INSPIRE Art for TEENS: Glass Bead Making
Students will create one of a kind glass beads using Moretti Italian glass rods, Hothead gas torches, mandrels, stringers, frit and more! Finished beads will be hung on a pendant and added to a necklace.
Students will create one of a kind glass beads using Moretti Italian glass rods, Hothead gas torches, mandrels, stringers, frit and more! Finished beads will be hung on a pendant and added to a necklace.
This class is designed to introduce students to creating and using glass patterns, precise cutting and grinding of stained glass pieces, foiling of glass and bevels, soldering foiled glass pieces, and finishing a stained glass heart with patinas and wax. When complete have the confidence to use these skills to try a bigger project on your own in our glass classroom! All tools provided.
Come and join experienced instructor Deb Emerick and transform an old window into a colorful mosaic design 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 friend or family member and work on a window together. You may stop in and select a window before class begins. *Note day change for grouting.
Come and try glass fusing with glass artist, Linda Moore. Each student will create two 6” x 6” panels of fused glass that when finished will be layered in a wood stand to give the illusion of depth. Whether it is a birch forest, field of flowers or your own idea the technique is exciting. Pieces will be available for pick up after July 1. Start planning where you will display this unique piece in your home.
Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. November 30, December 7
Class Fee: $35 ($30 Member) Ages 16-Adult
Come and test out the art of glass mosaic on a small scale. Plan your own unique trivet design choosing from a wide selection of glass colors. Learn to cut glass and grout your pieces. This would be a great gift and also a fun class to share with a friend.
Check those names off your holiday shopping list and give great hand-made, original art by local artists! Shop from a wide selection of pottery, jewelry, painting, photography, wood working, textiles, ornaments and so much more! On November 18 enjoy light refreshments and meet some of our local artists while you shop! Attend the Saturday Grand Opening and enter to win a gift certificate for classes at NCCA-Artsplace!
In addition to cards, ornaments, and many other fine gift ideas, NCCA-Artsplace Holiday Artist Market is also a great place to get unique teacher gifts, with many great original art works under $20!
For that person who is an art lover but you’re not quite sure what to choose, give them the gift of creativity with Gift Cards good for classes, workshops, or original art at NCCA-Artsplace. Gift cards are available in any denomination!
Fused Wall Pocket with Linda Moore
Thursday 6:00-8:00 p.m. August 17, 24
Class Fee: $50 ($45 Members) Ages 16-Adult
Here is another opportunity to play with glass fusing. In this class participants will design their glass wall pockets including glass paint and brass inclusions. No experience necessary.
Thursday 6:00-8:00 p.m.
August 4, 11
Class Fee: $60 ($55 Members)
Ages 14-Adult
Come and try a new idea with glass artist, Linda Moore.
Each student will create two 6”x6” panels of fused glass
that when finished will be layered in a stand to give the
illusion of depth. Whether it is a birch forest, field of flowers
or your own idea the technique is exciting. Pieces will
be available for pick up after August 18.
Monday/Tuesday
5:30-7:30 p.m.
June 20, 21, 27, 28
Class Fee: $100 ($90 Members) $10 Discount if you bring your own window.
Class fee included all materials.
Ages 16-Adult
Summer is finally the time to explore a beautiful art form. Come and join experienced instructor Deb Emerick and transform an old window into a colorful mosaic design using stained glass and other materials. Deb will guide you through the process of designing your window and then implementing your design using mosaic skills.
Monday 5:30-7:30 p.m.
November 30, December 7, 14
Class Fee: $65 ($60 Members)
Ages 14-Adult
Prepare to create an art piece that could be a great gift
or a beautiful piece to accent your home. Each student
will create their own colorful design from stained glass
on a 9” vase. Participants will learn to use glass cutting
tools to cut and shape each piece of glass. Check out
Mary’s work in the NCCA-Artsplace Artist Market.