Classes
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Unless otherwise noted there will be one torch per student, all tools and supplies are provided at no extra charge and, of course, everything you make is yours to keep. Everything will be kiln annealed. There will be a maximum of six students per class so individual attention can be expected.
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Fundamentals of Boro with Logan MacSporran
The Colorful World of Soft Glass Beads with Alex Greenwood
Borosilicate Beads and Pendants with Phil Bickley
Intermediate/Advanced Flameworking with Phil Bickley
Studio Orientation
This is a 2 hour introductory class which all new artists must take before renting torch time. We offer studio orientation classes by appointment.
Only $75 !
Fundamentals of Borosilicate with
Logan MacSporran
In this fast paced class students will be introduced to borosilicate glass. The class begins with simple concepts including torch safety and working with clear glass. However, this is just the beginning. From here students will begin to explore the endless possibilities of color and design while they make their own marbles and pendants. Some of the things we will cover are:
- Day One
- Clear and colored marbles
- Pulling stringers and twisty cane
- Color application
- Pendant making
- Day Two
- Implosions on solid rod
- Vortex pendants
- Hollow implosions
Tuition $250
The Colorful World of Soft Glass Beads with Alex Greenwood
This class is for everyone that loves color. From the very start of class, students will be able to produce their own beads from molten rods of glass. In this two day workshop we will cover a wide variety of color techniques that will allow you to create a multitude of different beads. 
Safety and setup will be covered, as well as lots of tricks of the trade. From beginners to the experienced, this class is sure to please.
Tuition $250
Borosilicate Beads and Pendants with Phil Bickley
Do it yourself! This is an excellent opportunity to make your own glass beads or pendants and prepare for more advanced flamework training. The focus of this class os to familiarize you with the mandrel bead or basic pendant making process and give you a greater appreciation for flameworking. Class times are 10:00 am, noon, 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm on Thursday, March 25th 2010. Call the Asheville Glass Center to schedule your time. You can take one session or all four! Most students create at least three pieces of art which they keep!
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Intermediate/Advanced Flameworking with Phil Bickley
This fast paced class will be an in depth study of borosilicate bead or pendant making and sculpture. You will need to be familiar with working on a propane/oxygen torch. One minor burner or a similar torch will be provided for each student in addition to all the tools and materials you will need. Please feel free to bring your own eye protection, tools, specific BORO glass and ideas even though it will all be provided. I will give step-by-step instructions followed by demonstrations for a number of bead and pendant making techniques including mandrel beads with overlay and encased dot and line patterns, and surface and encased flower patterns. Furthermore, I will focus on going beyond the classical bead. We will discuss the basic techniques used in glass sculpture. There will be discussions on the differences between boro and soft glass and how to be successful in today’s glass market. I will offer you a number of different ideas for finished products you can create using your glass beads and pendants. A brief overview of the different types of colors we use will also be covered. We will finish the class with discussions on tools and supplies.
I would appreciate any information you can provide about yourself including techniques you feel you have mastered (aka round beads, cube beads, color twists, cane work, blown beads, encasement beads, etc.) as well as any techniques you hope to learn. It would also be helpful to know about any other classes you have taken, and books or videos you have used to further your abilities.
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