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| ARTX 3000 - Beginning Painting I | |
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| Fundamentals of learning how to paint-Mixing paints, creating a color wheel and learning simple techniques in painting. Using a limited color palette to learn color schemes-Triad, Complimentary colors and Monochromatic color Schemes. NOTE: Prior to the first day of class, please contact Instructor Maria Lyle email: mtlyle@aol.com or call (512) 293.9712 for "Supplies list". | |
| ARTX 3003 - Beginning Design I | |
| Fundamentals Beginning Design I: Line, shape, pattern, color, space and composition. Emphasis on two-dimensional principles. NOTE: Supplies list will be issued on the first day of class. | |
| ARTX 3005 - Color Theory for Beginners I | |
| Fundamentals Color Theory: Learning the variety of color schemes in a Color Wheel. Applying the Color techniques in a variety of compositions. NOTE: Supplies list will be issued on the first day of class. | |
| BSKL 3002 - Beginning Drawing I | |
| Fundamentals of beginning drawing; Students will learn to use line, space, form and perspective in rendering from still life, landscape and the figure. NOTE: Prior to the first day of class, students should contact Instructor Maria Lyle by email: mtlyle@aol.com or call (512) 293.9712 for "Supplies list". | |
| BSKX 3038 - Basic Blacksmithing | |
| The fast-paced introduction to smithing, teaches you the fundamentals--basic hammer skills, heat treating, forge welding, and identification of "found" metals. A hands-on highlight of blacksmithing. Safety training is included. Come to class ready to roll up your sleeves and make the sparks fly! These classes are held outside or in buildings with little or no heat or air conditioning. | |
| BSKX 3039 - Advanced Red-Hot Metal | |
| Once you learn the basics of blacksmithing, it is time to make something. And that is exactly what is in store during this fun and informative class. This class offers instruction in everything from barbecue utensils to decorative garden gee-gaws. Materials will be provided. These classes are held outside or in buildings with little or no heat or air conditioning. | |
| BSKX 3050 - Shaving Horses | |
| Saddle up and learn all about this time-proven, multi-purpose woodworking bench. After this class you'll want one of your own. Learn the basic uses of the shaving horse, what you can make with it, and why it was an all-around tool on the Texas frontier-and even today. | |
| BSKX 3054 - Knitting: The Basics | |
| The yarn, the needles, the techniques. This information-packed afternoon will instruct you on all the basics about a historic and traditional skill that is super hot these days. You'll also get a taste of the history of knitting, right in our 1800's spinning room, from our resident textiles expert. These classes are held outside or in buildings with little or no heat or air conditioning. | |
| BSKX 3068 - Candlemaking | |
| Learn how to make candles from paraffin and beeswax, to create both decorative and useful tapers for your home. Learn the basic techniques in an afternoon, with ample dipping opportunities so you can make your own for the holidays. Taught by our candle experts. These classes are held outside or in buildings with little or no heat or air conditioning. | |
| BSKX 4031 - Quilting | |
| Quilting has developed from a frugal necessity to a fine art form. Come learn the basics that every pioneer woman learned at her mother's knee. Students will learn basic geometric piecing and various quilting methods. They will leave with two quilted pillow tops and the instructions for finishing them. These classes are held outside or in buildings with little or no heat or air conditioning. | |
| BSKX 4037 - Crochet Basics | |
| Used by the pioneers to create a wide variety of goods, crochet is one of the basic crafts that will start you creating wonderful projects. Students will learn the basic stitches and terminology, and will leave the class with a completed pillow top. Materials are included. | |
| BSKX 4053 - Rigid-Heddle Weaving | |
| Learn the basics on this easy and most versatile type of loom, the Rigid-Heddle. Two-class instruction includes measuring out the warp, how to warp up the loom and different techniques for weaving on it. Participants will leave with a yard of cotton cloth. Materials are provided. These classes are held outside or in buildings with little or no heat or air conditioning. | |
| BSKX 5055 - Knifemaking | |
| Blacksmithing meets cutlery and weaponry in this specialty class where students apply their skills as a smithy to learn how to make a knife. The sessions include hammer skills, designs and more. Materials provided. | |
| CRFT 1071 - Potterywheel and Handbuilding Techniques, Introduction | |
| Don’t buy that flower pot when you can make your own. Basic tools, glazes and firing are included. Students furnish additional clay, if needed. A materials supply list will be provided during the first class by instructor. Integrated with college credit ARTS 2346. | |
| CRFT 3006 - The Art of Glass Mosaics | |
| Tap into your creative side and discover how fun and easy it is to construct beautiful works of art with mosaics. Students will learn the basics of glass mosaics including cutting, layout/design, affixing the materials, grouting and finishing in this introductory hands-on class. Each student will complete one project. All tools and necessary equipment will be provided for use. | |
