GLASS ART CLASSES

Fall 2019: Weekend & Evening Classes for the Public

GlassRoots offers a variety of beginner, intermediate and advanced lessons in glass-art across three studios known as
The Flat Shop (for mosaics, glass fusing, kilnforming, glass casting), The Flame Shop (for flameworking - lampworking)  and The Hot Shop (glassblowing). All classes are for students ages 10 and up, except in the Hot Shop where students must be 12 years old and up to participate.

Scroll down for a description of each studio and class. Or, click the button below to register now! 

Please note: Some items made in our studios may require additional cooling time, and/or finishing in our Cold Shop, and may not be available to take home the same day. In general, items will be available for pick-up 48 hours after the class has concluded. Please call before you come. We will ship items upon request for an additional fee.  

Want to make a day of it?
Take an introductory class in the morning and our intermediate class in the afternoon, in any shop, for a 10% discount.
Call 973-353-9555 and ask for our Bundled Discount Code before registering.

Register Now!

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THE FLAT SHOP
All classes for ages 10 and up
 
KILNFORMING 1: COASTER OR SUNCATCHER
Create a coaster or suncatcher using a technique called glass fusing, where disparate pieces of glass are assembled and placed in a kiln to be heated to 1500 degrees, where the pieces fuse together. Learn flat glass basics like cutting colored sheet glass into different shapes to create your glass masterpiece.
Weekends / $55
All class times 10am to 1pm, unless otherwise noted
Prerequisite: none
July 27 / Aug 3 / Sep 21 / Oct 26
Nov 17 / Dec 8
 
KILNFORMING 2: TABLEWARE
Create a glass plate or platter by assembling pieces of cut glass.  Your finished design will be placed in the kiln, where the glass will be formed into a 3-dimensional shape using a ceramic mold of your choosing, in a kilnforming technique called slumping.
Weekends / $85
All class times 2pm to 5pm, unless otherwise noted.
Prerequisite: Completion of an introductory class at GlassRoots or a comparable facility.
Aug 11 / Sept 21 / Oct 26
Nov 17 / Dec 8
 
MOSAIC MADNESS
Explore the fun and creative possibilities of mosaics! Possible designs include picture frames, house numbers, or your own unique design. You will learn the basics of mosaics using the direct method. All lessons begin with an introduction to flat shop tools, including glass clippers, running pliers and scoring knives. Supplies such as glass tiles, adhesive and grout will be provided. No prior mosaic or art experience is necessary.
Weekends / $35
All class times 10am to 1pm, unless otherwise noted.
Prerequisite: none
July 28 / Sept 7

​THE HOT SHOP
All classes for ages 12 and up
 
GLASSBLOWING SATURDAY
Glassblowing Saturday is an introductory lesson which offers participants a hands-on opportunity to try the glassblowing experience before committing to a longer format class. Teaching artists will instruct participants in traditional postures and basic techniques for controlling and shaping molten glass. Participants will take home their own glass creation.
Weekends / $90
All class times 10am to 1pm, unless otherwise noted
Prerequisite: none
July 27 / July 28 (Sunday) / Sept 28

** Special Holiday Class **
PUMPKINS! PUMPKINS! PUMPKINS!
Working in our glassblowing studio, our instructors will assist you in creating a beautiful glass pumpkin that you may keep to show off, or give as a gift!  There are eight, 1/2 hour class slots available between 10am and 2pm, based on order of registrations received. Your time slot will be emailed to you. Pumpkins will be cooled and finished and ready for pick-up the following week.
Prerequisite: none
Sunday, October 13 / $35
10am to 2pm (Eight 1/2 hour slots available between 10am and 2pm. Your time slot will be emailed to you.)

GLASSBLOWING 1
Glassblowing 1 is a four-class workshop which offers participants the opporutnity to explore glassblowing techniques in depth, and to develop individual and team skills in the Hot Shop. Teaching artists will instruct participants in traditional postures and basic techniques for controlling and shaping molten glass.
Wednesdays / $340
6:30 to 9:30pm
Prerequisite: none
Sept 4 to 25 (Sept 4,11,18 & 25)
​Oct 30-Nov 20 (Oct 30, Nov 6, 13 & 20)

GLASSBLOWING 2
Glassblowing 2 is a four-class workshop which offers participants the opportunity to expand upon skills and techniques learned in Glassblowing 1.  Teaching artists will guide participants in refining movement and deepening their understanding of the form in order to achieve desired results. Participants choose between making multiple pieces of work, or to focus on a singular piece.
Wednesdays / $340
6:30 to 9:30pm
Prerequisite: Completion of a Glassblowing 1 course at GlassRoots, or study at a comparable facility.
Oct 2 to 23 (Oct 2,9,16 & 23)

THE FLAME SHOP
All classes for ages 10 and up
 
THE ART OF BEADMAKING 1
This class introduces participants to the art of beadmaking using a torch.  Basic techniques will be demonstrated. Participants will create their own decorative beads to take home.
Weekends / $55
All class times 10am to 1pm, unless otherwise noted
Prerequisite: none
July 13 (5-8pm)
Aug 3 / Sept 8 / Oct 26 
​Nov 9 / Nov 17 / Dec 8
 
THE ART OF BEADMAKING 2
Expanding on our introductory class, participants will learn surface design techniques and more advanced shaping to create their own unique glass beads.
Weekends / $55
All class times 2pm to 5pm, unless otherwise noted.
Prerequisite: Completion of an introductory class at GlassRoots or a comparable facility.
July 21 / Aug 11 / Sept 21 (10am-1pm)
Oct 26 / ​Nov 9 / Nov 17 / Dec 8


​Want to make a day of it?
Take an introductory class in the morning and our intermediate class in the afternoon, in any shop, for a 10% discount.
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Call our office at 973-353-9555 and ask for our Bundled Discount Code before registering.

To search by studio visit our website at TAKE A CLASS.
See our CLASS POLICIES for information on formats, permissions, cancellations.
To download a printable PDF, click here.