Ever wanted to learn how to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It’s easier than you think! In three evenings, you will learn how to lay a bead and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty! 3 Different Sessions A,B& C Offered!
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Class 5007 – Open Studio – Work At Your Own Pace
Already know the basics of casting or fusing? Open Studio gives each student the opportunity to work independently in a world class studio. Tuition includes a kiln firing per session, clear base glass and colored scrap glass, use of studio tools. Note: students working in dry plaster casting need to schedule cleanup date with studio coordinator.
Cost: $350 for 4 sessions. $100 for 1 session. Open studio is 12-4 on weekdays. Email erwin@washglass.com for questions or scheduling.
Spring & Summer 2015 Class Schedule
Spring/Summer 2015 Class Schedule
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Class 2000 – Beginner’s Glass Lover’s Weekend
As mentioned in the September issue of Washingtonian Magazine – Our most popular class, this is the fastest way to learn all aspects of warm glass in the shortest amount of time! Under the supervision of a professional glass artist you will learn the fundamentals of fusing, slumping and dimensional kiln casting. Everything from bowls and plates to sculptural objects… this is the perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of glass… and you will leave with several very cool items!
Instructor: Audrey Wilson
Dates Session A – Sat/Sun May 2/3, Session B- Sat/Sun June 27/28, Session C – Sat/Sun Aug. 1/2
Time 1pm to 5pm each day
Tuition $350 per student (all mtls included)
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Class 2001 – MIG Welding For Dummies!
Ever wondered about learning to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It’s easier than you think! In three evenings you will learn how to lay a bead, and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty!
Instructor : Erwin Timmers
Dates: Session A: Thurs eves in April (16,23,30), Session B: Thursday eves in July (9,16,23)
Time : 7pm to 9:30pm
Tuition : $375 per student
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Class 2002 – Audrey’s Super Bowl Parties!
You like bowls? So do we! So come join Audrey Wilson at a super Bowl Making party! Email for availability…..and let the bowl making begin!
(email the instructor Audrey directly on this one – studio@washglass.com)
(max 6 students per session; 3 bowls per student depending on size of bowl)
Instructor : Audrey Wilson
Dates : Super Bowl Parties take place on the following dates:
May 23; July 18; Aug 8; Aug 22
Time : 1:30 pm to 4pm
Tuition : $75 for each session if using float glass, $100 for Bullseye glass.
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Class 2003 – Bas Relief in Glass – Overview of Deep Relief Dry Plaster Casting
Tired of working flat? Want an easy way to get some real depth into your glass? Here’s a fun class where you will learn one of the easiest yet most versatile methods of kiln casting glass to achieve bas-relief sculpture. This incredible method has endless fine art and architectural applications. In this two day class, we will discuss different types of glass and their firing schedules. Working with color and how it can affect dimensional casting will also be explored. Bring items you may want to cast with this method or choose from our image library. All materials and firings are included.
Instructors : Sean Hennessey/Audrey Wilson
Dates : Tues eves (May 19, 26, June 2)
Time : 7pm to 9:30pm
Tuition : $375 per student
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Class 2004 -Silk Screening and Painting On Glass with Joseph Cavalieri
This workshop will cover numerous painting on glass techniques, some dating from Medieval times, but most developed in modern times. Students will learn hand painting, airbrushing, inking, and silk-screening processes using kiln fired enamels. The main emphasis of the class is silk-screening techniques. A variety of silk-screens with patterns, graphics and photographs will be available for the class to use. The glass is kiln fired to make these images permanent on the top surface of the glass, which is called a polish fuse. Demonstrations on how to frame and light the work will be shown. Three professional practice lectures will be presented to provide insight for beginners and professionals. These include how to “package yourself”, “market your art”, and “successfully get into artist residencies”.Students can choose to leave the class with one finished work or a stack of painted glass samples, or both!* We will not be making the screens but students have the option of bringing their own silk-screens, and will be directed how to after they sign up.