| CRFT 3007 - Mosaic Mirrors | |
| Create a functional work of art in this hands-on class! Taught by professional artisans Alexandra Eusebi & Barry DeCola, students will learn the basics of glass mosaics including cutting, layout/design, affixing the materials, grouting and finishing. Each participant will construct a one of a kind 18"x24" mosaic mirror. No prior experience with glass or mosaics required. All tools and necessary equipment will be provided for use. | |
| CRFT 3022 - Fused Glass Pattern Bars and Pot Melts | |
| In this advanced class you will learn to make Slump Pattern Bars, Combings and Pot Melts. These techniques produce beautiful components that have an organic quality and can be used to create complex and beautiful pieces. Each student will complete a 4" x 12" final project that can be slumped or left flat. Coldworking and finishing will be discussed and students will receive beginning instruction on the use of a sandblaster and tile saw. Firing schedules will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Students will need to provide a P100 rated respirator. Prerequisites: CRFT 9072 Beginning Art Glass Fusing or CRFT Plate Making I. | |
| CRFT 9072 - Beginning Art Glass Fusing | |
| This is a hands-on class. Students will complete several projects (such as a jewelry piece, nightlight, picture frame, bowl and kiln-carving) during the four-week course and learn techniques in fusing and slumping glass. All materials are included in the class fee and tools are supplied. Closed toe shoes are required. Come prepared to have a good time, glass fusing is fun. | |
| CRFT 9073 - Intermediate Art Glass Fusing | |
| Take your glass fusing skills to the next level. Add color and texture to a kiln carving by using frits and powders. Learn how to stack glass and contain it during firing so you can create patterns. We’ll fire up torches and hand pull stringer and twist two colors of glass together! Use these elements in a six inch full fused finished project. Beginning cold working, including the use of the tile saw and sandblaster will be taught. Materials and tools are provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Prerequisites: CRFT 9072-Beginning Art Glass Fusing or CRFX 3028-Plate Making I. | |
| CRFT 9083 - Fused Glass Big Bowls | |
| You have seen the large beautifully handcrafted glass bowls in galleries. Now you can make your own decorative "Big Bowl." We will teach you how to cut and work with glass, design and build on a larger scale up to 15' inches in diameter. We will even show you several projects that can be made with small pieces of glass not used for the bowl. Class fee includes materials and firing. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Prerequisites: CRFX 3028 Plate Making I. | |
| CRFT 9086 - Fused Glass: Designing Your Own Glass | |
| Would you like to build with a truly unique piece of glass? It is easier than you may think to build your own sheet of glass. In this class you will use Bullseye glass, frits, stringers, and more to design your own 10" x 10" piece of glass that will be fired, cut up, and incorporated with other glass to build an 11" x 11" one-of-a-kind bowl. Creative opportunities are unlimited! Students will need to provide a P100 rated respirator. Closed toe shoes are required. Prerequisites: CRFT 9072-Beginning Art Glass Fusing or CRFX 3028-Plate Making I. | |
| CRFX 3005 - A Semester of Glass Fusing | |
| This semester you will make the design elements that you can use in your main projects during the later half of the semester. Any design elements you choose not to use in those projects can be saved for future projects, or turned into refrigerator magnets and decorative push pins. You will make a clock with a stand and a lazy susan. This is a project oriented semester intended to allow you to create a few high quality glass gift items in time for the holidays! Tools and materials provided. Students will need to provide a P100 rated respirator. Prerequisites: CRFT 9072 Beginning Art Glass Fusing. | |
| CRFX 3007 - Drapes and Drops | |
| Experiment with the effects of gravity on glass to create graceful one-of-a-kind slumps for your art! Each student will take home four to six finished pieces. Several will be draped over forms which allow gravity to pull the glass into a fluted shape. The others will drop through open molds and students will monitor the drop by peeking in the kiln during the process! Monitoring will take place during the second and third class sessions, so everyone will have a chance to peek into a hot kiln! Class fee includes glass and firings. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Only cotton clothing must be worn for the second and third sessions – man-made fibers melt! Prerequisites: CRFT 9072 Beginning Art Glass Fusing | |
| CRFX 3009 - Parallel Lines | |
| Discover the possibilities of strip construction. Put together pieces with crisp thin lines of color for a precise modern look. Learn how easy it is to create parallel lines and improve your cutting skills at the same time. Explore several ways to use the stripes you create as components and as a finished piece. Two of your three finished pieces will have straight lines, while the third will introduce curves! Embrace the chance to impose some order in your life - or at least your glass! Class fee includes glass and firings. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Prerequisites: CRFT 9072 Beginning Art Glass Fusing. | |
