Fused Glass at ART GLASS CENTER

The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, a resource center, and a gallery for kilnformed glass that serves the Washington metropolitan area. The Center is directed by artists-in-residence who are committed to both teaching and creating. These artists, plus other professional glass artists, offer a variety of classes for beginning, intermediate and advanced students/artists. Classes offered include basic and advanced fused glass techniques, kiln casting, and jewelry.

The Center holds exhibits each year featuring the glass art of emerging artists, studio artists, faculty and students. The Art Glass Center Gallery presents a variety of functional and sculptural fused glass pieces produced by the faculty at the Center. These pieces showcase many of the techniques that are taught in the studio, and are available for purchase; in person and at: artglasscenteratglenecho.org The Art Glass Center’s Studio and Gallery are open to the public Saturday, noon–4pm, Sunday, noon to 4pm, during Open Studio sessions, and by appointment (email: info@artglasscenteratglenecho.org). Additional information on the AGC can be found on our website: artglasscenteratglenecho.org. PLEASE NOTE: Some classes require previous experience working with glass, or permission of the instructor. Contact the AGC for more information on class prerequisites. Most kilnforming classes have an additional date arranged for the pickup of projects. All classes are taught at the Arcade Art Glass Studio. Minimum age is 14 years for all classes unless instructor permission is obtained.

Work independently on your kilnformed glass projects at the Art Glass Studio. Open Studio sessions are staffed by the Resident Artists and are designed to allow you to share space, ideas and energy with other glass artists. Previous fusing experience and an Open Studio Tutorial session are required. Firings, glass and materials are available for a fee; some tools are provided. As Open Studio times may be subject to change, attendees must reserve a space at least 24 hours in advance by signing up on the website at: https://www.artglasscenteratglenecho.org/ artglasscenteratglenecho.org/calendar/open-studio.

Wed, 11am-3pm-Staff Sat & Sun (if no class is scheduled), Noon-4pm-Staff

The Art Glass Center presents special workshops, corporate retreats, parties, and events for groups. For further information, contact the Art Glass Center at 301.634.2273 or email info@artglasscenteratglenecho.org.

Bring your adult group to the AGC for a tour of the center and a lecture on kilnformed glass techniques. For more information and to arrange a custom visit for your group contact the AGC at 301.634.2273 or email: info@artglasscenteratglenecho.org.

JANET WITTENBERG

(ordered by date except First Time Fusers)

(A) Janet Wittenberg; (B) Keary Cannon Workshop 1: (A) Sa, Su, Apr 30-May 1, 10am-3pm,

Art Glass Center Workshop 2: (B) Sa, Su, Aug 13-14, 10am-3pm,

Art Glass Center In this introduction to the art and techniques of fused glass you will gain the skills to create beautiful glass art through a mix of demonstrations and “hands on” practice. Learn to design, cut and fire glass with three projects that require fusing, slumping and draping techniques. Become familiar with the kiln firing process and how artists use time and temperature. This workshop is a prerequisite for most of our other workshops. A complementary “two hour” Open Studio voucher is provided upon completion. Supplies included. Info: (A) glasshabitat@glasshabitat.com; (B) kearyc@gmail.com. Minimum age 14. 2 sessions.

Sherry Selevan Workshop: F, Sa, Su, Mar 18-20, F, 6:30-8:30pm,

Sa, 10am-2pm, Su, 10am-12pm, Art Glass Center Learn techniques to create one-of-a-kind jewelry. You’ll use dichroic, iridized and colorful fusing glass to make pendants, earrings and pins. Also learn finishing techniques for professional results. No previous experience is required. Supplies included. Info: sherry@sgs-artglass.com. age 14. 3 sessions.

Mary Wactlar Workshop: Sa, Su, Mar 26-27, Sa, 10am-2pm,

Su, 10am-1pm, Art Glass Center This workshop will explore the basic skills used in kiln carving. Learn how to use various thicknesses of fiber paper beneath your glass to create a textured pattern. As the glass heats, it slumps over the fiber paper, creating the bas relief or sculptured effect. Several samples will be made during the first class in preparation for a larger piece the second day. All supplies included. Info: mwactlar@yahoo.com. Minimum age 14. 2 sessions.

