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Overview of Courses Offered
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Course Name |
Brief Description |
Cost |
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6-week
(12-18 hours of studio / classroom instruction)
course which introduces students to basics of glass
cutting; creating a pattern; working with lead came;
soldering; and finishing a panel. Course requires
use of basic glass tools and extensive "homework";
access to studio time provided between classes.
Normally taught one night per week. |
$75/person+
$50 tool
deposit |
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4-week
(8 hours of classroom instruction) course which introduces
students to basics of copper foiling, grinding, soldering,
creating a beaded seam, patinas and finishing a panel/project. Homework
required. Normally taught one night/day per week during
the week. Preliminary glass skills needed for success
in this course. Occasionally taught as a one-day course. |
$50/person+
Materials+
$50 tool
deposit |
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6-week
(12 hours of studio / classroom instruction) course which
introduces students to basics of glass cutting; creating
a pattern; and working with cement to create a stepping
stone. Course requires use of basic glass tools and some
homework; access to studio time provided between classes.
Normally taught one night per week during the week |
$60/person
+ materials |
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½ day
(4-6 hour) course focusing on the creation of stained glass
stepping stones, using pre-cut kits and mosaic tiles; no cutting
involved. Focus is on proper fitting of pieces; cementing;
and finishing of completed stones. [Weekend class] |
$50/person |
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This
one-day intensive class is taught at the intermediate
level, and is for experienced glass crafters ONLY! It is
not an entry level class, but a hands-on introduction to
the copper foil technique. In order to complete the class
in this limited time frame, pre-cut kits
will be used and we will concentrating on foiling, soldering,
and finishing techniques only. |
$100/person
including materials |
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Two-day
(8-12 hours) course which introduces students to 3-three
dimensional, panel-lamp construction using copper foil
techniques. Focus is on proper cutting, grinding,
assembly of individual panels into complete lamp, patinas,
and project strengthening techniques. Extensive "homework" required
to complete in a timely fashion. [Weekend classes normally.] |
$65/person
+ materials |
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classes are arranged on the basis of demand; minimum = 3; maximum
class size ranges from 5-8, varies by course |
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This
description and cost presupposes some glass experience. If this class is taught
as a true "introductory course" (no prior glass experience),
costs will be $75 per person and class will be 6 weeks duration. |
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Additional courses
in mosaics (picture frames and clocks) will be offered as requested. Costs
for these courses will vary depending on materials. |
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