| CRFX 3011 - Soup and Salad | |
| Create a special soup and salad place setting for a special someone in your life, or indulge yourself with beautiful handmade art glass. You will make a bowl suitable for soup or ice cream, and a companion plate just right for a salad, sandwich, or cake. Make a special occasion set to honor a birthday, or a fun and functional set to enjoy every day! Class fee includes glass and firings. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 3012 - Stained Glass Workshop-Copper Foil Technique | |
| Learn the basics of stained glass in this introductory hands-on class! Classes are taught in the working art studio of artisans Barry DeCola and Alexandra Eusebi. Each student will learn the skills to complete a simple panel, including glass cutting, grinding, and soldering following the copper foil method derived by L.C. Tiffany. No previous experience with glass is required. All tools and necessary equipment will be provided for use. | |
| CRFX 3013 - Advanced Fusing: Make Your Glass Meaningful | |
| Do you wish you could express yourself more effectively in your glass art? Would you like to make truly special personalized gifts? Learn how to choose techniques and design elements to make your glass say what you really want it to. You’ll make several small pieces leading up to a very special final project. Prerequisite: Completion of beginning and intermediate level fusing classes This class will be taught by artists Flo Vazquez and Glenda Kronke at East by South East Studios, a professionally equipped working glass studio. Contact EXSE before class begins flovazquez0@gmail.com. | |
| CRFX 3015 - Advanced Fusing: Exploring Possibilities in Glass | |
| You choose the project, be it a vessel, sculptural piece, lighting, an architectural installation or whatever you imagine. Individualized instruction and guidance will be given to each student to test concepts and create a very special unique piece. This class is for highly motivated people who want to stretch the boundaries of what they've learned thus far. Some specialized topics can include irregular slumping, complex strip construction, advanced coldworking, and frit and powder work. This class will be taught by artists Glenda Kronke and Flo Vazquez at East by South East Studios, a professionally equipped working glass studio. Contact EXSE before class begins. www.exsestudios.com | |
| CRFX 3023 - Thermal Formed Glass with Gil Reynolds | |
| This class will have a bit of a 'three ring circus' atmosphere as students learn ways to integrate kilns, torches and fire bucket techniques to create specific visual effects. The kiln activities will combine advanced fusing processes such as 'combining', 'mosaics', 'reverse firing', 'inlay', and 'pate-de-verre' techniques. Time will also be spent exploring the latest advances in kiln forming techniques such as glass clay, cold combining and liquid stringer. This class will also cover investment and mold making materials, types of glass, compatibility, kiln firing schedules, annealing and using enamels in cast glass. Students will also have hands-on experience using a torch and the Murphy Fire Bucket, a 2150 degree furnace used to do the molten glass dance. This workshop with one of the pioneers of modern fusing is a "Do Not Miss!". | |
| CRFX 3025 - Fused Glass: A Semester of Glass Fusing | |
| This semester you will kiln cast a set of 4 knobs and 2 handles to use on furniture or cabinets at home. You will create a mold from fiber paper and fiber board that will make a rectangular project with attached feet. You will create triangular pattern bars, and use them in a full fuse project – you can create up to four dishes using your pattern bars. If time permits, students can make a second set of knobs and handles. This is a project oriented semester but teaches several new techniques. Tools and materials provided. Students will need to provide a P100 rated respirator. Prerequisites: CRFT 9072 Beginning Art Glass Fusing. | |
| CRFX 3026 - Fused Glass: Dichroic Jewelry | |
| Demystify beautiful dichroic glass and how to work with it. We will teach you the best ways to get the most from the glass. Some of the techniques taught are etching, inclusions, decals, and cabochons. Students will learn how to finish their pieces and create beautiful and unique jewelry. Class fee includes all materials, supplies, findings and firings. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 3027 - 15” Birdbath Workshop | |
| Make a truly spectacular gift for the birdwatcher in your life (or for yourself) with our birdbath workshop. You will use fiber paper to create a relief design on the bottom and sides of a 15” bowl in a transparent color. Of course, you don’t have to use this as a birdbath! Bring ideas and sketches for the image you would like to create, or use our many design books for inspiration. Choose between two different styles of wrought iron stands for display – one has a stake for installation in the ground, the other can be used on a tabletop or deck. The workshop fee covers all tools, materials and firings, including the stand. Space is limited – please call for reservations. Demonstration and instruction is covered during the first hour then you have the rest of the day to complete your piece working at your own pace. Feel free to bring a lunch – the studio has a refrigerator and a microwave. Studio will be open and available for use until 6pm. | |
