Classes
Please contact me to inquire of current class postings and availability.
(See "How to Register" below)
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
GETTING STARTED: An Introduction to Fusing Glass
Before you could walk you learned to crawl and before you can create glass art you have to learn to cut glass – safely, effectively and efficiently. In this introductory class you will learn the basics of glass cutting using a variety of tools and materials. With ample practice and helpful hints you will be slicing and dicing like a top chef and ready to begin building with glass.
While learning basic concepts of glass fusing, you will create a 5” square plate (or tile) and a handful of 1” square pieces (that you can use as magnets) that you can use to experiment with different techniques and materials. Some of the concepts discussed will include kiln forming (how your design will behave at different temperatures) as well as how various shapes are created and most importantly, how volume (or the amount of glass used) affects design.
You will have access to clear, transparent, opalescent, and patterned glass, frit and stringer. All tools, materials and kiln firings needed for your class project are included in the class and materials fees. Class projects will be available for pickup one week following the date of class.
Class Fee $30 / Material Fee $28
FUSED GLASS JEWELRY
Pendants, bracelets, earrings – oh my! You decide what you want to create in this fun, hands-on, fused glass jewelry class. Explore the many design possibilities using a variety of materials including dichroic coated glass, fiber paper, copper and aluminum. Materials fee is dependant on what materials you choose to use and the number and type of jewelry pieces you create. All tools, materials and kiln firings needed for your class project are included in the class and materials fees. Class projects will be available for pickup one week following the date of class. Pendant pictured shows example of materials fee of $12.
Class Fee $25 / Materials Fee - project dependent
Pre-requisite: Getting Started Class or recent glass cutting experience
HOLIDAY CREATIONS
Create unique one of a kind gifts for friends and family. Inspiring ideas and templates for holiday creations will be provided and demonstrated. Experiment with glass noodles and stringers to add intricate embellishments to your design. Create as many ornaments as you desire or a holiday table top decoration. Materials fee is dependant on the number and type of projects you create. All tools, materials and kiln firings needed for your class project are included in the class and materials fees. Class projects will be available for pickup one week following the date of class. Ornament pictured left shows example of materials fee of $8.
Class Fee $25 / Materials Fee - project dependent
Pre-requisite: Getting Started Class or recent glass cutting experience
FLOWER POCKETS AND FRAMES
Learn how to create “flower pockets” – a bud vase designed to hang on walls or windows to display a stem of fresh or dried flowers. In this class you will learn how to create pockets in glass and add dimension using fiber paper as well as how to incorporate custom hangers using high temperature wire. Materials fee per pocket: $15.
Enhance your child’s art or a fun photo with a fused glass frame. Learn how to create fused glass 5 X 7” frame(s) using a variety of glass including frit and stringer. Materials fee per frame: $18.
This class offers each participant the ability to create a flower pocket(s) and/or a fused glass frame(s). *Create as many or as few as you like. Materials fee will be determined based on what projects you create. Class projects will be available for pickup one week following the date of the class.
Class Fee $25 / Materials Fee - project dependent
Pre-requisite: Getting Started Class or recent glass cutting experience
HOW TO REGISTER
Advanced registration is required for all classes. First, send an email to reserve your space in an upcoming class. Then mail the completed registration form and class fee to Studio238. Your email notification holds your space in the class up to 72 hours until your registration form and class fee have been received. Materials fee will be collected at the time of the class. Studio238 is unable to accept payment with plastic. Please make checks payable to Studio238.
CLASS CANCELLATIONS
A minimum of 4 participants is required for all glass classes. Classes which fail to meet the minimum enrollment three days prior to the start of the class will be cancelled and registered students will be notified via e-mail in which case your class fees will be fully refunded.
WITHDRAWAL/REFUND POLICY
If you wish you withdraw your registration, notify Studio238 via email at least 48 hours prior to the registered class time to receive a full refund.
SUGGESTIONS
Studio238 welcomes your ideas about classes and workshops. If you have an interest for a glass class which isn’t currently being offered or a suggestion for different class times which you would be available please send your suggestions via email to Studio238.