Water Street Glassworks 2012 Fall Semester Catalog

FALL 2012 140 Water Street Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 (269) 925-5555 www.waterstreetglassworks.org

school, studio and gallery dedicated to the glass and metal “fire arts”

CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS FOR STUDENTS AGE TEEN TO ADULT / EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS

WATER STREET GLASSWORKS FALL 2012 NEWS & EVENTS GLASS STUDIO OPEN HOUSE NEW!! TRY A TASTE OF GLASS:

Friday, Sept. 28, 6 - 9pm OR Friday, Nov., 16, 6 - 9pm Instructors: Jerry Catania, Carolyn O’Hearn & Becky Wehmer Drop in and learn up to three very different ways of working in glass!

Come by during one of two Friday night open houses between 6 - 9pm and sign up to do one or more activity: You can sign up ahead of time or drop by to check out available times. Groups of four can ‘taste’ together!

No experience required. All materials are provided. Projects will on the ½ hr.

Space varies among studios. *Pulled Flower in the hot shop $40. *Make a Bead $15. *Small Fused Panel $15.

THE GREAT GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH

October 19 - November 17 Opening Reception Benton Harbor Fall Art Hop Friday Oct. 19, 6 – 9pm This year's Pumpkin Patch will feature beautiful hand-blown pumpkins and, new this year, Pears! Fall themed glass and metal works by students and faculty will also be available throughout the galleries beginning the evening of the Fall Arts Hop. Watch glassblowers create pumpkins and pears the night of the Art Hop and next door GelatoWorks will offer up seasonal gelato flavors and spooky Halloween treats. A portion of the proceeds from this sale benefit the educational programing at Water Street Glassworks.

WATER STREET GLASSWORKS CLOSINGS THANKSGIVING Gelatoworks will also be closed Thursday, November 22

HOLIDAY WEEK

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FIRED UP! WINTER EXHIBIT

FACULTY & STUDENT HOLIDAY GLASS SALE

November 23 - December 23 Thanksgiving Weekend: Nov. 24, 25 & 26, 10am – 5pm Weekday Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10 am – 5pm Weekend Hours: Saturdays, 10am – 5pm Find something beautiful to give or to get and make your gift-giving count this year at WSG’s Annual Holiday Sale. A portion of the proceeds from this sale benefit the educational programing at Water Street Glassworks. Choose from a dazzling array of glass and metal pieces for decking the halls or for holiday gift giving. A gift that gives locally!

BENTON HARBOR ARTS DISTRICT FALL EVENTS

ARTOBERFEST Saturday, September 22, All Day Evening Concert requires admission FALL ART HOP Friday, October 19, 6 - 9pm WINTER ART HOP Friday, December 21, 6 - 9pm

December 8 - December 22 Opening Reception & Student Demos Saturday, December 8, 6 - 8pm Join us for our Winter Fired Up! Artists' exhibit Opening Reception and Student Demonstrations. For our new students this is their first experience in exhibiting in a gallery setting and discussing their work with the public. Guest will be treated to a cup of delicious chili and refreshments at this fiery, fun, family event. This event is free and open to the public.

VISITING ARTIST

Kelly Crosser Alge, a Fine Art graduate of Ohio Northern University and Owner of Modern Ancient Glass, is a full time artist, working primarily in fused glass and jewelry. Kelly is located in Findlay, Ohio, just 45 minutes south of Toledo, Ohio.

Toledo is well known as The Glass City, and is home to the world-class Toledo Museum of Art.

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Brianna Barron has studied at Pilchuck, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Ox-Bow, and the College of Creative Studies in Detroit, Michigan.

She was recently selected to be part of the Emerging Artists represented at the Ann Arbor Art Fair. Current exhibitions include: Sculptural Intellect at Wayne State Unversity and Marc Vandenberg Revisited and Introducing Brianna Barron Exhibit at Michigan Hot Glass Gallery in Detroit, Michigan. www.briannabarron.com.

Shannon Eakins received her MFA from University of Nevada Las Vegas in 2012.

Shannon holds a BFA (concentration in glass) from The Ohio State University and has studied at Pilchuck Glass School.

She has been an Artist-in-Residence at Museum of Glass (Tacoma, WA), and has taught workshops at Heisey Glass Museum, Glass Axis (Columbus, OH) an M-Space Glass Arts (Tacoma, WA).