| CRFX 3028 - Plate Making I | |
| In this introduction to plate making you will make four medium size fused and slumped plates. These plates will all be very different in shape and design in order to introduce you to the many techniques available for slumping and fusing. This class will introduce you to cutting circles, full fusing, tack fusing, and mold making techniques. Discussion of basic firing characteristics and design theory will be covered along with demonstrations and hands-on workshop activity. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 3029 - Plate Making II | |
| Start working larger in this class. You will make 4 larger plates – up to 12” square, and up to 11” round. Using a variety of tools and stencils, you will use powders and frit to create your own patterned and textured glass, which you will cut and combine with sheet glass to make your plates. Make a set, or make four unique gifts. Learn how to give your work a finished appearance without the use of expensive equipment. Class fee includes glass and firings. Tools will be provided. Students will need to provide a P100 rated respirator. Closed toe shoes are required. Prerequisites: CRFX 3028 Fused Glass: Plate Making I | |
| CRFX 3033 - Exploring Advanced Fusing Possibilities | |
| In this class, colors, components, reactivity and creativity are all used to bring your ideas for fused glass to life. Paula Kenmuir will teach you to build a range of components and combine them in one major piece, up to twenty inches in size. Different techniques will be explored using a wide variety of glass supplies and firing schedules. You will also combine powders to produce colors and hues that are not available commercially. Class is limited to 5 students to ensure individual attention for exploring the opportunities and challenges encountered. The goal is for each student to leave with glasswork they are excited about, a greater knowledge of fused glass, and a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment in achieving that goal. | |
| CRFX 3035 - Advanced Fusing: Big Deep Bowls - Multistage Slumping | |
| Make an elegant, deep bowl through multistage slumping. Course includes design, glass choice considerations, and how to figure size and depth. Call EXSE studios prior to first class. Call EXSE Studios prior to first class at 512.600.0103. | |
| CRFX 3036 - Stained Glass-Copper Foil Technique | |
| Learn the basics of stained glass in this introductory hands-on class! Classes are taught in the working art studio of artisans Barry DeCola & Alexandra Eusebi. Each student will learn the skills to complete a beautiful panel, including glass cutting, grinding, soldering, and finishing following the copper foil method. No previous experience with glass is required. All tools and necessary equipment will be provided for use. Please bring $50 for materials to first class. | |
| CRFX 3037 - Advanced Fusing: Wall Panels and Complicated Strip Construction | |
| Learn to make your own sheet glass from basic materials, then strip it out and assemble and fire into complicated designs. Use these to create wall panels, bar tops, or functional vessels. Call EXSE studios prior to first class at 512.600.0103. | |
| CRFX 3038 - Giftmakers Workshop | |
| This year you can get an early start on the holidays with this fun-filled glass fusing class. It is a great way of getting into the holiday spirit while making your own hand-made gifts and ornaments. You can complete 6 to 10 projects, such as picture frames, key fobs, nightlights, holiday pins and ornaments, wiping out most of your gift list! We provide patterns, instructions, tools, supplies, and a fun environment. | |
| CRFX 3039 - Beginning Glass Blowing | |
| Beginning Glass Blowing will start students off on how to get glass out of a furnace, apply color and then the foundation shapes. These shapes include a ball, cylinder, and a bowl. After the first three classes, once students get a handle on the medium, students get to choose what they would like to focus on for the last three classes. Students have perfected the paperweight or tried goblets.... some go a sculptural route and some stick to cups. It's all up to you. All students who register please contact me at morgan@glassblowingaustin.com. This way I can give you proper attire and directions if needed. | |
| CRFX 3041 - Drawing Out Your Artistic Skills | |
| This course will use exercises from Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain to help the students find and develop their own artistic abilities and skills. Students will make a portfolio of their work to include drawing exercises and creative journaling. The portfolio will track and provide a visual record of the progress of their drawing ability and enhanced creativity. The last 30 minutes of class will be devoted to the Artist's Way journaling activities. | |
| CRFX 3043 - Fused Glass: a Semester of Glass Fusing | |
