Studio Classes

Topics covered will include studio safety, stringers, twisted cane, bead shaping, surface decoration, annealing and glass compatibility.
A handout is included.
We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 4 to 10 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
No previous hot glass experience is required. Class size is limited (3- 6 students), so each student will receive lots of individual attention.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, stringers, twisted cane, bead shaping, surface decoration, annealing and glass compatibility.
A handout is included.
We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 4 to 10 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
No previous hot glass experience is required. Class size is limited (3- 6 students), so each student will receive lots of individual attention.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, stringers, twisted cane, bead shaping, surface decoration, annealing and glass compatibility.
A handout is included.
We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 4 to 10 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
No previous hot glass experience is required. Class size is limited (3- 6 students), so each student will receive lots of individual attention.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, stringers, twisted cane, bead shaping, surface decoration, annealing and glass compatibility.
A handout is included.
We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 4 to 10 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
No previous hot glass experience is required. Class size is limited (3- 6 students), so each student will receive lots of individual attention.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Boro 101 is a great introduction to glassblowing in a professional setting. This class will cover Setup, Tools, lampworking materials, glass properties, with an emphasis on solid form. Sculpture, Welds, Leafs, and other lampworking basics will be covered in this workshop.
Each student will have the opportunity to create their own glass sculpture during this class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, stringers, twisted cane, bead shaping, surface decoration, annealing and glass compatibility.
A handout is included.
We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 4 to 10 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
No previous hot glass experience is required. Class size is limited (3- 6 students), so each student will receive lots of individual attention.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, stringers, twisted cane, bead shaping, surface decoration, annealing and glass compatibility.
A handout is included.
We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 4 to 10 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
No previous hot glass experience is required. Class size is limited (3- 6 students), so each student will receive lots of individual attention.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, review of techniques from the beginning class, clear casing and working with dichroic glass. There will also be plenty of time for one on one problem solving, so feel free to bring in examples of problems you are having with your technique.

We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 10 and 15 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
This workshop runs from 9am-4:30pm.

Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, stringers, twisted cane, bead shaping, surface decoration, annealing and glass compatibility.
A handout is included.
We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 4 to 10 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
No previous hot glass experience is required. Class size is limited (3- 6 students), so each student will receive lots of individual attention.
The cost includes glass and the use of a propane/oxygen torch and all other tools and materials needed for the class.
Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

Topics covered will include studio safety, review of techniques from the beginning class, clear casing and working with dichroic glass. There will also be plenty of time for one on one problem solving, so feel free to bring in examples of problems you are having with your technique.

We will be using soft glass (coe104) and each student can expect to make between 10 and 15 beads during the day. Beads will need to anneal overnight, and they can be picked up at a later date.
This workshop runs from 9am-4:30pm.

Call 888-272-3830 to register for this class.
See details & register

This hands on class will focus on building the necessary skill sets to be successful in the new economy of functional art. There will be presentations on photography and design concepts as well as numerous demonstrations on designing and building ambitious, original work. We will cover alternative surfaces, multi-media, nesting and assembly, and other topics all designed to help working artists think "out of the box". Denver Artist Alex Ubatuba will be assisting Robert during this workshop.
Students who enroll in both Expanding Skill Sets 1 and 2 will recieve a $100 discount, bringing the 4 day workshop to $600.
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This workshop will be a demo environment where students will watch Robert and Alex create a large scale functional piece. This demonstration will bring to life the theories and techniques covered in the first workshop, while showcasing the value of a high-functioning collaborative pair of artists. Prepare to be amazed!
Students taking Expanding Skill Sets 1 and 2 will recieve a $100 discount, bringing the 4 day workshop to $600.
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This class will explore scientific glassblowing techniques applied to artistic shapes.
This includes incorporating straight seals, side seals, ring seals, blind seals and more into beads, bottles, goblets and abstract forms
with colored rods, powders and frit.
We will make small scale projects to allow time to incorporate many of the specialized techniques.
This will be a unique twist in the transformation of science and art blended together in functional art and more.
Doni Hatz has blown glass for over 20 years specializing in scientific glassblowing. While she has worked in research for many years she also strives to understand glass art fabrication methods.
She has trained under several teachers in New Jersey, New York and Italy.
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This workshop will explore the glass-making process in different ways in order to create original, unique, and personal works.
In this Demo style class students will watch Zach use molds, stamps and sculpting techniques. He will demonstrate fast pace, nontraditional ways to make realistic shapes, forms and textures, which make up our visual vocabulary.
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This class is designed to provide a solid technical and aesthetic base from which a persons work can progress. With Jacks and Diamond Shears aiding them, students of all levels will experiment with Borosilicate tubing. Shape, scale and proportion will pass through a technical "strainer" in order to create form conscious work of various scale and difficulty.

You can see Matt's work at his website

Eric Ross, owner of 4.0 glass, has one of the cleanest styles in modern functional lampworking. During this workshop, Eric will show students the steps in making a traditional Functional set, including a Bubbler, Sherlock, Jar and more. During the process he will also cover Reversal Millies and Double Layer sections. Eric will also discuss his success in turning his lampworking hobby into a career.
This 3 day Demo-style workshop will run from 10am to 6pm.
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In this fun, informative workshop, students will learn how sculpt insect-inspired soft glass beads in the flame, both on-mandrel and off-mandrel. Beetles, butterfly wings, butterflies, caterpillars, and bees are all fair game! After creating the sculptural base beads, students learn how to create detail and vibrant color using vitreous enamels. Margaret will share her strategies for mixing, layering, fading, and stippiling enamel paints to get the detail and vibrant color that characterize her Beetle and Butterfly beads. Methods for mixing enamels and “firing” enamels onto beads after painting will also be covered. Learning enamel painting opens up your beadmaking to a whole new world of detail and color- join us for this inspiring, fun, and informative workshop!
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Brian Serck, aka Berzerker, has developed one of the most innovative techniques in modern lampworking. His process of applying detailed images to glass has left many talented lampworkers wondering, “How did he do that?” During this workshop, Brian will unveil the secrets for the first time. Do not miss this opportunity to learn this high impact, profitable technique. Brian will cover Multiple-layer Graal, Dichroic Imaging, and Glow in the Dark Imaging. Brian will also cover how he continuously manages to overcome the impossible regarding glass techniques.

This will be a hands-on workshop.
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