvigorate your creative practice with glass!

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ONSITE: Stained Glass (B)

November 02, 2023

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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ONSITE: Stained Glass (C)

November 02, 2023

Learn the basics of glass cutting, foiling, soldering and framing in order to create projects to embellish your home like 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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ONSITE: Stained Glass (A)

November 02, 2023

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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ONSITE: Stained Glass for the Absolute Beginner

November 02, 2023

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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ONSITE: Introduction to Stained Glass

November 02, 2023

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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