Instructor : Joseph Cavalieri
Dates : Sept 5, 6, 7 over Labor Day Weekend
Time : 10am to 5pm
Tuition : $500 per student
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Class 2005 – Next Step Fusing – Applying Tack Fused Imagery
Bring your fusing skills to a new level. Beginning fusers will learn to use molds and frit to produce bas relief objects, then will tack fuse them into a patterned bowl on a base glass piece.
Instructor : Audrey Wilson
Dates : Tuesday eves. Sept. (8, 15, 22)
Time : 7pm to 9:30pm
Tuition : $450 per student
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Class 2006- Lighting Up Your Life….Making Lighting For Your Home!
Are you looking to bring some new light into your home? Tired of having the same lamps around? Well, come and make a new one in this class! You will truly display your glass skills in their best light. You’ll learn to cut, fuse and shape glass into the right form. Ceiling or wall fixture; you will have the chance to design your own. You will also learn how to safely wire and install your new lamp. No glass or electrical experience is necessary. We provide the mounting hardware.
Instructor : Erwin Timmers
Dates : Thurs eves in May (14,21,28)
Time : 7 pm to 9:30pm
Tuition : $350
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Class 2007- Next Step MIG Welding
Now that you’ve tried your hand at MIG welding, the hot-glue gun of the metal shop, why not expand your horizons? We will offer a truck load of new techniques. You can compare welding stainless steel vs. aluminum, and pit the plasma cutter vs. oxy-acetylene. You will also improve your MIG skills, and spend more time on grinding, polishing, finishing and patinas. Bring ideas for a small project and you’ll walk home with it. Remember, this is a real, live, active, working shop! You will get dirty. Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.Prerequisite: MIG welding class or equivalent experience.
Instructor : Erwin Timmers
Dates : Thurs eve in June (11,18,25)
Time : 7pm to 9:30pm
Tuition : $375
Class 2008- Open Studio – Work At Your Own Pace
Already know the basics of casting or fusing? Open Studio gives each student the opportunity to work independently in a world class studio. Tuition includes a kiln firing per session, clear base glass and colored scrap glass, use of studio tools. Note: students working in dry plaster casting need to schedule cleanup date with studio coordinator.
Instructor : Studio Staff
Dates : Wed/Thurs/Sat afternoons (call to confirm appointment)
Time : 1pm to 5pm
Tuition : $300 for 4 sessions
New Washington Glass School Winter/Spring 2014 Schedule
New Winter/Spring 2014 Class Schedule
To register for any classes…please call or e-mail to hold a space and mail a $50 deposit check made out to Washington Glass School. Be sure to include the course number and your phone number with your deposit. This is important to do ASAP as classes tend to fill quickly! All checks, class info and registration are to be sent to: |
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Our most popular class, this is the fastest way to learn all aspects of warm glass in the shortest amount of time! Under the supervision of a professional glass artist you will learn the fundamentals of fusing, slumping and dimensional kiln casting. Everything from bowls and plates to sculptural objects… this is the perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of glass… and you will leave with several very cool items! Offered 3 times in the session. Instructors Audrey Wilson
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Class 1601 – MIG Welding For Dummies!