| This semester you will explore the double iridized sandwich technique. You will be using the sandblaster to remove the irid coating for your designs. We’ll use glue as a resist and sandblast designs to create texture. Create standing figures and sculptural flowers! Learn to use enamels and oil paints with your glass. Use negative space to create wall-mountable art. This will be a fast-paced and exciting semester! Tools and materials provided. Students will need to provide a P100 rated respirator. | |
| CRFX 3045 - Fused Glass Crosses | |
| Learn how to create your own beautiful fused glass crosses. Explore different methods of solid construction. You will be taught different techniques to embellish your crosses, including sandblasting, carving, and micas. Create different sizes to be used as jewelry or displayed on a table or a wall. These make great gifts. Class fee includes materials and firing. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 3047 - The Artist's Way Techniques | |
| This is a twelve week program that follows the book, The Artist’s Way. Each week participants will meet and share in fun and stimulating exercises and lively group discussion, guided by the book and the facilitator. The program uses techniques such as journaling and creative projects that help to discover your own creative strengths and put them to work in your life. | |
| CRFX 3049 - Advanced Fusing: Creative Sandblasting , Etching, and Engraving! | |
| Learn the secrets of turning inexpensive, plain glassware into special one-of-a-kind works of art! We will explore developing designs to fit irregular shapes, carving with the sandblaster, coloring, surface etching, polishing and engraving. We will discuss equipment, materials, and practical considerations for those interested. you will leave with a set of drink ware, a vase, and a bowl to show off your new-found skills! Please check our website for examples: http://drop.io/EXSEclasses this class will be taught by artist Flo Vazquez at East by South East Studios, a professionally equipped working glass studio. | |
| CRFX 3051 - Traditional Scrapbook Album Making-Basic | |
| This creative, hands-on program will introduce the basics of scrapbooking. It will begin with basic instruction, offering ideas on how to get started. This class will introduce students to the basic supplies and techniques needed to complete a scrapbook. Students will use 12inch by 12inch pages to begin, but all techniques can be used on any size pages. The first class will be an introductory class where students will learn about papers, inks, adhesives, albums, and tools. The course will include page layouts, borders, journaling, titles, and embellishments. Students should bring scrapbooking photos to the first class. | |
| CRFX 3052 - Working Deep | |
| In this class you will learn to float imagery and color within thick blocks of clear glass. Multiple layers of glass with imbedded images created with frits and powders will be fused to achieve a three dimensional feel. Your finished piece will be approximately 5" x 5" x 1 3/4", weigh about 4 pounds and have a soft bull-nosed edge. The challenges addressed will include bubble control, proper damming of large volumes at full fusing temperatures, extended heating and cooling cycles, and minimizing cold-working to the finished project. Prior experience with powders recommended. Students will be required to provide a P100 rated respirator and closed toe shoes are required. Prerequisites: CRFT 9072 Beginning Art Glass Fusing. | |
| CRFX 3057 - Powder: Color, Components, and Crackle | |
| This is an intensive three-day workshop taught by a popular guest artist that explores new ways to approach glass design, composition, and the powder color pallet. The "color" part involves understanding chemical reactions and blending powders to achieve reproducible colors. The "component" part involves producing and working with many forms of powder wafers. The "crackle" part involves learning how to create and use the crackle texture with glass powders. There will also be discussions about the properties of glass and how it behaves during the firing process, and about how to finish pieces using various cold-working techniques. A complete set of course notes is provided. Students need to bring a P100 rated respirator. Lunch is included each day. | |
| CRFX 3059 - 3D Figures | |
| Create standing glass figures using specialized slumping molds. Make a small herd of zebra, or a school of fish! Have a glass replica of your favorite cat to stand on your desk at work! This is fun, fast-paced class. Use patterns we have available, create your own, or immortalize one of your favorite drawings from childhood. Let fantasy guide you, or create realistic animals or people. Tools and materials provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 3076 - Stained Glass Workshop-Lead Technique | |
| Explore old world fine craft while flexing your creative muscle. Similar to our copper foil workshop, this class explores all the aspects of old world stained glass, but focuses on the “lead method” (similar to the style used in for centuries in churches). Taught by professional glass artisan Barry DeCola of DeCola & Eusebi Studio. No previous experience with glass is required. All tools and necessary equipment will be provided for use. Please bring $55 for materials to first class. | |
| CRFX 3080 - Advanced Fusing: Tabletops and Working Thick | |
