Virtual Hot Glass Cold Brew:
Featuring Visiting Glass Artist Rob Stern
April 30 at 7pm on Facebook
And Virtual Cup Tent!
April 16th
On April 30th, guests can enjoy a front row seat to watch Rob Stern’s demo from home with their new HGCB cup, then join us on Facebook for a live interview and Q&A with Rob! The demo video will be released on the 29th, a day ahead of the interview, so viewers can watch at their leisure, then join us for the live portion Friday, April 30th at 7 pm!
Visiting glass artist Rob Stern has worked with glass for over 25 years, and has lived and studied glass worldwide. Rob has worked with artists such as Dale Chihuly, Dante Marioni, and William Morris. The focus of Rob’s work includes monumental sculptures, furniture, and custom lighting. In addition to creating works of art, Rob’s other passion is teaching. Rob has offered workshops at the renowned Pilchuck Glass School, as well as Penland and many others. Since 2004, Rob has operated his own studio in Wynnwood Arts District of Miami. Rob is a member of “Ty’s Team,” and collaborates on and creates pieces with Ty Pennington of Extreme Makeover, home edition. On May 1-2, First City Art Center is excited to host Rob’s workshop, “Working Smarter vs. Stronger.”
The ”Virtual Cup Tent,” will open on April 16th featuring one-of-a-kind glass and ceramic cups made by local FCAC artists.  Each cup purchase will include a BOGO pint voucher to Pensacola Bay Brewery. The limited 2021 cups will go fast – so purchase early for the best selection!Â
Please allow 24 hours after purchase before picking up any cups or glasses. FCAC is located at 1060 N. Guillemard St, Pensacola, FL 32501. Dates and times for cup pick-up will be as follows:
Wednesday 4/21, 11-6
Friday 4/23, 10-5
Sunday 4/25, 10-2
Wednesday 4/28, 11-6.Â
Watch the demo video:
Event Schedule:
- Virtual Cup Tent Open Friday, April 16th
- Virtual Glass Demo Release Thursday, April 29th, 7:00pm
- Facebook Live Interview and Q/A with Rob on Friday, April 30th, 7:00pm
- Auction via FCAC Facebook page, Friday 6pm-Saturday 6pm
- Working Stronger vs. Harder Glass Workshop, May 1st-2nd, 9 am-4pm
Dates
April 16 - April 30
