GLASS ART CLASSES
STAINED GLASS
Stained glass exploded in popularity during the Middle Ages and has evolved extensively between the 12th century and modern times. We offer classes for the copper foil technique to both beginner and intermediate learners.
Students will learn how to
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prepare a pattern
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cut, grind and foil the glass
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solder
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finish and frame their art
The Beginner Course is $250 and includes five 2-hour sessions, all glass, supplies, and use of tools for the first project. The next course will begin the week of September 1. You can get more information and register here.
The Intermediate Course is $220 and includes 20 hours of studio time. Student purchases all glass and supplies. Call to schedule your intermediate course.
MOSAIC
Mosaic is the art of creating images by cutting and assembling small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials and has been practiced since 300 B.C. During a mosaic class, students will learn how to
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nip the glass
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attach the glass to the project
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grout
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clean and seal the project
The mosaic class is $95 and includes seven hours of instruction, along with grout, the use of tools and up to two pounds of mosaic glass. The Mosaic Class is one on one (or bring a friend) and offered at your convenience any time during regular business hours except Tuesday. If you would like to create a mosaic, call us and lets begin your glass journey!
FUSING
Glass was first kiln fused over 3000 years ago by the Egyptians and this led to the development of other types of hot glass work like glass blowing.
We offer 2 hour classes where you can create one of several items, then we will fire your project in our kilns. Your finished art will be available for pick up the following week.
The Fusing Class is one on one (or bring a friend) and offered at your convenience anytime during regular business hours except Tuesday. Call us to schedule your class.
Pricing will depend on which project you select. We offer
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Wind Chimes $120
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Potted Plant Stake
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Small $30
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Large $35
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Christmas Ornament $25
A $50 non refundable deposit is required for groups of 5 or more.
Skill Refresher Class
Has it been awhile since you have used that soldering iron?
Are you a new glass artists that would like a little more practice?
If you would like extra work in a certain aspect of glass art,
we now offer skill refresher classes for:
Cutting/Grinding
Foiling
Soldering
Patina
Finishing
This private class is $25 per hour and will only cover one skill per session.