Ever wondered about learning to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It’s easier than you think! In three evenings you will learn how to lay a bead, and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty! Offered 2 times this calendar. Session A Wed.Eves Jan.(8,15,22)
Session B Wed.Eves April (2,9,16)
Time : 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm Tuition : $350 per student |
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Learn how to use colorful glass frits to create interesting and unique designs on two separate fused bowls. You will learn about shifting frit onto fiber paper to create lacy frit wafers. A great technique with many uses, including learning how to layer wafers to create depth and wondrous beauty! Bring your bowl fusing skills to the next level with this two day course. Instructors: Audrey Wilson
Dates : Saturdays in March (8 and 15)
Time: 1:00pm to 4pm
Tuition : $350
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Are you looking to bring some new light into your home? Tired of the same old “builder special” lights? Well, come and make your own in this class! You will truly display your glass skills in their best light. You’ll learn to cut, fuse and shape glass into the right form. Ceiling or wall fixture, you will have the chance to design your own. You will also learn how to safely wire and install your new lamp. No glass or electrical experience is necessary. Instructor: Erwin Timmers Dates : Wednesday eves, Feb. 5, 12, and 19 Tuition: $300 per student (all materials included) |
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Now that you’ve tried your hand at MIG welding, the hot-glue gun of the metal shop, why not expand your horizons? We will offer a truck load of new techniques. You can compare welding stainless steel vs. aluminum, and pit the plasma cutter vs. oxyacetylene. You will also improve your MIG skills, and spend more time on grinding, polishing, finishing and patinas. Remember, this is a real, live, active, working shop! You will get dirty. Wear closed-toed shoes and long pants. Prerequisite: one MIG welding class or equivalent. Instructor: Erwin Timmers Dates : Wednesday eves, Mar. 5, 12, and 19 Tuition: $350 per student (all materials included) |
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Class 1606 – Audrey’s Weekly Super Bowl Party!
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You like bowls? So do we! So every Saturday come join Audrey Wilson at a super Bowl Making party! This is ongoing all summer (unless Audrey needs a break!). Email for availability…..and let the bowl making begin! (email the instructor Audrey directly on this one – studio@washglass.com)
Instructor : Audrey Wilson
Dates : the Super Bowl Party will take place on the following dates. Take just one or all of them! Jan. 4th and 25th
Feb. 1st and 22nd
March 1st and 22nd.
Time : 1:30 to 4pm
Tuition : $75 for each session.(limit 6 students per session)
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Instructor : Studio Staff
Dates : Wed/Thurs/Sat afternoons (call to confirm appointment)
Time : 1pm to 5pm
Tuition : $300 for 4 sessions |
Deposit for Class Registration, balance due at class time. |
New Washington Glass School Fall 2013 Schedule
Washington Glass School Sept-Dec 2013 Class Schedule
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Our most popular class, this is the fastest way to learn all aspects of warm glass in the shortest amount of time! Under the supervision of a professional glass artist you will learn the fundamentals of fusing, slumping and dimensional kiln casting. Everything from bowls and plates to sculptural objects… this is the perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of glass… and you will leave with several very cool items! Offered 3 times in the session. Instructors Audrey Wilson |
Class 1501 – MIG Welding For Dummies!
Ever wondered about learning to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It’s easier than you think! In three evenings you will learn how to lay a bead, and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty! Offered 2 times this calendar. Wed. Eves in Sept. (11, 18, 25)
Session B Wed. Eves in Nov. (6, 13, 20)
Time : 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm Tuition : $350 per student |
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Chess, Checkers, Parchesi, Scrabble….Whatever you want! Make a chess board fit for a king! Not only are these great gifts, but are also fun to make! From beginners to the most experienced. All glass and materials included!
Instructors: Audrey Wilson
Dates : Oct 12/13
Time: 1:30pm to 5pm
Tuition : $400
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Part One : Found (one day session) A hands-on course that explores making flexible, reusable molds for the production of repeatable parts. Students will be asked to bring in a minimum of 10 small “found” objects (objects must not have any dimension thicker than1″.) We will discuss all the objects in terms of approaches for making flexible molds, then identify the best choices to make. Lab fee for mold materials. Part Two: Lost ( 2 days) In this “part 2” course we will take the wax parts we make in our new flexible molds and turn them into “lost wax ” glass castings. Mysteries will be revealed about how the wax is “lost” and how glass takes its place. A variety of plaster mold making methods will be explained. Hand built versus poured? Reinforcement methods? Hi temp versus conventional plasters? Each student will make one small 3 dimensional glass casting.
