Glass 101-Intro To Lampworking

283 N Hubbard St near Suite 102, Coeur d Alene ID

20 November, 2021

Description

This class is designed to teach and introduce students to the world of art glassblowing via lampworking. Students will start with a thorough exercise in set-up and safety when working with torches and hot glass and gain an understanding of the tools and equipment used before starting their work. Students will learn basic design and color choices when creating glass art, followed by an instructor-led demo, and will finish with working hands-on for the rest of the class to make their own art with the instructor's help. Students will not only take away a new understanding of glass art and the skills involved with making it, but they will also take home one-of-a-kind art they produce themselves. The class will cover a broad overview of glass in general and intensely focus on specific techniques pertaining to the class. Thurs. Nov. 11, 2021, 6-8 p.m. or Sat. Nov. 20, 2021, 2-4 p.m. Fee: $35 (includes materials) Register at www.gizmo-cda.org/upcoming-classes.html This class is designed for adults, but ages 16 and up may participate with a parent or guardian signing a waiver in person at the start of class.