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Introduction to Glass Art: Kiln Forming

Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass into molds along with various tools and techniques. Students will also slump glass bottles to create unique spoon rests, charcuterie boards and more! 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.

Saturday, March 25
10 am – 2 pm

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

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:

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.

All supplies are provided.

Saturday, March 4
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Age: 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. 

Monday, February 20
5 – 9 pm

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

Introduction to Glass Art: Kiln Forming

Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass into molds along with various tools and techniques. Students will also slump glass bottles to create unique spoon rests, charcuterie boards and more! 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.

Saturday, February 11
10 am – 2 pm

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

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:

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.

All supplies are provided.

Saturday, January 28
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Age: 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, January 14 
10 am – 2 pm

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

 

Winter Break Teen Art Camp: Introduction to Glass Art

Teens ages 12 – 18 will have fun exploring the various techniques and versatility of glass art. In this 5 day camp, students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass. Additionally, students will learn torch and lamp working combining various tools and techniques.  Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Students will walk away with art works in the form of suncatchers, coasters, jewelry, beads and small sculptures. A mid camp snack and all supplies provided.

Monday – Friday, December 26 – 30
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: 12 – 18 | All Levels

Introduction to Glass Art: Kiln Forming and Holiday Ornaments

Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass into molds along with various tools and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create holiday ornaments, slump glass bottles to create unique spoon rests, charcuterie boards and more! 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.

Saturday, December 17 
10 am – 2 pm

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

Introduction to Glass Art: Kiln Forming and Holiday Ornaments

Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass into molds along with various tools and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create holiday ornaments, slump glass bottles to create unique spoon rests, charcuterie boards and more! 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.

Monday, November 28 
5 – 9 pm

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

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:

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.

All supplies are provided.

Saturday, November 12
10 am – 2 pm

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