Think you want to be a glassblower? Want to give glass a try? This is the class to take.
Our “Hot Glass Basics” class is made for students with no prior experience who wants to experience what being a glassblower potentially has to offer. This class covers the basics of glass (gathering, shaping and reheating) and gets the students adjusted to the glass studio environment. Students who enjoy this class and want to continue their learning, are encouraged to take our “Glass 101” class.
Glass Basics can be taken solo or with a partner. A large part of glassblowing is being able to work with an assistant, we highly recommend that this class is taken with a partner. If you both enjoy the class then you can further continue your work in the medium at our studio.
Students who complete the Hot Glass Basics and Glass 101 Class will have the opportunity to rent the glassblowing studio in the future. Start your glass journey and sign up today!
Scheduling: This is a 3hr long class that will be run on the first 3 Tuesdays out of the month. There will be two slots available on these Tuesdays, one in the morning from 9AM-12AM and the other in the evening from 6PM-9PM
Class Dates:
November – 11/5, 11/12, 11/19
December – 12/3, 12/10, 12/17
Cost: $350 per student (2 student maximum per class)
Must be at least 16 years of age to take this class (with parental permission) *younger students may be admitted with prior instructor approval – please reach out to Connor, glass@firstcityart.org
Included Supplies:
- Safety glasses
- Color frit used to make a glass object.
- Kevlar Sleeve
What to expect:
- Must wear closed toed shoes
- Long hair must be tied back
- No flammable clothing (i.e.: synthetic fibers)
- Bring plenty of water and fluids
- No consumption of drugs or alcohol while working in the glass studios
- Please notify your instructor if you have special health issues which require adjustment in the glass blowing techniques.
- Students are encouraged to bring a pencil and paper for note taking during demonstrations
Finished Pieces: After your piece cools in the annealer for 24 hours, the glass instructor will inspect it for any sharp points, then it will be ready for pick-up the following week in the main office.
Location:
Creative Warehouse, Building #3. If you are new to FCAC, please see the campus map below.
