FALL

2011 Events

SCHOOL, STUDIO AND GALLERY DEDICATED TO THE GLASS AND METAL FIRE ARTS
CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS FOR STUDENTS AGE TEEN TO ADULT / EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS

Benton Harbor Arts District Sat., Sept. 17, 12 - 10pm Artoberfest is a celebration of all that the Benton Harbor Arts District has to offer. You can expect to enjoy great food and beverages, live musical and dance performances. You can also peruse the works of local artists and take a piece of the Arts District home with you. $5 per person after 5pm.

ARTOBERFEST

WSG Fundraising Opener Event Friday Oct. 21, 5 9 pm

THE GREAT GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH

FALL ART HOP Friday, October 21, 5 - 9pm Featuring the Opening Reception for SUSTAINABLE GRACE Metal Works of Lisa Elias Sustainable Grace is an exhibition of the fluidity and organic nature of Lisa Elias' artistic expression through metal. A wellknown artist from Minneapolis that has exhibited her works across the country, shares with us her Art Nuvaue inspired pieces in the Dorris Akers Gallery at Water Street Glassworks. The exhibit will be on display until Sat., Nov. 19. Lisa Elias will also be teaching two workshops Oct. 22: Trivets & Oct. 23: Candle Holders. See page 8 for more details.

BENTON HARBOR ARTS DISTRICT

Beautiful hand-blown pumpkins will be available for sale from our glass pumpkin patch beginning the evening of the Fall Arts Hop. Watch glassblowers create pumpkins, autumn leaves and more right before your eyes! Next door Water Street GelatoWorks will offer up seasonal gelato flavors and spooky Halloween treats. Hand blown fall items will be available for sale in the Dorris Akers Gallery until Sat., Nov. 19.

Saturday, November 19, 7pm Lecturer: Keith Moffat Join us for an evening with Keith Moffat and his extensive collection of European goblets dating back to the 18th century. Keith will show various examples of the hand blown vessels all while telling the story of the beverage evolution through the "art of the glass". This event is free and open to the public.

HISTORY OF GOBLETS

Fri., Nov. 25 - Fri., Dec. 23 Thanksgiving Weekend: Nov. 25, 26 & 27, 10am 5pm Weekend Hours: Saturdays, 10am 5pm & Sundays 1 4pm Weekday Hours: 10 am 5 pm Find something beautiful to give or to get and make your gift-giving count this year at WSGs Annual Holiday Sale. 70% of your purchase goes directly to the artist and 30% supports the programs at WSG. Choose from a dazzling array of glass and metal pieces for the home. Deck your halls and tree with hand-blown and fused glass ornaments created by WSG artists.

WSGS ANNUAL STUDENT & FACULTY HOLIDAY GLASS SALE

FIRED UP! WINTER EXHIBIT OPENING AND DEMONSTRATIONS

Saturday, December 10, 6 - 8pm Warm your heart and belly! See an exhibit of work created in the fall semester of the Fired Up! teen glass program and be amazed as they demonstrate their talents in four different studios at WSG. Enjoy a cup of delicious chili and refreshments at this fiery, fun, family event. The WSG Holiday Sale will also be open late for shopping! This event is free and open to the public.

WATER STREET GELATOWORKS NEWS:

WSGW will be changing over to its new Fall Hours starting after Labor Day. Fall Hours: Tues.- Thur., 12 - 8pm Fri. & Sat., 12-9pm WSGW will continue its popular Family Game Night every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month throughout the fall. Check our Facebook page for upcoming events!

We would love to cater your next holiday party, a wedding or event of any size. We sell in bulk or we can bring our mobile gelato cart to you! Call us for more details at (269) 925-5545.

GELATOWORKS MOBILE CART!