Instructor: Debra Ruzinsky
Dates : Saturday Nov. 9th from 1 to 5pm
Tuition : $400 + lab fees
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————————————————————— Who was there, what they did, and why; in the US and abroad; male and female artists; people you may never have heard about! For Glass Seccessionists who want to learn a little bit of history, that isn’t just about the biggest names in the field. This is a great chance to get the overview you might have missed, from the person who has been in enough places to give the best presentation on it! Lecturer : Debra Ruzinsky When : October 5th Time: 1 to 3pm Cost : Free of charge….just show up! RSVP’s appreciated.
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This is your chance to venture into furniture-making for your home. We will focus on using recycled materials to create a side table. You will get an introduction to welding and then cut and weld a steel frame. You will then cast or fuse an incredibly cool glass top to give you a one-of-a-kind table of your own design. No prior welding or glass experience is needed but not discouraged. There are size limitations for the glass top – not to exceed 18″ x 18″. Instructor: Erwin Timmers Dates : Wednesday eves, Oct 9, 16, 23 and 30 Time: 7pm to 9:30pm Tuition: $400 per student (all materials included) |
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Class 1506 – Audrey’s Weekly Super Bowl Party!
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You like bowls? So do we! So every Saturday come join Audrey Wilson at a super Bowl Making party! This is ongoing all summer (unless Audrey needs a break!). Email for availability…..and let the bowl making begin! (email the instructor Audrey directly on this one – studio@washglass.com)
Instructor : Audrey Wilson
Dates : the Super Bowl Party will take place on the following dates. Take just one or all of them!
Tuition : $75 for each session.(limit 6 students per session)
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Class 1507- Open Studio – Work At Your Own Pace
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Already know the basics of casting or fusing? Open Studio gives each student the opportunity to work independently in a world class studio. Tuition includes a kiln firing per session, clear base glass and colored scrap glass, use of studio tools. Note: students working in dry plaster casting need to schedule cleanup date with studio coordinator.
Instructor : Studio Staff
Time : 1pm to 5pm
Tuition : $300 for 4 sessions
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While we overhaul our Paypal online registration connection, please send an Email (washglassschool@aol.com) or phone the school at 202-744-8222 to register.
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Washington Glass School New Class Schedule
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In time for a leisurely read during the holiday break – the January – April 2013 Washington Glass School class schedule!
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Class 1350 – Beginner’s Glass Lover’s Weekend
Our most popular class, this is the fastest way to learn all aspects of warm glass in the shortest amount of time! Under the supervision of a professional glass artist you will learn the fundamentals of fusing, slumping and dimensional kiln casting. Everything from bowls and plates to sculptural objects… this is the perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of glass… and you will leave with several very cool items! Offered 2 times in the session.
Instructors Audrey Wilson
Dates Session A – Sat/Sun Feb 16 & 17
Session B – Sat/Sun Apr. 6 & 7
Time 1pm to 5pm each day
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Class 1351 – Bas Relief In Glass (Deep Relief Dry Plaster Casting)
Tired of working flat? Want an easy way to get some real depth into your glass? Here’s a fun class where you will learn one of the easiest methods of kilncasting sheet glass to achieve bas-relief sculpture. This incredibly versatile method has endless fine art and architectural applications. In this two day class, we will discuss different types of glass and their firing schedules. Working with color and how it can affect dimensional casting will also be explored. Bring items you may want to cast with this method or choose from our image library. All materials and firings included.
Instructor: Michael Janis
Dates : Sat afternoons Feb 2, 9
Time : 2pm to 5pm
Tuition : $350 per student (all materials included)
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Class 1352 - MIG Welding for Dummies!
Ever wondered about learning to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It's easier than you think! In three evenings you will learn how to lay a bead, and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty!
Instructor : Erwin Timmers
Dates : Session A : Wed. eves in January (9, 16, 23)
Session B : Wed. eves in April (10, 17, 24)
Time : 7pm to 9:30 pmTuition : $350 per student
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Instructor: Erwin Timmers / Tim Tate
Dates: Sunday afternoons in March (3, 10, 17)
with open studios on Wed. eves in March (3, 13, 20).
Time: Class : Sundays - 1pm to 4pm
Open Studios : Wed. 7pm to 9:30pm
Tuition: $450
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Class 1354 - More Welding!
Pre-requisite: At least one MIG welding class or equivalent.
Instructor Erwin Timmers
Dates Wed. evenings in Feb (6, 13, 20)
Time 7pm - 9:30pm
Tuition $350 (all materials provided)
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Class 1355 - Pate De Verre with Audrey Wilson
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New Class Schedule for Aug – Dec 2012
>Get Back to School! The new class schedule for 2012 is out!
Some great new classes – great for for all levels of glass experience.
Don’t be a Glass School Dropout… Unless you want to do our new Class 1313 Gravity Drops- Handkerchief Vases & Floral Forms ! |
Have a Read!
Class 1310- Beginner’s Glass Lover’s Weekend
Our most popular class, this is the fastest way to learn all aspects of warm glass in the shortest amount of time! Under the supervision of a professional glass artist you will learn the fundamentals of fusing, slumping and dimensional kiln casting. Everything from bowls and plates to sculptural objects… this is the perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of glass… and you will leave with several very cool items! Offered 2 times in the session. Instructors Audrey Wilson |
Class 1311 – The Next Step – Fusing Glass Bowls
OK…we hear you! Our Next Step Fused Glass expands on the Instructor: Michael Janis Dates : 3 consecutive Sat afternoons Oct 6, 13, 20 Time : 2:00 to 5:00 pm each day
Tuition : $350 per student (all materials included) |
Class 1312 – MIG Welding For Dummies!
Ever wondered about learning to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It’s easier than you think! In three evenings you will learn how to lay a bead, and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty!
Instructor : Erwin Timmers |
Class 1313 – Gravity Drops, Handkerchief Vases, and Floral Forms
Are you ready to move past fundamentals, yet still need some more guidance from a professional artist? How about taking a course where you will create a vase by using fusing and slumping skills previously learned. Practice cutting, fusing, and slumping with this two-day class. Students will create a patterned design and then fuse glass together. Day two will consist of cutting the pattern for the slump mold and then allow gravity to take hold of the glass and let it slump into a vase.
Instructor: Audrey Wilson
Dates: Tuesday eves in October 16 and 23
Time: 7:00-9:30 pm
Tuition: $325
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Class 1314 – More Welding!
Now that you’ve tried your hand at MIG welding, the hot glue gun of the metal shop, why not expand your horizons? We will offer a truck load of new techniques. You can compare welding stainless steel vs. aluminum, and pit the plasma cutter vs. oxy-acetylene. You will also improve your MIG skills, and spend more time on grinding, polishing, finishing and patinas. Bring ideas for a small project and you’ll walk home with it. Remember–this is a filthy, working shop. You will get dirty. Wear closed toed shoes and long pants. Pre-requisite: At least one MIG welding class or equivalent.
Instructor Erwin Timmers
Dates Thursday evenings Nov 1, 8, 15
Time 7:00 – 9:30pm
Tuition $325 (all materials provided)
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Class 1315 – Life Casting!
Learn to make molds directly from the human body! This beginners level workshop will teach you the basics of lifecasting! In this class, we will discus different mold materials available to create molds from the human body. Students will make molds of their hands and faces and create castings in plaster.
