Upcoming Classes
Glass Mosaic Art Workshop
Create big art with small glass pieces in this modern adaptation of classical Mosaic artistry. Students can choose to create either abstract or realistic imagery using fusible glass “tesserae” with glass powder/frit as “grout.” In session 1, explore techniques to learn how to establish image flow by positioning tesserae and by incorporating use of negative design space. In session 2, complete your main project. Projects will be approximately 8 x 8 or 10 x 6 inches. Create your own design or choose from available class designs. Workshop is suitable for beginners.
Glass Casting Three Ways Workshop
Learn three different approaches to casting. Each one will use different techniques which result in cast glass with varying looks and level of detail. If you’ve ever been intrigued by casting, here’s your chance to compare the results using different techniques. The big reveal will occur during session three. No previous casting experience required. All supplies included.
03/22/2025 – 03/23/2025, 10am – 2pm
Glass Color Overlays
In this two-day workshop you will have a chance to create a variety of color samples using transparent glass. After reviewing the samples, you will then create a final project based on the specific sample selections. You will be amazed at the range of possible colors and effects! Supplies included. Prerequisite: First Time Fusers or equivalent background. Minimun age 14
First-time Fusers Workshop
In this introduction to the art and techniques of fused glass you will gain the skills to create beautiful glass art through a mix of demonstrations and hands on practice. Learn to design, cut and fire glass with three projects that require fusing, slumping and draping techniques. Become familiar with the kiln firing process and how artists use time and temperature. This workshop is a prerequisite for most of our other workshops. A complimentary two hour Open Studio voucher is provided upon completion. Supplies included.
04/26/2025 – 04/272025 – Sat-Sun 10am – 2pm
Glass Powder
You will use a variety of tools and supplies to create multiple effects with powders. By using stencils, layering, sandblasting and kiln paper, you will be amazed at the variety of designs you can produce with this versatile material. No previous experience necessary. All supplies included. Minimum age 14
5/3/2025 – 5/5/2025 Sat, Sun, Mon
Spontaneous Strips Workshop
Have you admired glass with colorful strips placed on edge in interesting patterns? This class will cover design, planning, and building these pieces. While strip piecing can be labor-intensive and precise, this class will be more spontaneous. You’ll start with the basic strips, and “play” with them until you get the design you love! New to this technique or not, you’ll learn tricks to make wonderful designs with streamlined approaches developed after years of practice. Prerequisite: First Time Fusers or equivalent background.
Class meets – Saturday, May 3 , 10am-4pm, Sunday, May 4, 12-4pm and Monday, May 5, 6:30-8:30pm (optional for sandblasting)
5/11/2025 1:30 – 4:40 PM
Mother’s Day Art Glass Workshop
Join us for a special Mother’s Day introductory glass workshop. Come and celebrate with that special woman in your life or come solo to enjoy a day working with glass. Students will create a fused glass dish or tile and a dichroic glass pendant. Beginners are welcome. All supplies included.
5/17/2025 – 5/18/2025
Easy Beachscapes and Landscapes Workshop
Due to instructor availability, this program is currently on hold; registration is not being accepted at this time.
Using instructor’s water flow technique, create a beachscape or landscape as we explore a variety of glass powder and frit techniques to easily create “painterly” glass imagery. In first session students define water, sky and beach elements and also create components. Some components will be created using a torch. In session 2 you complete your final composition. Some components will be created using a torch
6/7/2025 – 6/8/2025
Flow and Form for Glass Workshop
Due to instructor availability, this program is currently on hold; registration is not being accepted at this time.
Learn to create unique custom glass using 2 glass flow techniques to expand the fusible color palette and create movement and painterly effects. “Pressed” glass techniques will be used to create a custom sheet for a bowl, tile or drape. Using instructor-created Slider technique a second project will be created. Monday session is for coldworking projects and slump firings. Prerequisite: First Time Fusers or equivalent. Supplies included.
6/16/2025 – 6/20/2025
Glass Fusing Camp (Ages 10-12)
Explore the creation of fused glass objects. Over the 5-day camp, you’ll learn to design and make a variety of items. Starting with learning to cut and design glass, each day will bring new methods to make a variety of glass items, including a plate or glass vase/candle holder, jewelry, a clock, and pocket vase. Supplies included.
6/23/2025 -6/27/2025
Glass Fusing Camp for Teens (Ages 12-16)
Develop your inner artist while learning new skills. Students will have daily opportunities to observe and discuss various sources for inspiration and creative direction, then apply their vision towards designing and creating fused glass art works. Learn basic fused glass skills, find new creative inspiration, and go home with five or more glass projects. No previous experience needed. Supplies included.
7/14/2025 – 7/18/2025
Small Treasures Art Glass Camp (Ages 12-16)
Have fun at the AGC creating little glass treasures! Learn basic glass techniques while creating a variety of glass projects including a dish, dichroic glass treasure box, pocket vase, jewelry pendant, mirror frame and flowerpot stakes. You will also complete a recycled glass project. All supplies included.