Janet Wittenberg Workshop: Sa, Su, Apr 2-3, 10am-2pm, Art Glass Center You’ll learn to use a variety of techniques to incorporate botanicals into your glass creations. You’ll incorporate real leaves in glass, use stencils, stamps, glass powder, mica powder, and more. You will see several demos, discuss samples, and create several projects incorporating the techniques you choose. No previous experience needed. All supplies included. Students must wear masks, social distance, and adhere to CDC and local health and safety guidelines. Info: glasshabitat@glasshabitat.com. Minimum age 14. 2 sessions.

Michele Rubin Workshop: Sa, Su, Apr 9-10, Sa, 10am–2pm,

Su, 10am-1pm, Art Glass Center Create beach landscapes as we explore a variety of glass powder and Ft techniques applicable to creating “painterly” glass imagery. In the first session students define water, sky and beach elements and also create components to be added in a second firing. Supplies included. Minimum age 14. Info: mandmrubin21@gmail.com. 2 sessions.

MICHELE RUBIN

Michele Rubin Workshop: Su, May 8, 1:30-4:30pm, Art Glass Center Join us for a special Mother’s Day introductory glass workshop. Come and celebrate with that special woman in your life or come solo to enjoy a day working with glass. Students will create a fused glass dish or tile and a dichroic glass pendant. Beginners are welcome. All supplies included. Please note that registration fee is for one participant. Students must wear masks, social distance, and adhere to CDC and local health and safety guidelines. Info: mandmrubin21@gmail.com. Minimum age 14, or permission of instructor. 1 session.

Janet Wittenberg Workshop: Sa, Su, May 14-15, 10am-2pm, Art Glass

Center Have you learned basic fusing techniques, but don’t feel quite ready to work independently? Then this is the workshop for you! Build on basic skills, get assistance designing and creating a more advanced project of your own choosing and become more familiar with directions or techniques for further exploration. Prerequisite: First Time Fusers. Supplies included. Info: glasshabitat@glasshabitat.com. Minimum age 14. 2 sessions.

Sherry Selevan Workshop: Sa, Su, M, May 21-23, Sa, 10am-3pm,

Su, 12-3 pm, M, 6:30-8:30 pm, Art Glass Center Learn to make a glass clock from initial design to final assembly. First design your clock so that it appeals both to your artistic and your practical sides. You can add embellishments to make the clock uniquely yours. The class covers different approaches to design, incorporating a pendulum and perfectly placing hour markers. After designing and fusing the glass clock, you will learn to drill a hole in the glass and install the clockworks and hanger. Supplies included. Info: sherry@sgs-artglass.com. Pre-reqs: FTF or equivalent. Minimum age 14. 3 sessions.

SHERRY SELEVAN

Mary Wactlar Class: Tu, W, Th, Apr 11-13, 11am-2pm, Art Glass Center Take a break from school to learn about kiln formed glass. In this class, you will learn the basics of glass fusing and then apply your skills to make several art glass projects. Cut the glass and assemble it into a piece ready to fuse in the kiln. After fusing, cold work your piece to perfection and transform it into a functional or sculptural piece. All supplies and use of tools included. Info: mwactlar@yahoo.com. 3 sessions.

Mary Wactlar and Sherry Selevan Class: M-F, Jun 20-24, 9am-12pm, Art Glass Center Explore the techniques needed to fuse glass. Learn how to cut and design glass to make a plate and a draped glass vase or candle holder. Make a glass mosaic using traditional mosaic principles and modern fusing techniques. Learn how to tack fuse while making a pocket vase or a sun catcher. Supplies included. Info: mwactlar@yahoo.com and sherry@sgs-artglass.com. 5 sessions.

Michele Rubin and Janet Wittenberg Class: M-F, Jul 11-15, 10am-1pm, Art Glass Center Develop your inner artist while learning new skills. Students will have daily opportunities to observe and discuss various sources for inspiration and creative direction, then apply their vision towards designing and creating fused glass art works. Learn basic fused glass skills, find new creative inspiration, and go home with five or more glass projects. No previous experience needed. Supplies included. Info: mandmrubin21@gmail.com, glasshabitat@glasshabitat.com. Ages 12-16 (or by permission of instructor). 5 sessions.

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