We will discuss approaches to more complicated life casting projects and possible applications. Instructor : Sean Hennessey Dates : Saturday, December 1st Time : Noon – 4:00 PM Tuition : $350 (all materials provided) |
Class 1316- Open Studio – Work At Your Own Pace
Already know the basics of casting or fusing? Open Studio gives each student the opportunity to work independently in a world class studio. Tuition includes a kiln firing per session, clear base glass and colored scrap glass, use of studio tools. Instructor : Studio Staff Dates : Wed/Thurs/Sat afternoons (call to confirm appointment)
Time : 1:00 to 5:00 pm |
New Washington Glass School Class Schedule
>The new Glass School schedule is out – have a looky-loo at the lineup!
April – August 2012 Class Schedule
Class 1301- Beginner’s Glass Lover’s Weekend Our most popular class, this is the fastest way to learn all aspects of warm glass in the shortest amount of time! Under the supervision of a professional glass artist you will learn the fundamentals of fusing, slumping and dimensional kiln casting. Everything from bowls and plates to sculptural objects… this is the perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of glass… and you will leave with several very cool items! Offered 2 times in the Winter session. |
Class 1302- Steel and Glass Sculptural Development
For this incredible class, we are teaming up with our sister school at DC GlassWorks to form this amazing collaborative experience. For anyone who has dreamed of creating true sculptural work, this is the class for you! This unusual class will feature 5 Sunday workshops, some discussing sculptural theory, while most are simply hands on with material in both studios. Students will be introduced to the basics of metal working, glass casting and fusing, and aluminum casting. This class is designed for anyone from beginner to the most advanced, no prior knowledge of glass, steel or aluminum are necessary. (An 18″ height restriction will be imposed on all pieces). Instructors: Dave D’Orio, Erwin Timmers Dates: Sunday Afternoons in May (6, 13, 20, 27)/June (3) Times: 1pm to 5pm each day Tuition : $450 |
Class 1303-Glass Lighting For Your Home This class will bring some serious color to your life, and brighten up your living space. This is yet another installment in the popular lighting series, and will focus on ceiling lamps. You will design your own glass, create your own shape, and have your choice of several different hanging or mounting options. For considerably less than the price of a designer fixture, you can put your own name on one. Tuition includes mold materials, glass, and mounting hardware. Some glass experience is useful, but not necessary and electrical experience will be provided. Instructor: Erwin Timmers |
Class 1304- Elements Of 21st Century Reliquaries
Reliquaries with internal healing objects have been important cultural objects for centuries. They have been made with a wide variety of materials. But what makes a reliquary in the 21st century? What elements can go inside? Which materials seem most appropriate in modern times?
In this class we will utilize clay and glass to explore current concepts in reliquary forms. This class will be split between a clay and kiln cast glass studio, allowing each participant the use of both materials and many techniques. There will be a wine and cheese reception at the end of this workshop to allow friends to see the work in a professional setting. Instructors : Tim Tate/Novie Trump Dates : Sat/Suns in July/Aug (July 14,15,21,22,28,Aug 4,11)
Time : 1pm to 5pm Tuition : $600 |
Class 1305 – Bas Relief In Glass (An Overview of Dry Plaster Casting)
Tired of working flat? Want an easy way to get some real depth into your glass? Here’s a fun class where you will learn one of the easiest methods of kilncasting sheet glass to achieve bas-relief sculpture. This incredibly versatile method has endless fine art and architectural applications. In this two day class, we will discuss different types of glass and their firing schedules. Working with color and how it can affect dimensional casting will also be explored. Bring items you may want to cast with this method or choose from our image library. All materials and firings included. Instructors : Michael Janis |
Class 1306- Open Studio – Work At Your Own Pace
Already know the basics of casting or fusing? Open Studio gives each student the opportunity to work independently in a world class studio. Tuition includes a kiln firing per session, clear base glass and colored scrap glass, use of studio tools. Instructor : Studio Staff |
New Winter 2011/2012 Glass Class Schedule
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Class 1201- Beginner’s Glass Lover’s Weekend
Instructors: Robert Kincheloe/ Mick Coughlan
Dates: Session 1201A – Sat/Sun Jan 21/22
Session 1201B – Sat /Sun March 17/18
Time: 1pm to 5pm each day
Tuition: $300 per student (all materials included) _______________________________________________
Class 1202 – Next Step Fused Glass
Instructor: Michael Janis Time : 2 pm to 5pm each day Tuition : $350 per student (all materials included) __________________________________________ |
Class 1203- Beginning MIG Welding
Ever wondered about learning to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It’s easier than you think! In three evenings you will learn how to lay a bead, and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty! Instructor : Erwin Timmers |
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Class 1204 – Master Class: Painting On Glass with Bert Weiss
Led by master artist Bert Weiss, (just check who’s the most consulted guru on Warmglass.com) this three-day glass painting technique class features multiple projects designed to give the student a better understanding of lass painting and its enormous potential in fused glass. Bert’s techniques allow you to use vibrant colors without worrying about glass compatibility. The course will show you how to mix metallic oxide colorants with glass and create oil paint like-washes.