She has extensive experience as a production glassblower and cofounded the Twisty Cup Pro-Am. Her recent installation Forever Staycation featured a thirty-foot tall inflatable gorilla, an iced sheet cake destroyed by robots, and rapid, audience-controlled changes in lighting and heating. Her recent projects and works in glass address mammalian behavioral models, desire, and nature’s impact on our visual culture. http://shannoneakins.com

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WATER STREET GLASSWORKS CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION Class registration begins Tuesday, August 28 at 10am.

All courses require pre-registration and are based on EST..

OFFICE HOURS: TUE - FRI, 10am - 5pm

SAT, Noon - 4pm

CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY REGISTER: By phone (269) 925-5555 or in person during office hours.

PAYMENT: Due no more than 5 days after registration and must be made through the office. (Instructors are not responsible for payments).

We accept Visa, Master Card, cash or check made payable to: WATER STREET GLASSWORKS, PO BOX 161, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49023 CANCELLATION: Refunds given up to ONE WEEK prior to the first class.

PARKING: Parking and entrance to studio are in back of the Building.

SPECIAL NOTICES: • Future prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in utility prices.

• We reserve the right to cancel, reschedule or adjust class levels according to demand. You will be sent a confirmation once enrollment requirements are met or if a class is cancelled.

• Your payment is held until enrollment is met. If a class is cancelled your payment will be returned or shredded.

• All students must sign a liability waiver on the first day of class.

• Krasl Art Center member discount of $15 per class is available for courses $65 and up.

For Krasl membership information, call the KAC at (269) 983-0271.

WATER STREET GLASSWORKS STAFF Administration and Operations: Eli Zilke, Studio Technician Sarah Hess, Executive Director Staff Instructors: Lynne Clayton, Education Director Jerry Catania, Fired Up! Siobhan Leonard, Education May Shultz-Reed, Fired Up! Assistant Carolyn O'Hearn, Fired Up! Becky Wehmer, Studio Manager* Becky Wehmer, Fired Up!* GelatoWorks: Cheryl Vitek, Manager Dan O'Hearn, Assistant Mgr. Fired Up! GelatoWorks Team A heartfelt thanks to the many volunteers that help our organization run smoothly and continue to grow and serve the community.

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STUDIO RENTAL

Rental registration begins Tuesday, September 4, at 10am.

All rental times require pre-registration and are based on EST. REGISTER: By phone or in person. No Email registrations for the Hot Shop

during the first week of registrations.

PAYMENT: Due no more than 5 days after registration.

CANCELLATION: Full refunds will be given up to ONE WEEK prior to the scheduled rental reservation.

Contact the Studio Manager: (269) 925-1944 Or via email: becky@waterstreetglassworks.org

HOT SHOP RENTAL

Hot shop rental hours are available only to students who have successfully completed Glassblowing 4 at WSG (or equivalent from another studio) and can safely demonstrate a proficient level of skill. Contact the office for an interview/audition. Sign up with a partner or one will be assigned to you.

LIMIT: 4 renters per session.

PAYMENT PER SESSION: $140 per bench for private bench.

OR $70 per person, per shared bench.

HOURS:

WEEKDAYS Mon. & Fri., 2 - 6 pm Tues. & Thurs., 6 - 10 pm WEEKENDS Fridays, 6 - 10 pm

Sept. 14, 21 Oct. 5,19, 26

Nov. 2,9, 23, 30 Dec. 7,14, 21

Saturdays, 2 - 6pm

(Call for 10am - 2pm availability) Sept. 15,22 Nov. 10 Oct. 27 Dec. 1,15

Sundays, 2 - 6pm

(Call for 10am - 2pm availability) Sept. 16,23 Nov. 11 Oct. 7,28 Dec. 2,16

FUSING STUDIO RENTAL

In order to use the studio, you must have completed Beginning Fused Glass and be age 13 and older or with faculty approval. There is no formal instruction during studio rental. Bring your own supplies, use our tools and leave your projects to be fired. We’ll make it easy for you! $10. per hour

STAINED GLASS STUDIO RENTAL

In order to use the studio you must have completed a Stained Glass class and be comfortable working on your own. There is no formal instruction during studio rental. You can rent studio time and work on your project independently using our tools. You must supply your own glass, lead, copper foil and zinc. $10. per hour

BEAD STUDIO RENTAL

In order to use the studio you must have completed a Beginning Bead class and be age 12 and older. Tools and supplies are included. There is no formal instruction during studio rental. $12. per hour.

