Create your very own chandelier and glowing glass forms! In this 4-week course, students will have the opportunity to take a sculptural approach to fabricating neon lights. We will begin by practicing traditional bending techniques and work towards translating them into three dimensional forms. Students will also make patterns and 3D prototypes to guide them […]
A fast, fiery introduction to glassblowing, perfect for summer! In this 4-Week Introductory Glassblowing Course, you’ll jump straight into the fundamentals of working with 2100-degree molten glass. Designed as a condensed version of our full program, this course focuses on core techniques—gathering, shaping, and blowing—so you can quickly start creating your own forms. Small group, […]
Level up your glassblowing, fast! This 4-week summer intermediate course is a condensed deep dive into technique and control. After a quick fundamentals refresh, you’ll focus on set-ups, spot heating, and working with greater speed and precision. With more time at the bench, you’ll refine your forms and build the confidence needed for advanced work, […]
Scientific glassblowing refers to the process of manipulating glass with a torch to create custom labware for scientific research. A scientific glassblower is a master of conceptualizing how the geometries of vessels, valves, fittings, filters, and joints affect the desired function of an object, considering the interaction that a researcher (or instrument) will have with […]
Where fire meets function! Step into the world of functional glass art in this 4-week intensive flameworking course focused on pipe making. Students will learn the fundamentals of working with borosilicate glass at the torch, including heat control, shaping, sealing, and color application while creating beautifully crafted functional pieces. The course begins with torch safety, […]
This accelerated 4-week summer session condenses our traditional 8-week Advanced Glassblowing course into an intensive, fast-paced experience for experienced glassblowers. Students will refine advanced techniques, strengthen technical control, and explore more complex forms and processes through focused projects and individualized instruction. Ideal for returning students looking to stay active in the hot shop and continue […]
Prerequisite: GB3: Advanced Glassblowing or equivalent glassblowing experience. In this 4-week course, students will develop their technique through the tradition of the cane pull. The course surveys a range of cane methods, from traditional techniques to experimental approaches. Students will practice pulling straight cane and progress to more advanced techniques including twisted cane, filigrana, ballotini, […]
It’s all about beads! This 4-week course introduces students to the fundamentals of working with soft glass using a tabletop torch. Participants explore techniques involving color application, texture, pattern development, dots, and stringers through guided, hands-on practice. The course culminates in a curated collection of handmade beads suitable for jewelry, textile work, or personal accessories. […]
Shape light in just four weeks! This accelerated summer session condenses our traditional 8-week Neon Bending course into a focused, hands-on experience open to all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Students will learn the fundamentals of working with glass tubing, including bending techniques, pattern work, processing, and illumination, while more experienced students can refine […]
Bring tiny creatures to life in molten glass! Discover the art of flameworking in this hands-on class focused on small glass animals. Students will learn the fundamentals of working with molten glass at the torch, including shaping, pulling, and sculpting techniques used to form small animals full of personality and detail. Safety instruction and proper tool […]