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Class registration begins Tuesday, August 30 at 10am. All courses and rental times are based on Eastern Standard Time. OFFICE HOURS: Tues. - Thurs., 10am-5pm; Fri., 10am-6pm; Sat., 12am-4pm REGISTER: By phone (269) 925-5555 or in person during office hours. PAYMENT: Due no more than 5 days after registration and must be made through the office. (Instructors are not responsible for payments). We accept Visa, Master Card, cash or check made payable to: WATER STREET GLASSWORKS, PO BOX 161, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49023 CANCELLATION: Refunds given up to 7 days prior to the first class meeting only. PARKING: Parking and entrance to studio are in back of the Hinkley Building. SPECIAL NOTICES: Future prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in utility prices. We reserve the right to cancel, reschedule or adjust class levels according to demand. You will be sent a confirmation once enrollment requirements are met or if a class is cancelled. Your payment is held until enrollment is met. If a a class is cancelled your payment will be returned or shredded. All students must sign a liability waiver on the first day of class. Krasl Art Center member discount of $15 per class is available for courses $65 and up. For Krasl membership information, call the KAC at (269) 983-0271.

WSG CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

GLASSBLOWING CORE CLASSES

FOR AGES 15 & UP

Rental sign-up begins Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 10am. Hot shop rental hours are available only to students who have successfully completed intermediate level courses at WSG (or equivalent from another studio) and can safely demonstrate a proficient level of skill. Contact the office for an interview/audition. Sign up with a partner or one will be assigned to you. FALL HOT SHOP RENTAL HOURS: Mon., Wed. & Fri., 2-6pm Tues. & Thurs., 6-10pm LIMIT: 4 renters per session. SIGN-UP: Contact the Studio Manager at (269) 925-1944. No email registrations during first week of sign-up. PAYMENT: $70 per person, per session; shared bench. Full payment is due no more than 5 days after sign-up. CANCELLATION: No refunds after 7 days prior to date of rental. SPECIAL RENTAL DATES: The studio will also be available for rental on: Fridays: 6 - 10pm Sept., 16, 23 Oct., 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov., 4, 11, 18, 25 Dec., 2, 9, 16 Saturdays: 2 - 6pm / Call for 10am - 2pm availabilities. Sept. 10, 24 Oct., 15, 29 Nov., 12, 19, 26 Dec., 3, 10, 17 Sundays: 2 - 6pm / Call for 10am - 2pm availabilities. Sept., 11, 25 Oct., 16, 30 Nov., 13, 20, 27 Dec., 11, 18 Renters must be proficient in cutting and shaping glass, foiling and soldering, and appropriate use of studio tools. Tools and kiln time are included in rental fee. Materials and instruction are not included in rental fee. A Water Street Glassworks studio tech is present. Please understand that larger projects may require an extra fee if extra kiln space or time is needed. NOTE: The fusing & stained glass studio now requires preregistration. FUSING STUDIO RENTAL HOURS: Tues., 6 - 9pm STAINED GLASS STUDIO RENTAL: Fri., 6 - 9pm Other times are available by appointment only. PAYMENT: $10 per person, per hour. You must have completed a Beginning Bead Class and be age 12 and older to use the studio. Tools and supplies are included. There is no formal instruction during studio rental. NOTE: The bead studio now requires preregistration. BEAD STUDIO RENTAL HOURS: Mon. Wed., Fri. & Sat., 2-6pm; Tues. & Thurs., 6-10pm. Other times are available by appointment only. PAYMENT: $12 per person, per hour.

HOT SHOP STUDIO RENTAL

Master Glassblower Jerry Catania

WSG Matriculation Sequence For Glassblowing

Glassblowing instruction in the WEEKEND WORKSHOP FORMAT is sequenced into four courses: two (2) beginning courses (Beginning 1, 2), and two (2) intermediate courses (Intermediate 1, 2). In the 4-WEEKNIGHT FORMAT four courses are required (Beginning 1 & 2 and Intermediate 1 & 2). Tutoring is available in between each session if you or the instructor feels more experience is needed to progress to the next level. After successful completion of either sequence, you are eligible for studio rental, allowing access to the glassblowing studio in four-hour reserved time slots.

FUSING & STAINED GLASS STUDIO RENTAL

Class Safety Requirements

The following safety precautions apply to all artists and students in all Water Street Glassworks classes and studios, regardless of experience: Protective eyewear is required and provided. Prescription eyeglasses are acceptable. ear only non-flammable fabrics; 100% cotton is W recommended. ong pants/jeans are required. No shorts. L ear long-sleeved shirts or short sleeves with arm W protection (Kevlar sleeves are provided). ear closed-toe, non-skid shoes and socks. No W sandals. o jewelry or acrylic nails allowed. N Long hair must be tied back.

BEAD STUDIO RENTAL

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GLASSBLOWING:
FOUR-WEEK COURSES
BEGINNING GLASSBLOWING 1 4-Week Course

GLASSBLOWING:
WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
BEGINNING GLASSBLOWING 1 Weekend Workshop

Mondays, Sept. 12 - Oct. 3, 6 8:30pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This hands-on course introduces the art of glassblowing to the beginner. Learn skills and techniques for manipulating molten hot glass into vessels. Lectures, instructional videos, demonstrations and critiques augment studio instruction. You will work in teams of two. No experience required. All materials are provided. $245.

INTERMEDIATE GLASSBLOWING 1: BIT WORK 4-Week Course

Wednesdays, Sept. 14 - Oct. 5, 6 8:30pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Move beyond the basic vessel and focus on the techniques and teamwork necessary to accurately and safely apply "bits" such as handles, feet, wraps and prunts. Exercises to develop these skills will be applied to your own design interests. Prerequisite: Beginning 2. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. $245.

Sat. & Sun., Sept. 10 & 11, 9am - 2pm OR Sat. & Sun., Sept. 24 & 25, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This hands-on workshop introduces the art of glassblowing to the beginner. Learn skills and techniques for manipulating molten hot glass into vessels. Lectures, instructional videos, demonstrations and critiques augment studio instruction. You will work in teams of two. No experience required. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $245.

BEGINNING GLASSBLOWING 2 4-Week Course

Mondays, Oct. 17 - Nov. 7, 6 8:30pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Develop the basic techniques and skills learned in Beginning 1, starting with practicing desired shapes and ending with an introduction to color. Prerequisite: Beginning 1. All materials are provided. $245.

GLASSBLOWING TUTORING BY APPOINTMENT Instructors: Becky Wehmer & Eli Zilke If you have completed a glassblowing level but still feel a little behind, we now offer tutoring! Becky or Eli will work with you one-on-one to determine where you are having the most difficulty and help you improve your skills. You can schedule 2 hrs, 3 hrs, or 4 hrs. Contact the Studio Manager at (269) 925-1944. or via email becky@waterstreetglassworks.org $65/hr.

BEGINNING GLASSBLOWING 2 Weekend Workshop

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 15 & 16, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Develop the basic techniques and skills learned in Beginning 1, starting with practicing desired shapes and ending with an introduction to color. Prerequisite: Beginning Glassblowing 1 Weekend Workshop. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $245.

INTERMEDIATE GLASSBLOWING 2 4-Week Course

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 29 & 30, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Move beyond the basic vessel and focus on the techniques and teamwork necessary to accurately and safely apply "bits" such as handles, feet, wraps and prunts. Exercises that develop these skills will be practiced and applied to your particular design interests. Prerequisite: Beginning 3 Weekend Workshop. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. Bring a lunch. $245.

INTERMEDIATE GLASSBLOWING 1: BIT WORK Weekend Workshop

Wednesdays, Oct. 19 - Nov. 9, 6 8:30pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This course builds on basic color and shaping techniques covered in the Beginning 2 and Intermediate 1 courses. Incalmo, wraps, cane pick-ups, optical mold designs, cane drawing, etc. will be covered. Prerequisite: Intermediate 1. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. $245.

INTERMEDIATE GLASSBLOWING 2 Weekend Workshop

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 12 & 13, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This class builds on basic color and shaping techniques covered in the Beginning 2 and Intermediate 1 courses. Incalmo, wraps, cane pick-ups, optical mold designs, cane drawing, etc. will be covered. Prerequisite: Intermediate 1 Weekend Workshop. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. Bring a lunch. $245.

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SPECIAL TOPICS GLASS

FALL HARVEST:
Sun., Sept. 18, 12 5pm Instructor: Becky Wehmer & Eli Zilke Learn or refresh your skills to make pumpkins, acorns and leaves in this blown and sculpted, hot glass workshop. Make blown glass harvest for your fall dcor. Use your new skills and volunteer to create pumpkins for WSGs Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser. Prerequisite Intermediate Glassblowing I. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. $95.

