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 Jan-March 2020 dates coming soon! 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. Jan-March 2020 dates coming soon! 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 Jan-March 2020 dates coming soon! |
THE HOT SHOP
All classes for ages 12 and up GLASSBLOWING SUNDAY Glassblowing Sunday 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 January 26 (additional dates to be added) 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 Jan 29 to Feb 19 (Jan 29, Feb 5, 12 & 19) 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. Jan-March 2020 dates coming soon! |
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 January 26 / February 23 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 / $85 All class times 2pm to 5pm, unless otherwise noted. Prerequisite: Completion of an introductory class at GlassRoots or a comparable facility. January 26 / February 23 Want to make a day of it? Take an introductory class in the morning and our intermediate class in the afternoon, in our Flame or Flat studios, for a 10% discount. Call our office at 973-353-9555 and ask for our Bundled Discount Code before registering. |
CONTACT USGlassRoots
Offices & Studios 10 Bleeker Street Newark, NJ 07102 (973) 353-9555 (973) 353-9551 fax info@glassroots.org |
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