Rental times for the Fusing, Stained Glass and Bead Studio are available by appointment. Please call Becky at 269-925-1944 to make arrangements.

Please feel free to inquire about other dates and times.

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GLASSBLOWING CORE CLASSES for ages 15 & up

Class Safety Requirements The following safety precautions apply to all artists and students in all Water Street Glassworks classes and studios, regardless of experience: • Protective eyewear is required and provided. Prescription eyeglasses are acceptable.

Master Glassblower Jerry Catania

WSG Matriculation Sequence For Glassblowing • Glassblowing instruction in the weekend format is sequenced into four courses: Glassblowing 1, 2, 3 and 4 • In the four-weeknight format, four courses are also required: (Glassblowing 1, 2, 3 and 4.

• Wear only non-flammable fabrics; 100% cotton is recommended.

• Long pants/jeans are required.

No shorts.

• Wear long-sleeved shirts or short sleeves with arm protection (Kevlar sleeves are provided).

• Wear closed-toe, non-skid shoes and socks. No sandals.

• No jewelry or acrylic nails allowed.

• Long hair must be tied back.

• Tutoring is available in between each session if you or the instructor feels more experience is needed to progress to the next level. After successful completion of either sequence, you are eligible for studio rental, allowing access to the glassblowing studio in four-hour reserved time slots.

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GLASSBLOWING weekday CLASSES for ages 15 & up

GLASSBLOWING 1 Four-Week Course

Mondays, Sept. 10 to October 1, 6 - 8:30pm -ORMondays, Nov. 26 to Dec. 17, 6 - 8:30 pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This hands-on course introduces the art of glassblowing to the beginner. Learn skills and techniques for manipulating molten hot glass into vessels. Lectures and demonstrations augment studio instruction. You will work in teams of two, because good teamwork is an important aspect of an efficient and safe glass studio.

No experience required. All materials are provided. $245.

GLASSBLOWING 2 Four-Week Course

Mondays, Oct. 15 to Nov. 5, 6 - 8:30pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Develop the basic techniques and skills learned in Glassblowing 1, starting with practicing desired shapes and ending with an introduction to color.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 1. All materials are provided. $245.

GLASSBLOWING 3 : Bit-work Four-Week Course

Wednesdays, Sept. 12 to Oct. 3, 6 - 8:30pm -ORWednesdays, Nov. 28 to Dec. 19, 6 - 8:30 pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Move beyond the basic vessel and focus on the techniques and teamwork necessary to accurately and safely apply "bits" such as handles, feet, wraps and prunts. Exercises to develop these skills will be applied to your own design interests.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 2. All materials are provided. $245.

GLASSBLOWING 4 :

Refining Form and Craft

Four-Week Course

Wednesdays, Oct. 17 to Nov. 7, 6 - 8:30pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This course builds on basic color and shaping techniques covered in the Glassblowing 2 & 3 courses. Incalmo, wraps, cane pick-ups, optical mold designs, cane drawing, etc. will be covered.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3. Bring your own color. $245..

See page 6 for studio rental info.

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GLASSBLOWING weekend CLASSES for ages 15 & up

GLASSBLOWING 1 Weekend Workshop

Sat. & Sun., Sept. 22 & 23, 9am - 2pm -ORSat. & Sun., Dec. 1 & 2, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This hands-on workshop introduces the art of glassblowing to the beginner.

Learn skills and techniques for manipulating molten hot glass into vessels. Lectures and demonstrations augment studio instruction. You will work in teams of two, because good teamwork is an important aspect of an efficient and safe glass studio.

No experience required. All materials are provided. $245.

GLASSBLOWING 2 Weekend Workshop

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 6 & 7, 9am - 2pm -ORSat. & Sun., Dec. 15 & 16, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Develop the basic techniques and skills learned in Glassblowing 1, starting with practicing desired shapes and ending with an introduction to color.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 1. All materials are provided. $245.

GLASSBLOWING 3 : Bit Work Weekend Workshop

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 27 & 28, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Move beyond the basic vessel and focus on the techniques and teamwork necessary to accurately and safely apply "bits" such as handles, feet, wraps and punts. Exercises to develop these skills will be applied to your own design interests.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 2. All materials are provided. $245.

GLASSBLOWING 4 :

Refining Form and Craft

Weekend Workshop

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 10 & 11, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Jerry Catania This class builds on basic color and shaping techniques covered in the Glassblowing 2 & 3 courses. Incalmo, wraps, cane pick-ups, optical mold designs, cane drawing, etc. will be covered.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3. Bring your own color. $245.

