SCULPTING AND GLASS CASTING
Brent Harris, Joshua Davids, and Ekin Deniz Aytac / KIA Studio 2 & Glass Art Kalamazoo
Sat 1/17-1/31
10am-2pm / 3 weeks
$380 / Members: $360
In this unique multimedia class, students will learn mold making and how to cast their sculptural creation in glass. The experience will begin at the Kirk Newman Art School as students explore techniques to create detailed plaster castings and relief sculptures in clay. Next, students will visit the hot shop at Glass Art Kalamazoo to learn the techniques of pulling and benchmarking molten glass to create colorful and dynamic forms from their molds. Class is open to all levels. No prior glass or sculpting experience necessary.
BEGINNING FUSED GLASS
Mike Ouding / Studio 6
Thu 2/19-3/26
6:30-9pm / 6 weeks
$225 / Members: $205
Design unique pieces of glass art using colorful transparent and opaque glass. Learn the basic techniques of cutting, shaping, grinding, and fusing. Projects will include sun catchers, night lights, and a small slumped bowl. All materials provided with additional materials available for purchase.
FUSED GLASS SAMPLER
Sue Caulfield / Studio 6
Thu 1/29 - 3/5
3-5:30pm / 6 weeks
$225 / Members: $205
This is an opportunity to sample the process of fusing glass. Students will learn the basics of cutting and preparing glass to make a sun catcher or nightlight. No previous experience is required.