Glass
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Beginner Students
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Intro to Stained GlassMondays, September 25 - November 13 (8 WEEKS) 9AM - 12PM [Morgan Behnke] or Tuesdays, September 26 - November 14 (8 WEEKS) 1 - 4PM or 6 - 9PM [Morgan Behnke] or Wednesdays, September 27 - November 15 (8 WEEKS) 9AM - 12 PM [ Morgan Behnke]
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. Supply List: Glass and 7/32" Copper Foil - Tools provided for use at the SAA. Student cost for materials will depend on size and complexity of design. Age: 16+ $170 Non-Members. $140 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Intro To Kilnwork
Mondays. September 25 - November 13 (8 Weeks): 1 - 4PM [Kaylee Demlow] or
Wednesdays. September 27 - November 15 (8 Weeks): 1 - 4PM [Kaylee Demlow] In this course students will learn the basics of working with sheet glass in a fusing kiln. Students will learn how to cut glass, the science behind fused glass, and how to fuse and slump glass in the kiln. Tools and some materials provided by SAA for student use. Student cost for further materials depends on size and complexity of the project design. Age 12+ $295 Non-Members. $265 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Intro to Torch work
Mondays. September 25 - November 13 (8 WEEKS): 6 - 9 PM [Jason LaBonte] or
Wednesdays. September 27 - November 15 (8 WEEKS): 6 - 9 PM [Jason LaBonte] Torchwork is a type of glasswork where a torch, or lamp, is primarily used to melt the borro silcia 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. You will possibly move into hollow forms depending on your skill development. Max Students is 4. SUPPLIES: Are provided by SAA $205 Non-Members. $175 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Intro to Glass Casting
Wednesdays. September 27 - November 15 (8 WEEKS): 6 - 9 PM [Kaylee Demlow] of Fridays. September 29 - November 17 (8 WEEKS): 9AM - NOON [Kaylee Demlow]
In this course students will learn the basics of mold-making for the glass casting process. Students will learn modeling for mold-making, investment mold-making for blow-molds and open-face castings, pâte de verre technique, and coldworking for finishing pieces. Tools and some materials will be provided by SAA for student use. Student cost for further materials will vary depending on project design. SUPPLIES: Closed-toed shoes, natural fiber clothing, N-95 dust mask, modeling tools (optional), pencils, paper, cheap plastic mixing bowls (optional), cheap silicone kitchen tools (optional), Vaseline, hairspray (the cheaper the better), sharpies, casting glass (dependent on project design) $190 Non-Members. $160 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Glassblowing 1
Mondays. October 16 - November 27 (7 WEEKS): 1 - 4 PM [Mario Clarke] or Mondays. October 16 - November 27 (7 WEEKS): 6 - 9PM [Kaylee Demlow] or Tuesdays. October 17 - November 28 (7 WEEKS): 1 - 4PM [Mario Clarke] or Thursdays. October 19 - December 7 (No class Nov. 23 - 7 WEEKS): 1 - 4PM [Mario Clarke] or Saturdays, October 21 - December 2 (7 WEEKS): 1 - 4PM [Jason LaBonte] This is a beginning course in glassblowing that will teach you the fundamentals of the studio: tools and equipment usage, glassblowing techniques that will lead to finished products in the cold shop. You will learn basic forms, in a hybrid of Italian/ American hot glass You will create a prerequisite to intermediate to advanced classes. Max Students is 6. SUPPLIES: Are provided by SAA $330 Non-Members. $300 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
Intermediate Students
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Intro to Leaded Stained GlassThursdays. September 28 - November 16 (8 Weeks): 6 - 9PM [Morgan Behnke]
In this course adult 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. Tools will be provided by the SAA. Age: 16+ $170 Non-Members. $140 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Geometric Stained Glass Lamp Class
Fridays, September 29 - November 17 (8 Weeks): 6 - 9PM [Morgan Behnke]
In this course students will learn the process of cutting glass, foiling, soldering a putting together an eight sided lamp with a design of their choice. Previously completing Introduction to Stained Glass course is highly recommended. $170 Non-Members. $140 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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3D Stained Glass
Fridays, September 29 - November 17 (8 Weeks): 1 - 4PM [Morgan Behnke]
In this course students will learn how to build three dimensional stained glass projects of their choice. Some options could be, jewelry boxes, candle holders, or terrariums. In the process students will learn to cut glass, grind, foil and solder the 3-D projects. Previously completing Introduction to Stained Glass course is highly recommended. $170 Non-Members. $140 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Glassblowing 2
Wednesdays, October 18 - November 29 (7 WEEKS): 1 - 4PM [Mario Clarke]
In this class, we will go through more advanced shapes such as cone, inverted cone, and spheres. We will touch on handles and 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! Max Students is 6. SUPPLIES: Are provided by SAA $330 Non-Members. $300 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Glassblowing 3
Wednesdays, October 18 - November 29 (7 WEEKS): 6 - 9PM [Mario Clarke]
In this class, we will go through more advanced shapes and forms an extension to the Glass 2 class. There will be room for independent study and exploration into glass to further your personal goals. As well as learning new techniques in form, scale, and finishing. Max Students is 6. SUPPLIES: Are provided by SAA $330 Non-Members. $300 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Goblets GlassTuesdays. October 17 - November 28 (7 WEEKS): 6 - 9 PM [Mario Clarke]
This is a technical glass blowing class on how to build goblets. Taking glass 1 and 2 should be a must beforehand. We will start with the basics of goblet parts foot, stem, and bell and the connecting parts, ie mereces and avolios. Along with learning how to make goblets, you will also learn how to manage parts in the garage, make better punties, and fined tuned team working skills! SUPPLIES: Are provided by SAA $330 Non-Members. $300 Members. SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