| You’ve seen designer tables in galleries and high end furniture stores. Learn to make your own one-of-a-kind focal piece with a fused glass table top. Design and create a draped or thick glass top and learn about the special considerations for working thick. These include firing schedules for bubble control, annealing issues, draping and designing to take advantage of depth. Included in the fees will be your choice of several bases to create tables of approx. 12 – 17“ surface dimension. This class will be taught by artists Flo Vazquez and Paula Kenmuir at East by South East Studios, a professionally equipped working glass studio. Contact EXSE before class begins flovazquez0@gmail.com. Prerequisite: Completion of Beginning and Intermediate Art Glass Fusing Classes. | |
| CRFX 3086 - Fused Glass Sconces | |
| Have you seen the large handcrafted sconces and ceiling lights in galleries, homes, and restaurants? Now you can make your own! We will teach you how to design and build on a larger scale. Use only sheet glass, or combine sheet glass with frits and powders to design your own one-of-a-kind lighting. Finished pieces can be round, square, or rectangular, and may be slumped over a variety of different molds. Each student may make a pair of sconces, time permitting. Different fixtures and mounting hardware will be discussed but are not included. No electrical work will be done. Class fee includes glass and firing. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Prerequisite: CRFX 3028 Plate Making I or CRFT 9072 Beginning Art Glass Fusing. | |
| CRFX 3087 - Quilting with Glass | |
| Combine your love of glass and quilting in this fun class. Create four 6” individual quilt blocks, or combine them into one 12” square fused glass quilt which can be used as wall displays. Represent the look of hand quilting by cutting many small shapes, or concentrate on color blocking by using larger pieces – it’s up to you! We have reference books with hundreds of quilt block designs to choose from, or you may bring your own. In this class you will learn how to use the Morton Glass Shop system to make precise, easily duplicated cuts. Class fee includes glass and firings. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 3088 - Painterly Glass | |
| Would you like to be able to create images on glass? Learn how to paint a still life, landscape, or abstract with a variety of non-toxic paints, crayons, and pencils from an artist with over 25 years of experience. You will be taught how to layer images to create depth and perspective. No glass cutting is required, however, you may enhance the images you create by cutting and placing different colors of sheet glass in your design. Come prepared to reveal your inner artist! No previous painting skills are required, but may be helpful. Class fee includes materials and firings. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 3089 - Powdered Glass Imagery | |
| Work with glass powders, frits, stringers, and various unconventional tools to create shading, texture, and other design elements. Experiment with techniques that allow a wide range of painterly effects through specific in-class exercises. Learn nuances of composition and texture – expect to work on and fire at least 3 sketches. Bring a sketchbook, journal, photos or other images you may like to try recreating. This is great class for painters or printmakers, but even if you can’t draw this is a wonderful introduction to glass – no prior glass experience required. Tools and materials provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Students will be required to provide a P100 rated respirator. | |
| CRFX 3091 - Christmas in July | |
| This year you can get an early start on the holidays with this fun-filled glass fusing class. It is a great way of getting into the holiday spirit while making your own hand-made gifts and ornaments. You can complete 6 to 10 projects, such as picture frames, key fobs, nightlights, holiday pins and ornaments, wiping out most of your gift list! We provide patterns, instructions, tools, supplies, and a fun environment. | |
| CRFX 3092 - Kiln Cast Objects | |
| Create several kiln-cast objects using frit, stringer and sheet glass. Make one geometric shape, such as a pyramid or half sphere which can be used as a decorative ornament or as the base for a larger work. For your second object, use one of the figurative molds, such as a shell, butterfly, cross, etc. Metal inclusions, pieces of pattern bars, combings, or small Freeze and Fuse objects will be supplied for use in these projects. Sandblasting and fire-polishing will be provided by our staff .Specialized firing and annealing schedules will be discussed. | |
| CRFX 3093 - Go With The Flow | |
| Spend an hour during the first class just choosing the colors you want to use, then loading them into the kiln on wire mesh or in a wire basket. Let the kiln perform magic as the glass melts through the mesh and creates many flowing designs. During the second class you will have three hours to plan and complete a six inch project and cut the remaining pieces of your melt for jewelry. Each piece has unique and irreproducible patterns, forcing you to “go with the flow!” | |
| CRFX 3096 - Glass Blowing for Fun | |
| This course will cover the basic skills needed to work with hot glass. Students will learn the craft of off hand glass blowing starting with basic glass working skills building up to blowing. Students can expect to make beads, bottle stoppers, paperweights, and ornaments over the course of this class. No experience needed. Email RChotglass@gmail.com with questions. | |
| CRFX 3099 - Christmas Wreath Designing 101 | |
| How to decorate a wreath for christmas: making and using bows, ribbons, ornaments, faux florals on a faux greenary wreath. (Students need to bring their own supplies-1 Faux Greenary Wreath 24\", ornaments, ribbons atleast 10 yards, faux flowers, or anything you would like on the wreath. ACC will provide glue guns and wire. | |
| CRFX 4000 - Jewelry Making II - Dichroic & Beyond | |
| By popular demand, this class will build on and go beyond our dichroic jewelry class! We will stack fire dichro, allowing you to add depth to your pieces. Create a stretch bracelet and earrings combining your glass with semi-precious stones or metal. Combine dichro and the aventurine colors for added sparkle! Use mica for more subtle shimmer in your pendants. Class fee includes all materials, supplies, findings and firings. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 4001 - Fused Glass Crosses | |
| Learn how to create your own beautiful fused glass crosses. Explore different methods of solid construction. You will be taught different techniques to embellish your crosses, including sandblasting, carving, and micas. Create different sizes to be used as jewelry or displayed on a table or a wall. These make great gifts. Class fee includes materials and firing. Tools will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 4002 - Beginning Crochet | |
| Always wanted to know how Grandma made useful items for the home with a hook and some string or want to re-learn the skill you forgot after the third grade? This class is designed for those who have never held a crochet hook and for those who need a refresher: Learn basic stitches, how to read a charted or written pattern, keeping tension, and have supervised practice while completing a simple project. *(Students are required to bring own supplies on the 1st Day of class: 2 crochet hooks size N and G, 1 skein of Lily sugar’n cream cotton, 1 skein of sport weight acrylic yarn – any light color). | |
| CRFX 4003 - Intermediate Crochet | |
| Continued learning and practice with a crochet project chosen by the student, such as scarf, afghan squares or baby toy. *(Students are required to bring own supplies on the 1st Day of class: 1 crochet hook – size G, 1 skein of sport weight acrylic yarn – any light color. | |
| CRFX 4004 - Fine Art of Thread Crochet | |
| Make a beautiful heirloom crochet dolly or other crochet thread project. *(Students are required to bring own supplies on the 1st Day of class: 1 steel crochet hook – size 8, and 1 ball of cotton crochet thread – size 10 | |
| CRFX 4005 - Beginning Tatting | |
| Learn to make delicate lace using a shuttle. Students will complete a handkerchief edging or a simple bookmark as wells as learn how to read tatting patterns for further independent study and skill-building. *(Students are required to bring own supplies on the 1st Day of class: 1 Clover brand plastic tatting shuttle, 1 ball of cotton crochet thread – size 10. | |
| CRFX 4006 - Artist's Way Starter Workshop | |
| This 8 hour workshop will review The Artist's Way lessons, principles and methods in preparation for starting an Artist's Way group. Participants will explore and learn group dynamics, creative activities and unique ways to make the Artist's Way experience exciting, fun and productive. If you have always wanted to start an Artist's Way group in your neighborhood, church or art community, this class will help get you started. | |
| CRFX 4007 - Collage Techniques Workshop | |
| This 4 hour workshop will teach a variety of techniques for creating a finished collage. Use design and layout techniques to improve collage composition. Use of printing and other embellishment techniques will enhance the collage. | |
| CRFX 4008 - Components Class | |
| During this class you will construct a variety of components you can use in future projects. This is a technique driven class where you will learn a variety of new or seldom used techniques that will allow you to take your glass to the next level. You will make a pattern bar, powder wafers, rake through hot glass to make a combing, make a screen melt and hand-pull your own stringer and twisties using a torch. You will learn to use the sandblaster and the tile saw. We scheduled this class early enough so you will have all these components to use as you create your own unique holiday gifts! Tools and materials provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Students will be required to provide a P100 rated respirator. | |
| CRFX 4009 - Double Irid | |
| Learn to double the flash of your iridized pieces. Learn the secrets to building and firing to minimize bubbles and maximize the impact of your images. You will create four eight inch finished pieces – build a set or build a series. Using the sandblaster you will find it easy to achieve intricate, highly detailed images. Bring drawings or photos or use our pattern books to spark your creativity. Tools and materials provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Students will be required to provide a P100 rated respirator. | |
| CRFX 4010 - Drawing Out Your Artistic Skills Workshop | |
| This 8 hour workshop uses techniques from Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain and other drawing techniques that will give instant results and success to you drawing skills or access undeveloped drawing ability. | |
| CRFX 4011 - Frame Loom Weaving Workshop | |
| Learn to make a frame loom and create a weaving in this 8 hour workshop. | |
| CRFX 4012 - Sculptural Flowers | |
| Have you ever wanted to create an arrangement of flowers that will never die? Can’t find the blossoms that match your décor? Need a signature statement piece for a special occasion? This is your chance to become Mother Nature’s helper in the garden! You will create a floral sculpture with multiple elements, or a wire and glass arrangement, to suit your color requirements. Tools and materials provided. Closed toe shoes are required. Students will be required to provide a P100 rated respirator. | |
| CRFX 4013 - Sharpening and Honing | |
| Using hand tools for traditional woodworking and other trades means having sharp tools. This course teaches the essentials of how to properly sharpen and use an assortment of hand tools. Not just a history lesson, the skills taught here can be used to sharpen kitchen knives, hedge clippers and more around the modern home. | |
| CRFX 4014 - Lazy Susan | |
| This class allows you to construct a functional item that once was indispensable in the kitchen or dining room, and should be again. You will have a beautiful handmade round platter that rotates freely on a durable base, putting condiments, napkins, salt & pepper and other essentials in easy reach. Or you may use it to display a beautiful dessert or centerpiece. And you can proudly show off your handwork at the same time! This item is a different and beautiful gift as well. Tools and materials provided. Closed toe shoes are required. | |
| CRFX 4015 - Introduction to Water Marbling- Ebru | |
| This course is an introduction to water marbling (Ebru). Ebru is a traditional Turkish paper art where the canvas is the surface of the water and the images are then transferred to paper. | |
| CRFX 4016 - Frit Imagery with Richard La Londe | |
| Richard La Londe is known for his brightly colored images drawn with crushed glass and Fused into murals and vessels. Participants in this workshop will warm up their design ideas with \"touch drawing\" monoprints on paper. You will work with \"tested compatible\" Bullseye glass using 3 mm and 6 mm sheet glass, crushed glass frit mixtures, the liquid glass line method,multiple firings, silver and various techniques that La Londe has developed. Each participant will create (3) 8\" x 8\" fused tiles and make an aluminum backing plate to mount one of your glass tiles for wall hanging. Class fee includes glass, materials, and firings. Tools and paper masks will be provided, however students who own a P100 rated respirator should bring it to class. Closed toe shoes are required. Lunch will be provided each day. Come and learn from a master! | |
| CRFX 4017 - Multilayer Frit Imagery with Richard La Londe | |
| This special workshop with Richard La Londe will help you express yourself with more spontaneity and less design constraint! Using the Frit on the Shelf, Clear Frit Overlay, Silver Foil, and Liquid Glass Line techniques from La Londe’s three day Fusing Frit Imagery workshop, you will create your design and fuse Bullseye glass to make a “multilayer” 11” x 11” fused glass tile. Class fee includes glass and firings. Tools and paper masks will be provided, however students who own a P100 rated respirator should bring it to class. Closed toe shoes are required. Lunch will be provided. Come and hone the skills you learned from a master! Prerequisites: Frit Imagery w/Richard La Londe. | |
| CRFX 4020 - Advanced Fusing: Wall Panels & Complicated Strip Construction | |
| Learn to make your own sheet glass from basic materials, then strip it out and assemble and fire into complicated designs. Use these to create wall panels, bar tops, or functional vessels. Call EXSE studios prior to first class at 512.600.0103. | |
| CRFX 4045 - Fusing on Edge With Relief Imagery | |
| A WORKSHOP IN KILN-CASTING GLASS BY KERRY TRANSTRUM In this two-day workshop students will explore a different way of kiln casting glass over the top of a refractory plaster model in a manner that will leave an image in relief in the back of the glass. Since the image will be viewed through the glass the clarity of the glass is important. Therefore we will be using clear or lightly colored glass billets or bricks of glass to achieve a look that has the optical clarity closely resembling hot glass cast from a furnace. The first day each student will create a thick glass block with relief imagery as well as other relief image components to be used in other class projects. Day two will be spent cleaning up the previous day s work, making other components and combining them with sheet glass cut into strips and laid on edge to complete a project in the fusing on edge technique. Methods of cold working and displaying the final piece will also be discussed this day. This class is a great exercise in using several different materials such as clay, rubber mold material, refractory plaster, ceramic fiber paper, refractory brick and more. Along with an eagerness to learn students should also bring paper and pencil. This class is very hands on so wear clothes you won t mind getting dirty. | |
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