You and a friend get to spend two hours experiencing what it’s like to be a glass blower. Learn to gather the glass, blow a bubble and create your very own work of art. 3-4 pieces can be created in this two hour session. $275/couple. Minimum age is 12. Please wear 100% cotton clothes – […]
3-Week Course | Saturdays, May 9, 16 & 23. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. No experience needed – just bring your creativity and curiosity! This hands-on course introduces students to the full bronze casting process using the traditional lost wax method. Whether you're brand new or looking to refine your artistic skills, this class walks you through […]
Create a vibrant stained glass rainbow heart suncatcher in this hands-on workshop! You’ll work with transparent Oceanside Waterglass and be able to add a personal touch by choosing the color of the glass jewel at the center. The heart will be finished with a traditional U-lead border giving it a classic stained glass look and […]
During this workshop we will bind a hard-cover blank book using colorful ribbons, thread, and coordinating bookcloth. We will learn to cover the book board with linen cloth, add decorative pastedowns, and sew the textblock in an all-along pattern over Italian cotton tapes. The sewing stitches will be gathered together in little bundles resembling springtime […]
Create a beautiful stained glass butterfly in this hands-on workshop! Students will learn the full stained glass process - including choosing and cutting the glass, grinding the glass, applying copper foil, soldering and finishing with black patina. Choose from a variety of glass colors to create a one-of-a-kind piece. No experience required – just bring […]
In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful honeycomb suncatcher while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, soldering, applying black patina and polishing your piece. Valerie will give a glass cutting demonstration as the glass pieces will be pre-cut for this project. No experience required—just bring your creativity and […]
Create a stained glass coneflower suncatcher or plant stake in this hands-on workshop! Choose between three different petal colors, three cone colors and two leaf colors to design a piece that is uniquely yours. Students will learn the full stained glass process – including cutting and grinding the glass, applying copper foil, soldering and finishing […]
Leaded stained glass is one of the oldest forms of window making, going back over a thousand years. It predates the copper foil method by many centuries and is the technique used in the great cathedral windows of Europe. It’s known for its strength and bold, architectural look. In this class we’re using that same […]
Create a vibrant stained glass rainbow heart suncatcher in this hands-on workshop! You’ll work with transparent Oceanside Waterglass and be able to add a personal touch by choosing the color of the glass jewel at the center. The heart will be finished with a traditional U-lead border giving it a classic stained glass look and […]
Create a stained glass coneflower suncatcher or plant stake in this hands-on workshop! Choose between three different petal colors, three cone colors and two leaf colors to design a piece that is uniquely yours. Students will learn the full stained glass process – including cutting and grinding the glass, applying copper foil, soldering and finishing […]
Check the details of each Gallery Exhibition listing for any opening/closing receptions or special event details.
The Nicholas Street Gallery rents for $600/month. The Hallway Gallery rents for $300/month.
The Event Space can be used for pop up shows. Contact the office for more details at info@hotshopsartcenter.org