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To register for any classes:
The Washington Glass School has secure online payment options for most of the classes. The initial deposit must be done through PayPal, but the rest of the payment can be made in person through PayPal, Venmo, cash, or check. Scroll below to see the online purchase options! PLEASE BE SURE YOU USE AN EMAIL ADDRESS THAT IS UP TO DATE. We use this to send you important class information, and will not use it for anything else. If the email address linked to your online payment option is out of date we cannot contact you.
Or pay the old fashioned way — please call the Registrar (M-F, 10 am til 5 pm) with credit card info or mail a check made out to Washington Glass School. Be sure to include the course number and your phone number with your deposit. If there are any problems, email erwin@washglass.com.
Class Location
Washington Glass School, 3700 Otis Street, Mt. Rainier, MD 20712
(Map available on Contact page.)
LIST OF CLASSES –
Class 5200 - 5200 Introduction to Mosaics
Class 5201 - Class 5201 MIG Welding for Dummies
Class 5202 - 5202 – Glass Lovers Weekend
Class 5203
- Class 5203: Next Step Fusing
Class 5204 - 5204 – Night Lights
Class 5205 - Class 5205: Fused Glass Coral Bowls
Class 5206 - Class 5206 – Easter Egg Hunt
Class 5207 - Class 5207 – Garden Party
Class 5208 - 5208 – Glass and Woodblock Printing Fusion
Class 5210 - Class 5210: Pocket Vases
(Payment is for DEPOSIT. Please come to class with the remaining amount!)
5200 Introduction to Mosaics (Class 5200)
Did you ever wonder about the mosaic art pieces you may have seen in archeological sites? Mosaics are one of the most beautiful and ancient ways to create art and express ideas. There are several materials that can be used to create mosaics. In this class, you will be able to learn different techniques to create your own mosaic art that will endure the passing of time. You will learn how to prepare a mosaic substrate, learn to cut glass, design and finish 2 plaques of 8 by 8 inches on your own. Most of the work will be done on the first workshop day. The mosaic has to truly dry before applying grout, therefore, we will meet the next day to apply the grout and do final touches.
Class 5201 MIG Welding for Dummies (Class 5201)
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! Three (3) Different Sessions A, B & C Offered! Note! May Class Filled!
5202 – Glass Lovers Weekend (Class 5202)
As highlighted in 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! Class offered two times this semester –
Session A: May 3 and 4
Session B: Jun 7 and 8
Class 5203: Next Step Fusing (Class 5203 )
Are you ready to take your fusing skills to the next level? Done the Glass Lover’s class? Now we will go over circle cutting, fun ways to use stringers and frit, and what it means to cut shapes. Some glass fusing experience is required for this one. Get ready to step up your fusing game. Intermediate experience level.
5204 – Night Lights (Class 5204)
This new class sheds some light on the world of glass!
You will use glass powders, stringers and frit, and experiment with cutting shapes and working with color schemes.
You make the glass, we’ll take care of firing them and fixing them to their base.
Two night lights are included in the workshop price. If you want to make more, additional night lights are $25 a piece.
Class 5205: Fused Glass Coral Bowls (Class 5205)
Diverse and beautifully mesmerizing, coral provides shelter and creates an environment to help marine life thrive. Inspired by the labyrinth-like patterns of coral found in our oceans, we invite you to make a fascinating interlocking glass design!
Students are provided with a variety of glass colors to choose from, as well as tools to cut and shape the pieces. As one carefully arranges the glass fragments, they can experiment with different patterns and arrangements to create a stunning coral-like design. Beginner level experience.
Class 5206 – Easter Egg Hunt (Class 5206)
We’re so egg-cited and we just can’t hide it. And you won’t want to hide these adorable eggs. Come find your inspiration making your own super-cute Easter egg. Considering the price of eggs these days, you’re better off with this class! We get you started with the needed skills, materials and ideas. And you will show off your creation to your family’s Easter gathering!! Or bring the whole family to make a whole nest full.
Class 5207 – Garden Party (Class 5207)
Spring is here, and Jennie is back! Time to celebrate with color, creativity, and a little flair! In this fun and hands-on class, you’ll make a stunning 8″x4″ glass garden totem. A perfect way to add a pop of color and personality to your garden, planter, or indoor space.
No glass experience? No problem! We will guide you to a fun creation. And since this is a Garden Party, feel free to dress the part!
5208 – Glass and Woodblock Printing Fusion (Class 5208)
After the smashing success of last year’s class, we’re back with an improved version. Dive into the intersection of glass casting and woodblock printing. Participants will embark on a journey merging traditional techniques to create new and unique artworks.
You will learn the fundamentals of woodblock printing, and how to carve intricate designs into wood blocks to produce striking prints. Then we will explore a novel approach: using the woodcut blocks to create molds for casting glass.
This hands-on course explores the fusion of traditional and contemporary printmaking techniques by transforming carved woodcut blocks into glass printing plates.
By the end of the course, students will have produced 4 remarkable artworks: a traditional woodblock print, a cast glass duplicate, and a print piece of each that celebrates the harmonious marriage of these two distinct mediums.
Class 5210: Pocket Vases (Class 5210)
Add water and flowers and create a smile! In this workshop, you’ll design a freestanding pocket vase by cutting and fusing glass and using stencils and powders. We’ll fire it and shape it so you have a Mother’s Day gift – or keep it for yourself! Beginning and more experienced glassmakers welcome. 