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Introduction to Glass Art: Torch Working and Beadmaking

Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

  • Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
  • Turning torches on and operating equipment, tools, and flame techniques.
  • Participants will learn how to create bead forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
  • Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided.

Saturday, June 4
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

Introduction to Glass Art: Suncatchers and Coasters

Create suncatchers and coasters in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

  • Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
  • Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment.
  • Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
  • Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided. 

Saturday, May 14
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

Introduction to Glass Art: Beadmaking

Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

  • Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
  • Turning torches on and operating equipment, tools, and flame techniques.
  • Participants will learn how to create bead forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
  • Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided.

Saturday, May 7
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore

Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

 

Introduction to Glass Art: Suncatchers and Coasters

Create suncatchers and coasters in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

  • Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
  • Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment.
  • Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
  • Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided. 

Saturday, April 9
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

 

Introduction to Glass Art: Pendants, Earrings and Rings

Create pendants, earrings and rings in this hands-on introductory glass art workshop. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass. 

Students will focus on:

  • Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
  • Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment.
  • Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
  • Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided. 

Saturday, April 23
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

 

Introduction to Glass Art: Beadmaking

Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

  • Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
  • Turning torches on and operating equipment, tools, and flame techniques.
  • Participants will learn how to create bead forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
  • Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided.

Saturday, March 26
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) All levels

Introduction to Glass Art: Pendants, Earrings and Rings

Create pendants, earrings, rings, suncatchers, or coasters in this hands-on introductory glass art workshop. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass. 

Students will focus on:

  • Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
  • Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment.
  • Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
  • Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided. 

Saturday, March 12
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore

Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

 

Introduction to Glass Art: Suncatchers and Coasters

Create  suncatchers and coasters in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium. All supplies are provided. 

Students will focus on:

1. Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.

2. Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment. 

3. Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles. 

4. Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

Monday, January 31
5 – 9 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

 

 

Introduction to Glass Art: Beadmaking

Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium. All supplies are provided. 

Students will focus on:

1. Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.

2. Turning torches on and operating equipment, tools, and flame techniques. 

3. Participants will learn how to create bead forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles. 

4. Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

Monday, February 21
5 – 9 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels:

Introduction to Glass Art: Beadmaking

Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium. All supplies are provided. 

Students will focus on:

1. Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.

2. Turning torches on and operating equipment, tools, and flame techniques. 

3. Participants will learn how to create bead forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles. 

4. Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

Saturday, January 15
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels