Glass
Simple to make, colorful and durable stepping stones set a path through crowded gardens and provide extra color when flowers aren’t in bloom. A fun class for both adults and kids aged 10 and up. Students create a concrete and glass, 8”x8” square stone. Concrete needs 24 hours to harden before removal from molds. Completed stones can be picked up at the School after a few days. If you like, purchase the reusable mold for an extra $12 and take your project with you immediately.
No previous glass cutting experience is necessary. TUITION: $30. INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS.
Make a colorful, charming fused glass sun catcher in this easy, 3-hour introduction to the basics of glass fusing! No previous glass cutting experience is required for this brief introduction to fused glass. Students will compose a design, approximately 4 x 6”, using small scraps of fusible glass, and fusible glass frit. Each piece is fired to over 1200 degrees, melting the glass into a finished sun catcher, ready to hang in a sunny window. Youth age 10 and up are welcome to register, if also attending with a paying adult. Students may choose to make two fused glass night lights instead of a sun catcher, for an additional fee of $9.00, to cover the cost of two fixtures, bulbs and clips, which are available in class. The night light panels are 2 ½ x 3” each. Finished projects can be picked up at the School office after firing is completed, or mailed for a small additional fee.
TUITION: $35 (All materials included). INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS
G-106: FUSED JEWELRY PENDANTS & PINS
Thursdays, June 21 & 28, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
TUITION: $50, includes materials. INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS.
Two-week class, no experience required. Supplies included. Create unique, sparkling glass jewelry for yourself or for gifts, even if you’ve never cut glass before! It’s easy and fun using dramatic, dazzling dichroic glass. All supplies are included, and tools are available in class. Demos include basic “small piece” cutting techniques, a brief intro to glass fusing, dichroic glass, and composition recommendations. Students will use scrap glass and cut simple shapes, then stack and glue 3-4 small pendants for fusing in the first session. In session two, students will assess the results of their first batch, in-group review of all fused pieces, including before and after photos. Discussion will include changes from the fusing process and surprise effects, both good and bad. With added insight, students will then create a second batch of pendants. Finally, students will select and attach jewelry bails or pin backs, to complete their fused glass fashion masterpieces!
G-101a BEGINNING STAINED GLASS - WEEKEND
Fri., June 22, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Sat., June 23, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun., June 24, 1:30 - 5:00 pm
TUITION: $90, plus approx. $45 materials fee paid to instructor at the first class session.
INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS
No time for a five-week class? Immerse yourself in the art of stained glass for a weekend! This course offers an introduction to the art of making stained glass using the basic copper foil technique. Topics include glass cutting, foil and solder techniques, selection of colors, glass and patterns, and rules for design & pattern making. Students will select a panel pattern from a set of designs provided by the instructor to create a beautiful finished piece up to 10”x15” in size.
G-106a: WEEKEND JEWELRY PENDANTS & PINS
Special 2-day format!Fri., Aug. 3, 6:30-8:30 pm and Sat., Aug. 4, 10:00am-noon.
TUITION: $50 (All materials included). INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS.
Create unique, sparkling glass jewelry for yourself or for gifts, even if you’ve never cut glass before! It’s easy and fun using dramatic, dazzling dichroic glass. All supplies are included and tools are available in class. No experience required. Demos include basic “small piece” cutting techniques, a brief intro to glass fusing, dichroic glass, and composition recommendations. Students will use scrap and cut simple shapes, then stack and glue 3-4 small pendants for fusing in the first session. In session two, students will assess the results of their first batch, in-group review of all fused pieces, including before and after photos. Discussion will include changes from the fusing process and surprise effects, both good and bad. With added insight, students will then create a second batch of pendants. Finally, students will select and attach jewelry bails or pin backs, to complete their fused glass fashion masterpieces!
G-107: TRADITIONAL STAINED GLASS - WEEKEND
Fri., August 10, 6:00 – 9:00 pm and Saturday, August 11, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
TUITION: $55, plus $45 materials fee paid to instructor at first class session
INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS
Lead came (lead channel) construction is ideal for traditional or geometric panels, bevel panels, and large architectural construction, but it is VERY different from copper foil work. In this short, two-day introduction to the traditional lead came method, create a panel about 1 sq. ft. in size. Students may choose one of several panels, and may opt to include a small bevel cluster, a beveled border, or both! Instructor George Ayars will show helpful tips for cutting glass specifically for lead came projects; making & using piece patterns; assembly, and cleanup techniques. Some previous glass cutting and soldering experience is recommended, but not required. All tools are provided, or you may bring your own glass tools to class.
G-203 COZY QUILTS IN FUSED GLASS
Tuesday, August 21, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
TUITION: $60, plus a $20 materials fee paid to instructor in class. INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS
Homey, classic quilt designs-who doesn’t love ‘em? Inviting, comforting-antique in essence, but somehow timeless and modern. No previous glass experience required. Students will learn basic glass cutting, with added tips for speed cutting strips, squares, triangles and diamond shapes so popular in traditional quilt designs. Make one of several classic patterns, such as Basket of Scraps, Oh Susannah, Eight Point Star, etc. Students assemble an 8” square panel which is then fused to over 1200 degrees, melting the glass into a finished sun catcher, ready to hang in your window. Finished projects can be picked up at the school office after firing is completed, or mailed for a small additional fee. Class includes a short break (bring a bag lunch).
G-700: GLASS - OPEN STUDIO SESSIONS
Each session is 2-1/2 hours; take as many or as few as you like. $15 per session. Indicate DATE in the Notes when you pay. May also pay at session. INSTRUCTOR: GEORGE AYARS.
Get back into glass, complete an old project or knock out a new one, in these unstructured sessions. Includes the use of equipment and technical advice in a comfortable group setting. Open to all grads of our previous glass classes, whether stained or fused glass.
MAY: Tues May 22, 10 am – 12:30 pm
JUNE: Tues June 5, noon - 2:30 pm; Thur., June 7, noon - 2:30 pm; Thurs June 14, noon - 2:30 pm; Tues June 26, noon – 2:30 pm
JULY: Tues July 10, 10 am – 12:30 pm; Thurs July 19, noon – 2:30; Tues July 24, 10 am – 12:30 pm; Tues July 31, 6:30 – 9 pm
AUGUST: Thurs Aug 9, noon – 2:30 pm; Tues, Aug 14, 6:30 – 9 pm: Thurs Aug 23, noon – 2:30 pm
FUSED GLASS (jewelry, sun catchers & larger projects); STAINED GLASS (copper foil & traditional lead came); BEGINNERS & INTERMEDIATE LEVELS.
If you are interested in a PRIVATE GROUP CLASS for a group of friends, scout troop, or an organization, please contact the School directly to make arrangements. 540-862-7175, speak with Laura Rainone, Executive Director.
Clifton Forge School of the Arts offers gift certificates, making it easy for you to give - or get - wonderful classes as gifts! Buy certificates HERE or call the school at 540-862-7275.