PUMPKINS, ACORNS & LEAVES, OH MY!

Sun., Oct. 9, 10am-4pm OR Sun., Dec. 4, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Apply the principle of centrifugal force to ladle cast glass and - voila! - you get one-of-a-kind, beautiful bowls. Form bowl shapes in sand and press in patterns to create one-use molds. Pour in the glass and spin for a winning, functional, work of art. Expect to make several pieces. No experience required. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $150.

SPIN TO WIN!: CENTRIFUGAL CASTING

GLASS & METAL SCULPTURE FOR THE GARDEN Weekend Workshop

Sept. 30 - Oct. 2 Fri., 6-9 pm / Sat. & Sun., 10am5pm Instructor: Jerry Catania & Josh Andres Create your own ladle-cast glass and forged/fabricated metal sculptures for the garden in this weekend workshop. We'll start by learning how to ladle molten glass into sand molds and then move on to metal forging and welding. Expect to complete 12 garden sculptures by the end of the weekend. No experience required. All materials provided. Dress for mess and safety. Bring a lunch.$290.

Nov. 6, Sun., 10 5pm Visiting Instructor: Jody fine Have lots of fun with the legendary "Marble King", artist Jody Fine. Jody shares some Tricks of the Trade with special blowing techniques, marble making and cane pulling. Prerequisite Intermediate Glassblowing I. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. $130.

NEW! TRICKS OF THE TRADE

NEW! GOBLETS 4-week course

Sat., Sept. 17, 1-5pm Instructors: Jerry Catania, Carolyn OHearn & Becky Wehmer Try your hand at several glass topics: paperweights, fusing and beadmaking in this sampler platter workshop. Expect to create one weight, two fused pieces and several beads. No experience required. All materials provided. $130.

TASTE OF GLASS: INTRODUCTION TO THREE STUDIOS

Saturdays, Nov. 19 - Dec. 10, 9am - 12pm New Instructor: Eli Zilke In this class, students will learn to assemble Venetian goblets in parts. They will also learn the blown foot, blown stem and the blow pull method of blowing cups. Prerequisite Intermediate Glassblowing II. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. $195.

Sat., Oct. 8, 10am-6pm Visiting Instructor: Barbara Thomas Yerace Students will have ample hands-on experience as they learn the classic techniques of shaping the glass and adding color designs, creating beautiful unique ornaments. Just in time for the holidays. Bring your own color frit. Prerequisite Intermediate Glassblowing I. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. $150.

BLOWN GLASS ORNAMENTS

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BEADMAKING
(AGES 12 & UP)
VIKING KNIT

(AGES 12 & UP)

JEWELRY

Please see page 2 for studio rental info.

BEGINNING BEADMAKING

4-week course

Wednesdays, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Kerri LeRoux Learn basic methods and techniques of making glass beads using a tabletop torch. Shape, mold and decorate molten glass into beads for use in jewelry. Learn wraps, stringers, dots, twisties and more! Instruction includes lecture, demonstration and lots of hands-on studio time. No experience required. All materials are provided.$145.

Sat., Nov. 5, 12-4pm Instructor: Kerri LeRoux Learn to weave wire into a beautiful Viking Knit chain. Viking Knit chain can be used to make necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Learn the technique for single, double and even triple-weave Viking Knit. When you leave class, you will have the tools and information needed to continue making Viking Knit at home. No experience required. All materials provided. $65.

NEW! COLD CONNECTIONS 2-week course

Instructor: Kerri LeRoux Sat. & Sun., Oct. 22 & 23, 9am -1pm Learn how to make a variety of Halloween inspired beads to wear or display. Make children in pumpkin clothing, ghosts, webs, spiders and witches hats utilizing the minor torches. Prerequisite: Beginning Beadmaking. All materials provided. $115.