GLASSBLOWING TUTORING

Instructor: Becky Wehmer or Eli Zilke If you have completed a glassblowing level but still feel a little behind, we now offer tutoring! Becky or Eli will work with you one on one to determine where you are having the most difficulty and help you improve your skills. Contact the Studio Manager at 269-925-1944 or via email (becky@ waterstreetglassworks.org). $65. / hr.

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SPECIAL TOPICS

Spin to Win!: CENTRIFUGAL CASTING Sunday, Sept. 9, 10am - 4pm -ORSunday, Dec. 9, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Jerry Catania Apply the principle of centrifugal force to ladle cast glass and - voila! - you get one-of-a-kind, beautiful bowls.

Form bowl shapes in sand and press in patterns to create “one-use” molds.

Pour in the glass and “spin” for a “winning” functional work of art.

Expect to make several pieces.

No experience required. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $150.

See page 6 for studio rental info.

FALL HARVESTER: PUMPKINS, PEARS and FALL DELIGHTS! Sunday, Sept. 29, 12 - 5pm Instructor: Eli Zilke & Becky Wehmer Learn or refresh your skills to make pumpkin and pears in this blown and sculpted, hot glass workshop. Make a glass blown fall harvest for your Halloween décor. Use your new skills and volunteer to create pumpkins for WSG’s Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3. Bring your own color. All other materials provided. $110.

SCULPTURE FOR THE GARDEN WEEKEND WORKSHOP Fri., Oct. 12, 5 - 8pm &

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 13 & 14, 10am - 4pm Instructors: Jerry Catania & Lou Mark Create your own ladle-cast glass and forged/fabricated metal sculptures for the garden in this intensive weekend workshop. Start by learning how to ladle molten glass into sand molds and move on to metal forging and welding.

Expect to complete one or two garden sculptures by the end of the weekend.

Dress for mess!

No experience required. All materials provided. Bring a lunch and a sketchbook. $290.

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SPECIAL TOPICS NEW!! ADV. CANE and MURRINI WEEKEND WORKSHOP

NEW!! IT’S A SMALL GLASS WORLD AFTER ALL WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 20 & 21, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Shannon Eakins VISITING ARTIST Design and blow your own terrarium, exploring the optical and organic qualities of clear molten glass. This two day workshop will offer artists the opportunity to blow and cut vessels, and sculpt furnishings for their own miniature environment.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 1. All materials provided (except plants and dirt). Bring a lunch! $245

BLOWN GLASS ORNAMENTS

Saturday, Nov. 3, 10am - 6pm Instructors: Becky Wehmer & Eli Zilke Students will have ample hands on experience as they learn the classic techniques of shaping the glass and adding color designs, creating beautiful, unique ornaments. Just in time for the holidays. Bring your own color frit.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3.

Bring a lunch. $165.

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 17 & 18, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Eli Zilke Work with Murrini Man, Eli Zilke to produce “mucho murrini” including your own signature murrini to individualize and “tag” your future glass masterpieces.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3. Bring your own color and a lunch. All other materials included. $210.

NEW!! NOT YOUR AVERAGE GOBLET CLASS

Saturday, Nov. 24, 10 - 5 pm Instructor: Brianna Barron VISITING ARTIST Don’t miss this artistic goblet class and try your hand at creating something other than the typical Italian style goblet.

This class will focus on putting an artistic twist on the classic goblet form, by using the stem of the goblet as an opportunity to create unique forms and express ideas sculpturally. We will use the garage to hot assemble parts (Cup, foot etc.). The focus will be less on the function of the goblet, and more on the aesthetic value of the piece.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3. Bring your own color and a lunch. All other materials included. $150.

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SPECIAL TOPICS RONDELLES IN COLOR

Sunday, Dec. 8, 9am - 5pm Instructor: Eli Zilke This class focuses on techniques and applications with color rods, frits and optic molds. You’ll create decorative, colorful spun plates or handkerchief edged, footed bowls called rondelles.

Rondelles can be tabletop pieces or hung on a wall.

Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3. Bring your own color and save your shards for use in this class. Bring a lunch. $175.

NEW!! FOUND OBJECTs:

GLASS-TO-GLASS GLUE TRICKS

Weekend workshop

Saturday, Dec. 8, Noon - 4pm Instructor: Dorris Akers VISITING ARTIST Want to join glass-to-glass and glass to other found materials? Art-making using man made glass objects is fun and rewarding. Learn the ups and downs of working with UV-cured glue and other adhesives to produce your own small sculptures, lamps or whimsies.

