We all have to start somewhere! This course will introduce students to beginning glassblowing techniques and proper studio safety practices. Students will learn to gather glass, learn about the proper usage of glassblowing tools, how to create basic shapes and glass-blown forms, and how to work in a team setting. Class time will be divided […]
Elevate your stained glass proficiency to the next level by taking this 'next step' class! In this class, you will seamlessly build upon the techniques acquired in Introduction to Stained Glass. Hone and perfect your abilities in design, pattern preparation, glass selection, precision glass cutting, foiling, and soldering. This course is crafted to refine and […]
Elevate your stained glass proficiency to the next level by taking this 'next step' class! In this class, you will seamlessly build upon the techniques acquired in Introduction to Stained Glass. Hone and perfect your abilities in design, pattern preparation, glass selection, precision glass cutting, foiling, and soldering. This course is crafted to refine and […]
We all have to start somewhere! This course will introduce students to beginning glassblowing techniques and proper studio safety practices. Students will learn to gather glass, learn about the proper usage of glassblowing tools, how to create basic shapes and glass-blown forms, and how to work in a team setting. Class time will be divided […]
Discover the art of creating a ceramic candle holder from high-fire clay with Ceramic Artist Phyllis Seidner-Vesely. In this hands-on workshop, you'll be guided through the practical steps of carving and decorating your own luminary. A luminary is a ceramic object that can be used to hold a candle. Under Phyllis's experienced direction, learn the […]
A strong foundation is key to developing thoughtful and technically refined pieces when glass blowing in the hot shop. This workshop will emphasize the importance of building positive habits and solid hand skills. Students will focus on gathering glass, wall thickness, speed, ergonomics, and heat in order to create well-designed and elegant vessels. This course […]
Explore the art, symbolism, and joy in creating pysanky, a springtime Ukrainian tradition of decorating real eggshells. Students will learn the age-old method of applying hot beeswax to an emptied eggshell using a stylus, over a succession of dye baths. When the pattern is completed, the wax is removed over a candle flame, revealing the […]
A strong foundation is key to developing thoughtful and technically refined pieces when glass blowing in the hot shop. This workshop will emphasize the importance of building positive habits and solid hand skills. Students will focus on gathering glass, wall thickness, speed, ergonomics, and heat in order to create well-designed and elegant vessels. This course […]