NEW! HALLOWEEN FUN: WEEKEND WORKSHOP

New Instructor: Eli Zilke Sat., Nov. 5, 9am - 1pm Students will learn about big bead and the steps to make them. Students can expect to use minor torches, large mandrels and learn about the process of annealing. Students will also learn to work with frit, apply silver leaf and many other new techniques. Prerequisite: Beginning Beadmaking. All materials provided. $75.

NEW! BIG BEADS!

Instructor: Angela Caldwell Mondays., Oct. 10 & 17, 6 - 9pm Learn the basics of cold connections: rivets, tube rivets, prongs, and micro connectors while creating either links for a bracelet or a pendant/earring set. We will use copper and brass along with "odds and ends" peices of metal to create interesting combinations. Skills you will also learn are: cutting, hammering, sawing and how to make jump rings. No experience required. All materials are provided. $95.

Instructor: Kerri LeRoux Sat. & Sun., Dec. 3 & 4, 9am -1pm Learn how to make a variety of Christmas inspired beads to wear or display. Use the minor torches to make gumdrops, snowmen, trees, stripes, Christmas lights and Santa. Prerequisite: Beginning Beadmaking. All materials provided. $115.

NEW! WHAT I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS: WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Instructor: Angela Caldwell Mon., Dec. 5, 6 - 9pm Come and play with an assortment of wire. In thes class we will make free form 2-D and 3-D wire "assemblages" using various colors and gauges of wire. Let your imagination take off as you learn basic wire skills & design your abstract or figurative sculpture. No experience required. All materials are provided. $65.

NEW! FREE FORM WIRE SCULPTURE

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(AGES 12 & UP, EXCEPT 'TWEEN FUSING)

TGIF = TRY GLASS ITS FRIDAY! LAYERED LANDSCAPES 4-week course

KILN-FORMED GLASS

Fridays (listed below), 12-1pm Instructor: Carolyn OHearn Come and try fused glass projects on your lunch hour no experience necessary. Design and decorate on your pre-cut glass base and well take care of the firing and finishing . $25 per class. Sept. 16 Pendants (5) Sept. 23 6" Sushi Plate Sept. 30 Wasabi Dishes Set (2) Oct. 7 Draped Votive Holder Oct. 14 Pocket Flower Vase Oct. 21 6" Round Bowl Oct. 28 6" Square Plate Nov. 4 Night Lights (2) Nov. 11 6" x 8" Cheese Plate Nov. 18 Coaster Set (2)

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Instructor: Carolyn OHearn Fridays, Sept. 16 - Oct. 7, 2-4pm Focus on development of background, midground and foreground using optical and textural techniques to create a multilayered landscape panel in glass. Prerequisite: moderate proficiency in cutting and shaping sheet glass. $180.

NEW! KILN-FORMED GLASS STRIP CONSTRUCTION 2-week course

Instructor: Cindy Fielding Thurs., Oct. 13, 6pm 8pm OR Thurs., Oct., 20, 6pm 8pm Choose from the following list of projects: 7" x 12" serving platter: $65 10 x 10 sushi plate or square rimmed plate: $65 3.5 x 3.5 coasters (set of 4): $60 6 x 6 sushi plate or square rimmed plate (set of 2): $50 6 round bowls (set of 2): $50 Pre-registration is required (not a drop-in class) Project must be selected at the time of registrations to ensure materials are available at class time. No experience required. All materials provided. Fees are according to the projects as listed.

GLASS A LA CARTE

Instructor: Carolyn OHearn Saturdays, Oct. 22 & 29, 9am 12pm Like lines? This is the class for you! Using strips of glass bundled together on their edges, we will construct a substantial glass art panel for display or to slump for functional use. Think outside the box to create voids or irregular edges using fiber products. Prerequisite: Intermediate fusing class & proficiency cutting sheet glass. $145.

NEW! PAINTING ENAMELS ON GLASS 2-week course

BEGINNING FUSED GLASS 2-week course

Instructor: Cindy Fielding Thurs., Sept. 15 & 22, 6-8pm Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing. This introductory class focuses on creating good designs, proper use of tools, different types of glass materials and techniques. Well complete 2 3 projects. If you have a design idea bring it with you! No experience required. All materials provided for basic projects. $85.