No experience required. Bring your own glass and other found objects.

Instructor will contact you to clarify supplies. $90.

Visitors are invited to view glassblowing from our Cat Walk during classes and when the studios are being rented.

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FLAMEWORking (Formerly Beadmaking) (ages 12 & UP)

New!! "Bead Break"

Fridays, Noon - 1pm Instructor: Gina Edwards Come have a quick bead getaway on your lunch hour – Each week a new topic will be covered.

Prerequisite: Classes must be taken in succession (I - III) or the Beginning Beadmaking classes listed above.

September 7

I. Intro to Basics

September 14

II. Dots

September 21-

II. Wraps

September 28

III. Twisties

October 5

I. Intro to Basics

October12

II. Bubbles

October 19

III. Dots on Dots

October 26

III. Flowers

Advance registration and payment required. $20/session.

NEW!! STRINGING YOU ALONG:

The FINE ART OF WORKING WITH STRINGERS Saturday, Sept. 15, Noon - 4pm Instructor: Gina Edwards Working with stringers is almost essential in flamework beadmaking, yet it is one of those skills that can be hard to master. In this class learn different methods for pulling stringer and how to pull it consistently in various thicknesses. Demonstration and lecture will show a variety of tips and tricks for successfully applying stringer to a bead, including dots, stripes, and spirals. Minor torches will be used for this class.

Prerequisite: Beginning Beadmaking required. All materials provided. $75.

BEGINNING BEADMAKING four-Week Course

Wednesdays, Oct. 3 - 24, 6 - 8pm Instructor: Kerri LeRoux

-ORWeekend workshop

"Stringing you Along" See page 6 for studio rental info.

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 10 & 11, 9am - 1pm Instructor: Becky Wehmer Learn basic methods and techniques of making glass beads using a tabletop torch. Shape, mold and decorate molten glass into beads for use in jewelry. Learn wraps, stringers, dots, “twisties” and more! Instruction includes lecture, demonstration and lots of hands-on studio time.

No experience required. All materials provided. $145.

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FLAMEWORking (Formerly Beadmaking) (ages 12 & UP)

NEW!! INTRO TO FLAME WORKED BOROSILICATE

Saturday, Oct. 13, 1 - 5 pm Instructor: Joe Schlemmer This introduction to Borosilicate (Pyrex) class will go over the setup and safety for working with Borosilicate and give you the basic knowledge to set up your own torch at home safely. We will discuss the properties of Boro glass versus other mediums and the pros and cons of each and play with some pretty Dichroic glass. After demonstrations, students will have an opportunity to work with some Boro to make some work of their own.

No experience required. All materials provided. $90.

HALLOWEEN FUN!

Saturday, Oct. 20, 9am - 1pm Instructor: Kerri LeRoux Learn how to make a variety of Halloween inspired beads to wear or display. Make children in pumpkin clothing, ghosts, webs, spiders, and witches hats utilizing the minor torches.

Prerequisite: Beginning Beadmaking. All materials provided. $75.

NEW!! TWISTED BORO PENDANTS

Saturday, Nov. 17, 1 - 5pm Instructor: Joe Schlemmer In this class you will learn how to make Borosilicate pendants. There are many styles that can be made, but we will focus on the Reverse Twist pendant.

Prerequisite: Intro to boro is required.

All Materials are included. $90.

New!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Saturday, Dec. 1, 9am - 2pm Instructor: Gina Edwards Learn how to make an assortment of Christmas or Holiday theme beads to wear or display. Theme bead ideas include snowman, Christmas light bulb, and Santa beads. Minor torches will be used for this class.

Prerequisite: Beginning Beadmaking. All materials provided. $85

See page 6 for studio rental info.

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KILN-FORMED GLASS

(AGES 12 & UP, EXCEPT 'TWEEN FUSING) TGIF

Fridays, Noon - 1pm Instructor: Carolyn O'Hearn September 7

Nightlights (2)

September 14

6” Sushi Plate

September 21

Wasabi Dishes (2)

September 28

Fall Sun catcher

October 5

Pendants (5)

October 12

6” Round Bowl

October 19

Nightlights (2)

October 26

Photo Frame

November 2

6x8" Cheese Plate

November 9

Pendants (5)

November 16

6” Sushi Plate

November 30

Wasabi Dishes (2)

No experience required. All materials provided. $25.

