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Glass Art

Be amazed by the stunning, functional pieces of art you can make by combining colorful pieces of cut glass. After learning how to work safely, you will design your own unique fused glass tile and a night light using glass pieces, powders, frits (crushed glass), and stringers (spaghetti-like glass threads). Then decorate a trivet and embellish a mirror with a gorgeous glass mosaic. Finish the week by creating two beautiful silver-plated pendant necklaces featuring color-changing iridized and dichroic glass. Please note: Tuition includes a $105 materials fee. 2022 parent: "My child liked making a variety of objects from glass without any accidents. He also enjoyed being able to use glass cutting tools and glass firing in a safe way."

Mon-Fri, Jul 8 - Jul 12

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Grades

3rd - 5th

Mon-Fri, Jul 8 - Jul 12

12:30 - 3:30 PM

Grades

6th - 9th

Mon-Fri, Jul 15 - Jul 19

Glass Art (Family)

Fee covers one adult/child pair. Please register under adult’s name only. Be amazed by the stunning, functional pieces of art you can make by combining colorful pieces of cut glass. After learning how to work safely, together you will design your own unique low relief “tack fused” tile and a night light or small dish using glass pieces, powders, frits (crushed glass), and stingers (spaghetti-like threads). Ages 8+ Your instructor will fire your creations in his own kiln and they will be available for pickup at AHS within two weeks. Safety note: Students must wear closed toes shoes. Safety glasses will be provided.

Fused Glass Workshop: Sushi Serving Set

Learn the basics of glass fusing while having fun playing with glass shapes, colors, and textures. First learn how to use glass powders, frits, glass beads, and stringers. Then design and create your own sushi set featuring two small plates and one large serving dish, perfect to serve sushi, cheese and crackers, or desserts. Please note: The instructor will fire your pieces in his kiln and return them for pickup at Arlington High within two weeks. Please bring to class: sharp scissors, a ruler, and a small tube of super glue gel.