This course is suitable for all levels of experience. Students do not need to bring anything, all the tools and materials are provided for the course – just wear suitable old clothes and sturdy shoes… oh, and bring a lunch!
Bert Weiss studied traditional glass painting with Albinus Elskus and has developed and improved his techniques for the past 40 years. Bring any questions you may have had about glass fusing; within 10 minutes Bert should be able to troubleshoot! Cut off sign-up date is Jan 30, 2012.
Instructor : Bert Weiss Time : 10am to 4pm each day
Tuition : $400 per student
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Class 1205- Going Green
Green up your life by doing something creative to help the environment! This is an exploration into using recycled glass to make sculptural pieces, tableware, and architectural elements. We will delve into multiple techniques, including casting, fusing and slumping. Glass chemistry, coloration, and firing temperatures will be explained for each particular application. It is a fantastic way to learn aspects of any warm glass work while focusing on recycling! Once you start down the path of recycled glass, you will see more and more opportunities for experimentation around you. No prior experience is necessary – you are encouraged to bring in materials you’d like to try…and you will leave with several very cool items!
Instructor : Erwin Timmers |
Class 1206- Open Studio – Work At Your Own Pace
Already know the basics of casting or fusing? Open Studio gives each student the opportunity to work independently in a world class studio. Tuition includes a kiln firing per session, clear base glass and colored scrap glass, use of studio tools.
Instructor : Studio Staff
Dates : Wed/Thurs/Sat afternoons (call to confirm appointment)
Time : 1pm to 5pm
Tuition : $300 for 4 sessions
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New Spring & Summer Class Schedule
>It has been said that Spring is Nature’s way of saying: Let’s Party! – so why fight it? In the spirit of the season – here is the NEW Washington Glass School class schedule! The Lampworking Schedule will be online shortly.
Class 1046 – Turning Your Wood – Cuts and Lino – Cuts Into Cast Glass Panels
This incredible process will allow your wood cuts or lino cuts to be duplicated in a cast glass panel with out harming your original cut piece! What a miraculous way for that printing technique to be used architecturally! You can also print from the glass plate. Imagine a wall of your wood cuts all translated into glass, then gridded out within in a metal frame….and made into a 10 ft high x 20 ft long wall. Or as simple a single back-lit glass panel! ….The possibilities are myriad! This is the perfect way for a lino cut printer to enter the world of large scale public art or to incorporate a quality of translucency into their work. The process is very simple to learn ……. and it will expand your artistic dialog exponentially …. All while using your own imagery!
Instructor | Kirk Waldroff |
Dates | Saturdays April 2,9 & 16 |
Time | 1pm – 5pm |
Tuition | $300 |
Class 1101 – Lighting Solutions For Your Home
This class will bring some serious color to your life, and brighten up your living space. This is the perfect way to use glass in a most practical application: ceiling lamps. You will design your own colored glass, determine your own shape, and have your choice of several different hanging or mounting options. For considerably less than the price of a designer fixture, you can put your own name on one. Tuition includes glass, mold materials, and mounting hardware. No glass experience is needed, and electrical experience will be provided.