Beginning Fused Glass

Thursday, Sept. 13, 9am - 1pm -ORThursday, Oct. 4, 9am - 1pm Instructor: Cindy Fielding Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing.

This introductory class focuses on creating good designs, proper use of tools, different types of glass materials and techniques. We’ll complete 2 – 3 projects.

Bring a design idea with you! No experience required. All materials provided for basic projects. $85.

Tween Fusing FRIDAYS TWO-WEEK COURSE

September 14 & 21, 4:30pm - 6pm Introduction to Fusing Techniques, -OROctober 12 & 19, 4:30pm - 6pm Holiday Gift Projects, -ORNovember 9 & 16, 4:30pm - 6pm Ornaments for Family and Friends Instructor: Carolyn O’Hearn Bring your imagination and your sketchbook as we learn to cut and shape glass, plan and complete your designs, and maybe add a few touches you would not expect to see in fused glass!

No experience required. All materials provided. $70/session.

See page 5 for class registration info.

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KILN-FORMED GLASS

(AGES 12 & UP, EXCEPT 'TWEEN FUSING) Intermediate Fused Glass

Thursday, Sept. 20, 9am - 1pm -OR- Thursday, Sept. 27, 9am - 1pm -OR- Thursday, Oct. 11, 9am - 1pm -OR- Thursday, Oct. 18, 9am - 1pm Instructor: Cindy Fielding For students who would like to work on more involved projects but prefer the instruction not offered with studio rental.

Prerequisite: Beginning fused glass.

Extra materials available for purchase. $95/session.

Layered Landscapes FOUR-week session

Fridays, Oct. 5 - 26, 2 - 4pm Instructor: Carolyn O’Hearn Focus on development of background, midground and foreground using optical and textural techniques to create a multi-layered landscape panels in glass.

Prerequisite: Beginning Fused Glass.

Basic materials included. Speciality glass available for sale at an additional cost. $180.

See page 5 for class registration info.

BUTTONS, BUTTONS, BUTTONS!

Friday, Oct. 5, 6 - 8pm Instructor: Carolyn O’Hearn Need a special button or pin to dress up a favorite jacket or scarf? We will introduce you to a variety of specialty glasses and techniques to produce “one of a kind” items to adorn your own wearable art. Expect to make several buttons, pins, or scarf loops during this class.

No experience required. All materials provided. $45.

Kiln-Formed Glass:

Principles and Practicalities of Firing Techniques Saturday, Oct. 13, 10am - Noon Instructor: Carolyn O’Hearn For those who want to learn more about the details of kiln use, shelf preparation, firing schedules, terminology, product selection and side by side comparison of the variables.

This class is a discussion format with some ‘hands on’ experience with each of the steps including the determination and programming of firing schedules. Samples and notes provided.

No experience required. All materials provided. $65.

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KILN-FORMED GLASS

(AGES 12 & UP, EXCEPT 'TWEEN FUSING) GIRLS NIGHT OUT

Friday, Oct. 26, 7 - 9:30pm -ORFriday, Nov. 30, 7 - 9:30pm Instructor: Carolyn O’Hearn Play harder! We’ve taken our popular TGIF format and expanded it. Projects are larger and more involved. 8” x 12” platter, 10” square plate, 9” square sushi dish are just some of the projects available.

No experience required. All materials included. $45/session.

NEW!! Sgrafitto Techniques in Flat Glass

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 27 & 28, 10am - 3pm Instructor: Kelly Crosser Alge VISITING ARTIST .

This exciting NEW, class offers a two day intensive that gives you a chance to explore the technique of glass sgraffito drawing. Perfect for beginners and advanced students alike! Students will learn the basics to create a small 'tester' piece and a "glass postcard", suitable for framing . Bring a photograph of your own to use for inspiration.

Advanced techniques such as incorporating color, creating depth, firing options, and more will be covered on day 2. Students will create an 8"x10" piece in addition to the two smaller pieces.

No experience necessary. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $225.

Calling All Fusers!

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 3 & 4, 2 - 6pm REMINDER: Daylight Savings!

Please join us in the fusing studio for oneor all of the above dates to help create ornaments for Water Street Glass’ annual Holiday sale. Come when you can, leave when you must. (Cider & snack incentive!)

See page 6 for studio rental info.

