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Glass

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Beginner Students


Stained Glass of a person with blue hair, sunglasses, and a hat.

Intro to Stained Glass

Mondays, September 29 - November 17 [8 weeks]: 1 - 4 PM or
Mondays, September 29 - November 17 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM or
Wednesdays, October 1 - November 19 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM  [Morgan]

In this course students will learn the copper foil process of making Stained Glass windows. Students will learn about the variety of tools, how to cut and grind glass, foiling, and soldering techniques. Students will complete a small suncatcher for practice and a large scale project in a design of their choosing.
​​Class Capacity is 8. 
Age: 16+
SUPPLIES: Glass and 7/32" Copper Foil and 60 /40 1 roll of Solder - Tools provided for use at the SAA. Student cost for materials will depend on size and complexity of design.
$210 Non-Members. $180 Members.

​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
Waitlist: Mon. Sep 29-Nov 17, 1-4 PM
Waitlist: MON. Sep 29-Nov 17, 6-9 PM
Waitlist: Wed. Oct 1-Nov 19, 6-9 PM

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Torch Work

Tuesdays, September 30 - November 18 [8 weeks]: 1 - 4 PM or
Tuesdays, September 30 - November 18 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Jason LaBonte]

Torchwork is a type of glasswork where a torch, or lamp, is primarily used to melt borosilicate glass. Once in a molten state, the glass is formed by blowing and shaping with tools and hand movements. Students will make a series miniature glass works starting with clear glass. You will possibly move into hollow forms and the use of color depending on your skill development.
Class Capacity is 6. Ages 16+ 
SUPPLIES: All supplies are provided by SAA.
$280 Non-Members. $250 Members.

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​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
Register: Tue. Sep 30-Nov 18, 1-4 PM
Waitlist: TUE. Sep 30-Nov 18, 6-9 PM

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Glassblowing 1

Tuesdays, September 30 - November 18 [8 weeks]: 1- 4 PM [Mario Clarke] or
Wednesdays, October 1 - November 19 [8 weeks]: 1 - 4 PM [Mario Clarke] or
Wednesdays, October 1 - November 19 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Jason LaBonte] or
Thursdays, October 2 - November 20 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Jason LaBonte]

This is a beginning course in glassblowing that will teach you the fundamentals of the studio: tools and equipment usage, glassblowing techniques in the hot shop, and finishing techniques in the cold shop. You will learn basic forms in a hybrid of Italian/ American hot glass, beginning with clear glass and moving on to color as time and skill allow.
Class Capacity is 6. Ages 16+
SUPPLIES: All supplies provided by SAA.
$400 Non-Members. $370 Members. 

​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
Register: Tue. Sep 30-Nov 18, 1-4 PM
Register: Wed. Oct 1-Nov 19, 1-4 PM
Register: Wed. Oct 1-Nov 19, 6-9 PM
Waitlist: Thr. Oct 2-Nov 20, 6-9 PM

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Stained Glass Pattern Drafting

Tuesdays, September 30 - November 18 [6 weeks]: 1 - 3 PM [Morgan]
In this course students will learn how to draft stained glass patterns from scratch. They will draw by hand any design of choice. Students will be provided with guidance on how break down a pattern so glass can accurately be cut without stress points and future breakage. Students will complete at minimum one large scale pattern. (This is a drawing class, creation of patterns with glass will be a separate class.)​
​Class Capacity is 12. Ages 16+
SUPPLIES: All materials provided by SAA.

$190 Non-Members. $160 Members.

​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
Register: Tue. Sep 30-Nov 18, 1-3 PM

Intermediate Students


3D Stained Glass

Wednesdays, October 1 - November 26 [9 weeks]: 1 - 4 PM [Morgan]
In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of building 3D projects with stained glass. This could include, candle holders, jewelry boxes, terrariums, flowers and more! Students will complete several projects over the course of eight weeks. Previously completing Introduction to Stained Glass course is highly recommended.
Class Capacity is 8. Ages 16+
SUPPLIES: Glass, 7/32" black back copper tape, 60/40 1 roll of solder. Student cost for glass is dependent on the amount needed for your chosen designs.
$215 Non-Members. $185 Members.