Instructor: Cindy Fielding Saturdays, Nov., 5 & 12, 10am 12pm Learn to mix custom colors, achieve special effects and fire enamels on glass. We will use liquid enamels and use techniques like wet pack method and sgrafitto to complete two projects. No experience required. All materials provided. $130.

NEW! FUN WITH FIBER FELT 2-week course

NEW! KILN-FORMED GLASS WORKSHOP Priniciples & Practicalities of Firing Techniques

'TWEEN FUSING: (Ages 9 12) 2-week course

Instructor: Carolyn OHearn Fridays Sept. 16 & 23, 4: 30pm 6pm OR Oct. 14 & 21, 4: 30pm 6pm Bring your imagination and your sketchbook as we learn to cut and shape glass, plan and complete your designs, and maybe add a few touches you would not expect to see in fused glass! No experience required. All materials provided. $70.

Instructor: Carolyn OHearn Sat., Oct. 15, 10am 12pm For those who want to learn more about the details of kiln use, shelf preparation, firing schedules, terminology, product selection and side by side comparison of the variables. This class is a discussion format with some hands on experience with each of the steps including the determination and programming of firing schedules. Samples and notes provided. No experience required. All materials provided. $65.

Instructor: Cindy Fielding Thursdays, Nov., 10 & 17, 6pm - 8pm We'll create two projects using fiber felt that add dimension to your glass. This technique looks great on simple clear glass or can be combined with additional transparent glasses and additional techniques. No experience required. All materials provided. $130.

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(AGES 12 & UP, EXCEPT 'TWEEN FUSING)

CREATE AN ORNAMENT

KILN-FORMED GLASS

STAINED GLASS & MOSAIC

(AGES 12 & UP)

(1 hour project, 7 available timeslots) Instructor: Carolyn OHearn Fri., Dec. 9: 12pm, 2pm, 5pm and 7pm OR Sat., Dec. 10: 10am, 12pm, and 2pm Make an heirloom or a memory (or both!) Choose precut glass shapes to decorate. A variety of sparkly and specialty glass will be available for all ages to decorate their artwork. Ornaments will be fired and ready for pickup by December 16. No experience required. All materials provided. (2 ornaments) $30.

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STAINED GLASS MOSAIC GLASS WINDOW 4-week course

Instructor: Carolyn OHearn Wednesdays, Oct. 5 - 26, 6 - 8pm Repurpose a wood-framed window (approx. 20x24) as a stained glass mosaic for display in your home or garden. No experience required. Bring your own gently used window or we will provide (add $20). All other materials provided. $115.

Fridays, October 14, 21, 28, 2 - 4pm Please join us in the fusing studio for one or all of the above dates to help create ornaments for Water Street Glassworks Annual Holiday Sale. Come when you can, leave when you must. Cider & snacks incentive!

CALLING ALL FUSERS!

NEW! BEGINNING COPPER FOIL STAINED GLASS TECHNIQUES: SUNCATCHER 2-week course

Saturdays, Nov. 19, 1 - 3pm, & Nov. 26, 1 - 5pm Instructor: Mary Jane McNish The first session is a quick learning class to prepare you for creating copper foil stained glass piece. You will learn what all the tools are for, and practice each step: cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering. The second class you will execute what you've learned to create your own sun catcher. No experience needed. All supplies provided. $95.

STAINED GLASS & MOSAIC

(AGES 12 & UP)

BEGINNING LEAD STAINED GLASS TECHNIQUES: LEADED STAINED GLASS WINDOW 2-week course

Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 7 - 9pm & Dec. 14, 7 - 8pm Instructor: Mary Jane McNish A mosaic trivet makes a nice gift or a colorful piece to match your dining area. Before class, prepare a 6" x 6" square design. The first evening you will create your design using pre-cut glass in a mold, then grout your piece. On the second day, you will seal the top with a water resistant top coat and take home your ready to use original trivet. No experience required. All materials provided. $55.

NEW! GLASS MOSIAC TRIVET

Saturdays, Sept. 24, 1 - 3pm & Oct. 1, 1 - 5pm Instructor: Mary Jane McNish Your first session is a quick learning class to prepare you for creating a leaded glass window. You will learn what all the tools are for and practice each step; work surface, pattern prep, cutting, grinding, fitting, soldering joints and framing. The second class you will execute what you've learned to create your own stained glass leaded window with a beautiful piece of beveled glass as the centerpiece. No experience required. All materials provided. $95.