Instructor | Erwin Timmers |
Dates | Wed Evenings in May 4,11 & 18 |
Time | 7pm – 9:30pm |
Tuition | $300 |
Class 1102 – Beginner’s Glass Lovers Weekend
Our most popular class, this is the fastest way to learn all aspects of warm glass in the shortest amount of time! Under the supervision of a professional glass artist you will learn the fundamentals of fusing, slumping and dimensional kiln casting. Everything from bowls and plates to sculptural objects… this is the perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of glass… and you will leave with several very cool items! Offered 2 times in the spring/summer schedule.
Instructor | Robert Kincheloe, Tim Tate |
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Time | 1 pm to 5 pm each day |
Tuition | $300 per student (all materials included) |
Class 1103 – Going Green – Recycled Glass Art Workshop
Green up your life by doing something creative to help the environment! This is an exploration into using recycled glass to make sculptural pieces, architectural elements, and tableware. We will delve into multiple techniques, including casting, fusing and slumping. Glass chemistry, coloration, and firing temperatures will be explained for each particular application. It is a fantastic way to learn aspects of any warm glass work while focusing on recycling! Once you start down the path of recycled glass, you will see more and more opportunities for experimentation around you. No prior experience is necessary – you are encouraged to bring in materials you’d like to try…and you will leave with several very cool items!
Instructor | Erwin Timmers |
Dates | Wed Evenings in June (1,8,15) |
Time | 7pm – 9:30pm |
Tuition | $350 |
Class 1104 – Hot Class Casting with Glass Inclusions and Cast Metal Bases
Here is this summer’s fun and unusual crossover class! Start here at the Washington Glass School making molds from clay or lost wax. After those parts are cast and cleaned up….we next head to our sister school, DC Glassworks and ladle cast glass over those inclusions and then pour molten aluminum for the bases. This is one intense class! While it will be a lot of work…..the results will be purely sculptural.
Instructor | Dave D’Orio, Tim Tate & Erwin Timmers |
Dates | Sat June 25 & Sat July 9 |
Time | 1pm to 5pm each day |
Tuition | $400 |
Class 1105 – Beginner’s MIG Welding
Ever wondered about learning to weld? Want to impress your friends, your older brother and that cute bartender? It’s easier than you think! In three evenings you will learn how to lay a bead, and handle all sorts of sharp and dangerous tools. You will be able to complete a small project and leave with lots of ideas and know-how for other projects. This class will teach you the basics of welding, metal work and design, joining, bending and finishing. And you will get dirty!
Instructor | Erwin Timmers |
Dates | Wednesday evenings in June(29) and July (6, 13) |
Time | 7pm – 9:30pm |
Tuition | $325 |
Class 1106 – Bas- Relief In Glass / Overview of Deep Relief Dry Plaster Casting
Tired of working flat? Want an easy way to get some real depth into your glass? Here’s a fun class where you will learn one of the easiest methods of kilncasting sheet glass to achieve bas-relief sculpture. This incredibly versatile method has endless fine art and architectural applications. In this two day class, we will discuss different types of glass and their firing schedules. Working with color and how it can affect dimensional casting will also be explored. Bring items you may want to cast with this method or choose from our image library. All materials and firings included.
Instructor | Michael Janis |
Dates | Sat/Sun Aug 20 & 21 |
Time | 2pm – 5pm |
Tuition | $350 |
Class Class 1107 – Studio Access/Open Studio
Already know the basics of casting or fusing? Open Studio gives each student the opportunity to work independently in a world class studio. Tuition includes a kiln firing per session, clear base glass and colored scrap glass, use of studio tools.
Instructor | Studio Staff |
Dates | Wed./Thurs./Sat (call to confirm appointment) |
Time | 1pm – 5pm |
Tuition | 4 sessions – $300 |
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