​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
Register: Wed. Oct 1-Nov 26, 1 - 4 PM

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Glassblowing 2

Mondays, September 29 - November 17 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Mario Clarke] 
In this class, we will go through more advanced shapes such as cones, inverted cones, and spheres. We will touch on handles and other bits added to the glass. Focus for the the repeat students will be on color application such as cane, murrine and Graal techniques. Plus much more!
Class Capacity is 6. Ages 16+
SUPPLIES: All supplies provided by SAA.
$400 Non-Members. $370 Members. 

​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
Register: Mon. Sep 29-Nov 17, 6-9 PM

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Intro to Leaded Stained Glass 

Thursdays, October 2 - December 4 [9 weeks]: 1 - 4 PM (NO class November 27) or
Thursdays, October 2 - December 4 [9 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM (NO class November 27) [Morgan]
In this course students will learn the techniques of how to make a leaded Stained Glass window. The students will learn about leaded window tools, the process of cutting glass, how to glaze a leaded window, the soldering process, and cementing. Previously completing Introduction to Stained Glass course is highly recommended. Glass, amount needed will depend on the complexity of your design.
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​Class Capacity is 8. Age: 16+
SUPPLIES: Tools will be provided by the SAA. Student cost for glass is dependent on the amount needed for your chosen design.
$235 Non-Members. $205 Members.

​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
Register: Thr. Oct 2-Dec 4, 1-4 PM
Waitlist: Thr. Oct 2-Dec 4, 6-9 PM

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Glassblowing 3

Tuesdays, September 30 - November 18 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Mario Clarke] 
In this class, we will go through more advanced shapes and forms as an extension to the Glass 2 class. There will be room for independent study and exploration into glass techniques in form, scale, and finishing with instructor support towards your personal goals. 
Class Capacity is 6. Ages 16+
SUPPLIES: All supplies provided by SAA.
$400 Non-Members. $370 Members. 

​SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount!
1 Spot Left!: Tue. Sep 30-Nov 18, 6-9 PM

CANCELLATIONS OR REFUNDS OF CLASS
We do not issue credits, or roll forward tuition.

What is the class refund policy?
Class Refunds for 8-week classes and SAAmplers will be issued at 95% of original purchase price if you cancel 1 week in advance or more before class start date.
Cancellations made less than 1 week in advance will not be eligible for a refund. For example: If you cancel your class 48 hours before the start time, your registration is not valid for a refund. We can not issue credits or roll forward tuition.
In case of medical or family emergency, please give our office a call at 217-523-2631.
​For more information, please visit our FAQ page found here.

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Gallery, and Edwards Place
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[email protected]
  • About
    • Contact
    • What We Do
    • Hiring
    • Residency
    • Meet Our Staff
    • Board of Directors >
      • For Current BOD
    • Palette Newsletter
  • Education
    • Summer Art Camp >
      • Login Sign-up Info
      • 4 YO- K
      • 1st - 2nd
      • 3rd - 5th
      • 6th - 8th
      • High School
      • Full Schedule
    • Classes >
      • Ceramics
      • Digital Media
      • Drawing
      • Fiber Arts
      • Glass
      • Metals & Jewelry
      • Mixed Media
      • Painting
      • Pastels
      • Photography
      • Printmaking
      • Pulp + Paper
      • Sculpture
      • Teen
      • Youth
    • SAAmplers
    • Youth SAAmplers
    • Open Studio
    • Scholarships
    • Instructor Bios
  • Outreach
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    • Make Truck
    • Bronwyn Eves Memorial Project
    • OMA
    • pARTners Program
  • Events
    • 6x6
    • Art Synergy
    • Film Series >
      • Past Film Series
    • Fine Art Fair
    • Ginkgo Drop Day 50/50
    • Paint the Street
    • Palette to Palate
    • Roasted
    • Yart Sale
  • Galleries
    • Collective >
      • Underground
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    • M.G. Nelson Family Gallery
    • Call For Entries
    • Past Exhibitions >
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  • Edwards Place
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  • Join + Give
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