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STAINED GLASS & MOSAIC (AGES 12 & UP)

BEGINNING COPPER FOIL STAINED GLASS TECHNIQUES Three-week course

Tuesdays, Sept 25 to Oct. 9, 6 - 8:30 pm Instructor: May Schultz-Reed The first session is a “quick learning class” to prepare you for creating copper foil stained glass piece. You will learn what all the tools are for, and practice each step: cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering. The following classes you will execute what you've learned to create your own sun catchers.

No experience needed. All supplies provided. $125.

MOSAIC STAINED GLASS:

STEPPING STONE & BUTTERFLY POND Saturday, Oct. 6, 12-3pm Instructor: May Schultz-Reed Create your own stepping stone for your garden and a Butterfly pond too!

Fun, easy and rewarding! Stained glass mosaic project for beginners. During your class you will learn to cut, adhere and grout glass as part of the mosaic process. At the end of your class you will have finished pieces to take home.

No experience required. All materials are provided. $60.

COPPER FOIL STAINED GLASS WINDOW TECHNIQUES Three-week course

Tuesdays, Oct. 23, 30 & Nov 6, 6-8:30 Instructor: May Schultz-Reed Learn the copper foil stained glass method used by Louis Comfort Tiffany Studios to create windows and lamps.

The first Tuesday evening class will be a “quick learning class” to prepare you for creating any leaded glass window.

You will learn what all the tools are used for and practice each step: work surface, pattern prep, cutting, grinding, fitting, soldering joints and framing as well as pattern design tips. During the second and third class you will execute what you have learned and create a 10" x 12' leaded stained glass window.

Choice of design from several different patterns.

No experience required. All materials are provided. $135.

See page 6 for studio rental info.

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Light metal jewelry (ages 12 & UP)

NEW!! COPPER ENAMELING JEWELRY CLASS THREE-WEEK cOURSE

Wednesdays, Sept. 19 to Oct. 3, 6-8:30 pm Instructor: Jacquie Baker VISITING ARTIST The class will introduce the basic techniques of fusing glass powder to copper—called enameling. We will learn how to apply the powder with various methods and then fire the projects. Techniques taught will be stenciling, drawing, and stamping. You will end up with artwork that can be completed as decorative objects or jewelry.

No experience required. All materials provided. $135

COLD CONNECTIONS two-week course

Mondays, October 22 & 29, 7-9pm Instructor: Angela Caldwell Love the look of layered and combined metals or the industrial style of rivets and tubing? Cold connections are the secret to putting it all together. Learn the basics of tube and nail rivets while creating interesting earrings, pendants or components for bracelets. In this class, you’ll learn how to cut, drill, saw, file, and hold all your pieces together with various types of rivets. Once you learn these techniques, you won’t be able to stop!

No experience required. All materials provided. $90.

VIKING KNIT

Sat. November 3, 1pm – 4pm Instructor: Kerri LeRoux Learn to weave wire into a beautiful Viking Knit chain. Viking knit chain can be used to make necklaces, bracelets and even earrings. You will learn the technique for single, double and even triple weave Viking knit. When you leave class, you will have the tools and information you will need to continue making Viking knit.

No experience required. All materials provided. $65.

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Light metal jewelry (ages 12 & UP)

NEW!! EARRINGS, EARRINGS, EARRINGS! Three-week Course

Mondays, Nov. 12 - 26, 6-8:30pm Instructor: Angela Caldwell Learn the basics of how to create earrings. You will use hand tools including: hammer, saw, mandrel, and disc punch to create bead caps or decorative elements. You will also learn how to make your own head pins and ear wires. You’ll learn how to design using metal wire, copper and brass sheeting. You’ll leave with a couple of finished pieces and the know how to get started making simple but stylish jewelry.

No experience required. All metal materials provided. Bring your own stash of decorative beads for a personal touch. $120.

NEW!! Intermediate COPPER ENAMELING Techniques

Sunday, Nov. 18, Noon - 6pm Instructor: Neil Kraus- VISITING ARTIST In this multi-level class, participants will build on the previously learned basic techniques of Limoges Enameling; fusing glass to copper. We will learn how to sift, fire and layer on a larger scale, working on projects like plaques, bowls, or larger jewelry pieces.

Sgrafitto, stencils, as well as other pattern making techniques will be discussed. You will be able to several finished pieces and end up with great artwork that is colorful, spontaneous and immediate.

Prerequisite: Previous copper enamelling experience required. All materials provided. $150.

See page 5 for class registration info.

