October 27, 2018 By

Glass Mosaic Tissue Box with Deb Emerick

Thursdays, December 6, 13, & 20 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Class Fee: $50 ($45 Members)

Ages 16-Adult

Making an everyday object into an art piece is the goal of this class. Deb Emerick has mastered the art of glass mosaics. She will guide you through the process of creating a design and then implementing your idea onto a wood tissue box. Be as creative as you like adding stones, old jewelry and beads to your piece. Finished designs will be grouted and ready for gift giving or adding personality to your own home.

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April 27, 2018 By

Mosaic Mirrors with Mary Anderson

Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. June 7, 14

Class Fee: $40 ($35 Members)

Ages 16-Adult

If you are looking for a unique accessory for your
home decor or a personal gift then come to the NCCA-Artsplace and learn how to create an 10” x 10” frame
with 4” x 4” inset mirror. Mary will guide you through
the process of creating your mosaic design, selecting
colors and then cutting the glass. The second week will
be spent grouting your piece. Bring a friend and enjoy
some creative time together.

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January 3, 2018 By

Mosaic Sunburst Circle Mirror with Tracy Kehr

Monday 6:00-8:00 p.m. January 22, 29, February 5
Class Fee: $70 ($65 Members) Ages 16-Adult
These beautiful mosaic sunburst mirrors are constructed
from a 14” pine circle, a variety of colorful stained glass
pieces and a centered 8” round mirror. After receiving
instruction in the art of cutting glass, each participant
will create their own design under the direction of artist,
Tracy Kehr. Final designs will be grouted on the last day.
All skill levels will appreciate this class! Limited to 10
participants.

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October 23, 2017 By

INSPIRE – Classes for Teens January 11 & 18 Glass Mosaic Treasure Box

Thursdays 3:45-5:15 p.m. Ages 12-18
Class Fee $10 These classes are funded in part by grants from the FACF Youth Advisory Committee and Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs Minigrant Program.
These exciting and exploratory art classes are designed to give middle and high school students a chance to learn about art styles and mediums they may not get in a classroom. All materials provided. December 7 & 14 Portfolio Building and January 11 & 18 Glass Mosaic requires students attend both days.
November 9 – Fused Glass Ornaments
Using glass cutting tools, frit, stringers and a wide variety of fusible glass, students will make two of their own unique ornaments to be fired in the kiln. Ornaments will be fired in glass kiln by NCCA-Artsplace staff and picked up the following week.
November 30 – Silk Painting
A great gift idea, or a fashion accessory for fall, students will use resist and dye to paint a long silk scarf. Lines of resist create pools to isolate graphic color application, and help to create bold design.
December 7 & 14 – Portfolio Building
To prepare for college applications, scholarships and exhibits, artists need a good portfolio. Participants need to bring artwork to photograph, a resume and will complete a physical portfolio and a digital portfolio on a flash drive.
January 11 & 18 – Glass Mosaic Treasure Box
Using stained glass on tile, students will create a unique box top mosaic. We’ll take a look at the Italian masters, and learn to cut, piece and grout glass designs. Day one is cutting and applying glass; day two is all about grouting.

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September 30, 2015 By

Glass on Glass Mosaic Window with Deb Emerick

Monday/Tuesday 5:30-7:30 p.m.

February 1, 2, 8, 9

Class Fee: $100 ($90 Members)
$10 Discount if you bring your own window.

Class fee includes all materials.

Ages 16 – Adult

Come and join mosaic artist, Deb Emerick, and transform
an old window into a colorful work of art using
stained glass and other materials. Deb will guide you
through the process of designing your window and then
implementing your design using glass cutting and mosaic
skills. Bring a family member and work on a window
together. You may bring your own window or you may
stop in at the NCCA-Artsplace and select your window
before the class sessions begin. Class size limited.

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January 2, 2015 By

Glass on Glass Mosaic Windows with Deb Emerick

Monday/Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. 

February 16, 19, 23, 26

Class Fee:  $100 ($90 Members) $10 Discount if you bring your own window 

Age 16-adult

Class fee includes all materials.

Nothing is more beautiful than sunlight beaming through a stained glass mosaic window.  Come and join mosaic artist, Deb Emerick, and transform an old window into a colorful work of art using stained glass and other materials. Deb will guide you through the process of designing your window and then implementing your design using glass cutting and mosaic skills. Perhaps you have an old window in your barn or garage just waiting to emerge as a showpiece in your home. *You may stop in at the Artsplace and select your window before the class sessions begin. Class size limited.

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April 25, 2014 By

Glass on Glass Mosaic Windows with Deb Emerick

Mondays/Thursdays 5:30-7:30 p.m.

October 13, 16, 20, 23

Class Fee: $100 ($90 Members)
$10 Discount if you bring your own window
Class fee includes all materials.

Ages 16-Adult

By special request – a fall mosaic window class. Get ready to capture the beauty of the sun streaming though colorful glass. Come and join mosaic artist, Deb Emerick, and transform an old window into a colorful work of art using stained glass and other materials. Deb will guide you through the process of designing your window and then implementing your design using glass cutting and mosaic skills. Bring a family member and work on a window together. You may bring your own window or you may stop in at the Artsplace and select your window before the class sessions begin. Class size limited.

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