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METAL: BLACKSMITHING & WELDING

(AGES 15 & UP)
BLACKSMITHING 4-week course CREATIVE WELDING

Tuesdays, Sept. 13 - Oct. 4, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Ted Guimond This workshop is designed to accomodate the beginning blacksmithing student. Learn forging techniques and work on several of the following projects: nails, letter openers, S hooks, cooking implements and campfire hardware or a project of your own design. Beginning students must demonstrate prerequisite skills prior to starting an advanced project. Class will include fire tending, hammering techniques, decorative twists, use of special tools and more. No experience required. All materials provided. $210.

Mondays, Sept. 12 - Oct. 3, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Aaron Closson Creative Welding is open to all levels of student with or without previous experience and is geared toward artistic welding and metalworking. Learn safety in the studio and how to handle the tools and machinery in order to cut, bend, hammer, torch and weld steel to create metal artwork. No experience required. All materials provided. $210.

Sat., Oct. 15, 12 5pm Instructor: Ted Guimond Create decorative and useful wrought iron items for the home. Projects may include: coat hooks, plant hangers, trivets, oven rack puller, banana stand, door hardware, kitchen utensil rack and S hooks, paper towel and toilet paper holders. Prerequisite: Beginning Blacksmithing or equivalent experience. All materials provided. $185.

DECORATIVE HOME ITEMS

Sat., Sept. 24, 12-6pm Instructor: Josh Andres Create a metal Feeder that will last a lifetime. Use welders, plasma cutters, and various metal working tools to create an artistic winter feeding station or winter home for your garden. Select a design you like or create your own. Prerequisite: Creative Welding 1 or equivalent experience. All materials provided. $115.

WELDING: BIRDFEEDER / BIRDHOUSE

BLACKSMITHING: FIRE TOOLS 4-week course

Tuesdays, Oct. 18 - Nov. 8, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Ted Guimond Make the tools and equipment needed around the fireplace, fire pit or campfire including the following fire-tending and cooking implements: fire poker, cooking tripod, S hooks, log tongs, campfire grill and more! Prerequisite: Beginning Blacksmithing. All materials provided. $210.

Sat., Oct. 22, 12 - 5pm Visiting Instructor: Lisa Elias Join visiting artist, Lisa Elias in the metal studio and learn her organic approach to metal working. Use welders, plasma cutters, oxy acetylene torch and various metal working tools to create an artistic, and functional trivet to grace your holiday table. Prerequisite: Creative Welding 1 or equivalent experience. All materials provided. $135. . Sun., Oct. 23, 12 - 5pm Instructor: Lisa Elias Join visiting artist, Lisa Elias in the metal studio and learn her organic approach to metal working. Use welders, plasma cutters, oxy acetylene torch and various metal working tools to create an artistic, and decorative candle holder to warm your winter nights. Prerequisite: Creative Welding 1 or equivalent experience. All materials provided. $135.

NEW! ORGANIC METALWORKING: TRIVETS

NEW! ORGANIC METALWORKING: CANDLE HOLDERS

ADVANCED BLACKSMITHING 4-week course

Tuesdays, Nov. 22 - Dec. 13, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Ted Guimond This class is designed for the blacksmithing student who has experience or some experience in a metal studio and wishes to expand on their blacksmithing skills. You will be introduced to forge welding, a variety of surface treatments, and decorative twists used in blacksmithing. Learn about heat-treating and tempering steel while making your own tools. Prerequisite: Beginning Blacksmithing. All materials provided. $210.

Sat., Dec. 10, 12-4pm Instructors: Josh Andres Enhance your metalworking skills as you use welders, plasma cutters, torches, hammers, and grinders to apply different textures and finishes to your pieces. Learn ways to enhance and personalize your unique and one-of-a-kind work. Prerequisite: Creative Welding 2 or equivalent experience. All materials provided. $85.

WELDING: TEXTURE ON METAL

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