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metal working (ages 15 & up)

CREATIVE WELDING I Four-week course

Mondays, Sept. 10 to Oct. 1, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Aaron Closson Creative Welding is an introduction in to artistic welding and metalworking.

Learn safety in the studio and how to handle the tools in order to cut, bend, hammer, torch and weld steel to create metal artwork.

No experience required. All materials provided. $225.

BLACKSMITHING: Four-week course

Tuesdays, Sept. 11 to Oct. 2, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Ted Guimond This course will cover the basics of the art of blacksmithing. Learn fire tending, hand forging, decorative twists, and use of special tools. We will begin with simple projects such as nails, “S” hooks, coat hooks, and letter openers. More complex projects are possible as you progress.

No experience required. All materials provided. $225.

WELDING: GARDEN TRELLIS Saturday, Sept. 15, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Josh Andres Create a beautiful, functional work of art in the form of a trellis for your garden or yard this spring by using re-bar and found objects. You will cut, bend, weld and fabricate metal.

Prerequisite: Creative Welding or equivalent experience. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $150.

New!! CREATIVE WELDING 2 Four-week course

Mondays, Oct. 15 to Nov. 5, 6 - 9pm Instructor: Aaron Closson In Creative Welding 2 students will develop intro skills in artistic welding and metalworking. Learn safety in the studio and how to handle the tools in order to cut, bend, hammer, torch and weld steel to create metal artwork. At the conclusion of Creative Welding 2, students may apply to Rent Studio time.

Prerequisite: Creative Welding 1. All materials provided. $225.

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metal working (ages 15 & up)

CAMPFIRE COOKING TOOLS

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 20 & 21, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Ted Guimond An opportunity for blacksmithing students to make the tools and equipment needed around the home or camp-fire pit. Participants will make their own set of fire tending and campfire cooking implements including: fire poker, cooking tripod, “S” hooks, fireplace log tongs, campfire grill, and more.

No experience required. All materials included. $225.

METALS AS FIBER Saturday, Oct. 27, 9am - 4pm Instructor: Ruby Miller VISITING ARTIST In this class, students will be exploring unconventional combinations of fiber and metal and how one creates meaning in art through their material decisions. The class will explore the application of traditional fiber techniques to metal. Methods will include crochet/knitting with wire, embroidery on wire screen and thinking about metal working in a fiber context, among others. This class will also incorporate discussion of the meaning in these materials and combinations and how ones’ artistic choices build meaning in art.

No experience required. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $125.

DECORATIVE HOME ITEMS wEEKEND WORKSHOP

Sat. & Sun., Oct. 27 & 28, Noon - 5pm Instructor: Ted Guimond Create decorative and useful wrought iron items for the home. Projects include: coat hooks, plant hangers, trivets, oven rack puller, banana stand, door hardware, kitchen utensil rack and “S” hooks, paper towel and toilet paper holders. The class is open to beginners through experienced blacksmiths.

No experience required. All materials provided. $185.

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NEW!! Intro to creative Metal support FOR GLASS

Sunday, Nov. 4, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Josh Andres REMINDER: Daylight Savings!

Elevate your artwork! Create a customized metal stand or frame for your glass art. Basic design considerations for 2D and 3D artwork will be covered as well as mounting considerations; Horizontal vs. vertical and structural support. Bring prospective artwork, ideas, or sketches to use as a basis for planning your display.

You will learn the techniques to make a stand for a flat panel and/or design considerations for 3D pieces of art.

Prerequisite: Previous welding experience. All basic materials included. Bring a lunch and a sketchbook. $140.

See page 5 for class registration info.

PLASMA CUT LAMPS

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 17 & 18, 10am - 4pm -ORSat. & Sun., Dec. 1 & 2, 10am - 4pm Instructor: Ruby Miller VISITING ARTIST Students will be learning to use a plasma cutter to “draw” in steel and make a lamp to go around a candle.

The basics of metal safety and working between 2D and 3D designs will be covered. This is a fun technique that is straightforward to learn and has broad artistic potential.

No experience required. All materials provided. Bring a lunch. $250.

WELDING: TEXTURE ON METAL

Saturday, Dec. 15, Noon - 4pm Instructor: Josh Andres Enchance your metalworking skills as you use welders, plasma cutters, torches, hammers, and grinders to apply different textures and finishes to your pieces. Learn ways to enhance and personalize your unique and one of a kind work.

Prerequisite: Creative Welding 1 or equivalent experience. All materials provided. $85.

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