PGC 1 Enroll in Hot 2, build on your existing skill set and expand your creative potential. Refine and diverge from the standard cup and bowl shape in the first few weeks before moving on to more complex forms. Explore basic color application methods and learn how to troubleshoot common problems. It is recommended that all students take this class a second time in order to continue to develop and refine basic skills before moving on to advanced hot glass classes.

 

Class tuition includes 2 hours of rental time per student to be used during the 8-week course period. Open Studio is held on Monday Nights 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

Prerequisite: Hot 1 or 24 hours of hot shop experience with instructor permission is required.

 

Class does not meet on 3/7.

 

Ages 14+

Take your coldworking to the next level in this new and exciting coldworking class. Explore how traditional coldworking can be utilized in non-traditional and modern applications. Collaborate with glass blowers in the hot shop to design colorful items then manipulate them to reveal layers of color with the lathe, sandblaster, or lap wheels. Combine found objects, cement, and glass. Then cut, laminate, and coldwork new and exciting shapes. Come away with new skills, fun projects, and inspiration for more complicated works.

 

Class tuition includes 6 hours of studio rental time to be used during the 8-week course period. Rental time is purposefully included with this 8-week course to give students independent studio time to practice the skills and will be required to be able to complete projects.

 

Class does not meet 3/7.

 

Prerequisite: Introduction to Coldworking, or equivalent 24 hours of coldworking experience with instructor permission is required.

 

Ages 14+

Explore the exciting technique of networking. This 8-week class focuses on the specialized technique of building complex glass forms by bending and welding small-diameter glass rods with a hand torch. Demonstrations will include creating both 2D and 3D forms, pulling stringers, and the use of color. The course will include one-on-one troubleshooting to assist with the planning, pattern making, and building stages of your sculptural glass forms. This class is great for someone looking to expand their skills at the torch.

Class tuition includes 2 hours of open-studio time to be used during the 8-week course period. Open Studio is held on Monday Nights 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

Prerequisite: Flame 1: Introduction to Flameworking, or equivalent 24 hours experience with instructor permission required.

Class does not meet 3/7.

Ages 14+

Build glass magic for your windowsill. In this introductory 4-hour workshop, you’ll combine the beauty of glass with the strength of solder to craft a small three-dimensional stained glass terrarium. Perfect for small plants, cuttings, or propagations, each piece becomes a stunning home for your greenery. Under the guidance of a skilled artist, you’ll learn essential stained glass techniques including glass cutting, copper foiling, soldering, and assembling. At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a handcrafted terrarium that’s ready to showcase your plants in style.

Ages 14+

 

This class will focus on more complex and specific techniques including the use of solid colors, mold-blowing, and the creation of compound shapes to create unique vessels. You will receive regular demonstrations, instructor-guided direction, and support to refine basic skills and methodology.

You may wish to take this class more than once to deepen your skill and understanding of the material. Content may vary by session.

Class tuition includes 2 hours of studio rental time to be used during the 8-week course period. Open Studio is held on Monday Nights 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

Prerequisite: Hot 2 or equivalent 48 hours experience with instructor permission required.

Class does not meet on 3/7.

Ages 14+

Take your flameworking foundation to the next level! In this class, you will learn how to use color rods (transparent, opaque, and striking colors) to their fullest potential and create glass botanicals. This class will focus on color applications, creating component parts, bridging components together, creating solid seals and detail work. Petals, tendrils and leaves will also be covered. Glass tubing will be introduced.

Class tuition includes 2 hours of open-studio time to be used during the 8-week course period. Open Studio is held on Monday nights 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

Prerequisite: Flame 1: Introduction to Flameworking, or equivalent 24 hours experience with instructor permission required.

Class does not meet on 3/7.

Ages 14+

PGC 69

Express yourself and design your own sheets of glass. First, you will learn several techniques for working with glass powder, frit, and stringer to design your own glass. Next, you will use your custom made glass in fused glass projects to create beautiful objects based on your personal style. No experience needed.

Class does not meet on 3/1.

Ages 14+