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Workshops -- Winter/Spring 2008
Introduction to Glass Fusing
Steven Schramek
Saturday, January 5 OR Saturday, April 5, 11am to 3pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 1305
In this one-day workshop students create an eight-inch disk to display in a wrought iron stand. This course covers the basics of glass cutting, layering and assembly along with the use of frits, powders, confetti and stringers as final design elements. Students can choose from several designs or design their own piece. By the end of the workshop, pieces will be fired in the kiln and finished work can be picked up in about a week. $30 Materials fee payable to instructor. Workshop will be held at the artist's studio in St. Petersburg. For directions call (727) 898-5335.
Materials Fee: $30
Tuition $95 members, $125 nonmembers
Beginning Glassblowing
Jackie Ballard
This course meets 3 Thursdays
Session W1, January 10, 17 & 24 OR
Session W2, February 21, 28 & March 6 OR
Session SP, Apr 17, 24 & May 1
6:30pm to 9:30pm • Levels 1-3
Course code 1310
In this three-week workshop, potential glass artists learn the basic skills of working with hot glass. Students begin by making blown vessels like tumblers, vases, and bowls while continuing to develop a strong foundation for more advanced work. Basic color application will also be introduced. No previous experience is necessary. Tuition cost includes all materials for class. Workshop will be held at the artist's studio in Gulfport. For directions call (727) 422-5114.
Tuition $330 members, $360 nonmembers
Fun with Hot Glass
Jackie Ballard
Saturday, January 12 OR March 8 OR May 10, 10am to 4pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 1318
This beginner's class is an introduction to the process of creating with glass, the equipment needed, and how to handle tools. Each student will make two or three pieces. Please do not wear nylon clothing or open-toed shoes. Workshop will be held at the artist's studio in Gulfport. For directions call (727) 422-5114.
Materials Fee: $25
Tuition $125 members, $155 nonmembers
Introduction to Fused Glass Jewelry
Steven Schramek
Saturday, March 1 OR May 10, 11am to 3pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 458
In this one day workshop students learn how to make beautiful fused glass cabochons that can then be turned into wearable works of art. Learn the basics of cutting, layering and designing, using metal infusions and diachroic glass. Workshop also includes an in-depth discussion on the do's and don'ts of glass fusion and the how-to's of firing in a glass kiln. No prior glass-working experience necessary. Materials fee payable to instructor. Workshop will be held at the artist's studio in St. Petersburg. For directions call (727) 898-5335.
Materials Fee: $35
Tuition $95 members, $125 nonmembers
Beginning Glass Bead Making
Patsy Monk
Saturday and Sunday, March 8 & 9 OR April 12 & 13
10am to 4pm • Levels 1-3
Course code 577
Students interested in glass beads will have a 2 day workshop using Hot Head torch and Mapp gas. All necessary tools will be loaned for class use. Students will be taught fundamental concepts which include safety, melting and appliying glass to a mandrel, pullin stringers for dots and making round beads. Beads from day 1 will be annealed over night and retunred on the 2nd day. We will discuss how to use these beads. Additional beads will be made on day 2 which will be annealed follwoing the class and arrangements wmade to return them to the students through the facility or by mail.
Students must bring 1 tank of Mapp gas available from Lowe's, Home Depot or Wall-Mart (approximately $7 - $8). You may need a 2nd tank for the second day. All other materials available for purchase from instructor. Students should wear cotton clothing and close-toed shoes. Please also bring lunch for both days.
Materials fee: $10
Tuition $120 members, $150 nonmembers
Intermediate Glass Bead Making: Lampwork Wheels
Patsy Monk
Saturday, April 19, 10am to 5pm
Levels 2-5
Course code 578
Student must be capable of safely and efficiently maikng glass beads using a torch and Mapp gas. The class will expand the basic knowledge to include wheels, dots and inside-out beads. Beads will not be annealed by the instructor unless the student does not have access to such a kiln. Beads will be returned to students through the facility or by mail. A fiber blanket will be provided by the instructor for class use. Please bring your lunch.
Materials list available before class
Kit fee (optional): $5
Tuition $120 members, $150 nonmembers
Intermediate Glass Bead Making: Beads, Buttons & More!
Patsy Monk
Saturday, April 26, 10am to 5pm
Levels 2-5
Course code 579
Student must be capable of safely and efficiently making glass beads using a torch and Mapp gas. The class will expand the basic knowledge to include wheels, dots and inside-out beads. Beads will not be annealed by the instructor unless the student does not have access to such a kiln. Beads will be returned to students through the facility or by mail. A fiber blanket will be provided by the instructor for class use. Please bring your lunch.
Materials list available before class
Kit fee (optional): $5
Tuition $120, $150
Fused Glass Garden Art
Steven Schramek
Saturday, January 19, 11am to 3pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 567
Let's put some art in the garden. Similar to the Introduction to Fused Glass workshop, students will create in this four-hour workshop an 8 1/2" disk which will then be mounted into a beautiful wrought iron stand to be displayed for all the world to see. This course will cover the basics of glass cutting, layering and assembly along with the use of frits, powders, confetti and strings as design elements. All tools and materials supplied. No experience necessary. Materials fee payable to instructor. Workshop will be held at the artist's studio in St. Petersburg. For directions call (727) 898-5335.
Materials Fee: $50
Tuition $95 members, $125 nonmembers
Related Info
Registration Information
Session Dates
Spring Session
April 9 - May 20
Summer Session I
June 9 - July 20
Summer Session II
July 28 - September 7
Forms
Registration Form (.pdf)
Registration Form (.html)
Guide to Skill Levels
Level 1: Beginners
Student has no skill in the medium
Level 2
Student has some minimal experience in the medium
Level 3: Intermediate
Student has knowledge of basic skills in the medium
Level 4: Advanced
Student has knowledge of and has had previous instruction in the medium
Level 5: Professional Level
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