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Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2024 | Part 1: Back to basics and practising perfection

This season focuses on best practices and experimentation. Whether you are beginning your creative art glass journey or want to apply those learned skills, our project-based learning program teaches best practices and techniques that will give you a taste of the possibilities. Explore the medium in a fun and friendly environment while creating something uniquely yours. Nurture your glass skills and let your creativity flourish! For more information, visit the Fall 2024 | Part 1: Back to basics and practising perfection page or view the Workshops and courses — Fall 2024 (Part 1) brochure. Registration is now open.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2024: Sculpture, skills, stained glass, and more!

This season is inspired by our observation of the natural world. Whether you are beginning your creative art glass journey or want to apply those learned skills, our project-based learning program teaches best practices and techniques that will give you a taste of the possibilities. Explore the medium in a fun and friendly environment while creating something uniquely yours. Nurture your glass skills and let your creativity flourish! For more information, visit the Spring 2024 | Spring sampler: Sculpture, skills, stained glass, and more! page or view the Workshops and courses — Spring 2024 brochure. Registration is now open.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2024: Small steps

The new year is the perfect time for new experiences and the opportunity to develop and enhance creative skills. Whether you are looking to cross off a bucket list item, or want to further your art glass journey, Glasstronomy Studios offers everything from fusing fun to technique galore. What are you waiting for? For more information, visit the Winter 2024: Small steps page or view the Workshops and courses — Winter 2024 brochure. Registration now open.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2023 – Part 2: Holiday spirit

Amid the busyness of the season take some time for yourself. Our project-based learning program teaches best practices and samples many techniques. Whether adding to your festive décor or gifting to others, these projects are sure to get you in the mood for the holidays! For more information, visit the Fall 2023 | Part 2: Holiday spirit page or view the Workshops and courses — Fall 2023: Part 2 brochure. Registration is now open.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2023 – Part 1: Next level

Fall is the perfect time to engage in art glass exploration. Our project-based learning program teaches best practices and techniques that will give you a taste of the possibilities. Explore the medium in a fun and friendly environment while creating something uniquely yours. Nurture your glass skills and let your creativity flourish! For more information, visit the Fall 2023 | Part 1: Next level page or view the Workshops and courses — Fall 2023: Part 1 brochure. Registration is now open.

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2023

If you are looking for a staycation this summer, how about spending time in Studio? Visit the Summer 2023 | Adult art glass summer camp page or view the Summer 2023 brochure. Registration opens July 1, 2023.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2023

Nurture your glass skills and let them grow this spring. Seasonal favourites return and new projects highlight some whimsy and ornamentation for inside and outside your special space. This calendar showcases the courses and workshops offered from April to June 2023. Visit the Spring 2023 | Nature study page or view the Workshops and courses – Spring 2023 brochure. Registration is now open.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2023

Are you looking for something to do this winter? Visit the Winter 2023 | Fresh start page or view the Workshops and courses – Winter 2023 brochure to view the workshops and courses running in January and February. For further learning in March, visit the Winter 2023 | March momentum page or view the Workshops and courses – March 2023 brochure.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2022 (Part 2)

This calendar showcases the courses and workshops offered from November to December 2022. Whether you are looking to expand your glass knowledge or simply relax and unwind in the Studio, the big dilemma will be choosing to gift, keep, or share your finished projects! Visit the Fall 2022 | Part 2: Deck the halls page or view the Workshops and courses – Fall 2022: Part 2 brochure.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2022 (Part 1)

Whether you are new to stained and fused glass or are looking to add to your skill set, this fall offers a host of techniques and best practices for all levels of experience. Have fun in the making! Visit the Fall 2022 (Part 1) | Back to school page or view the Workshops and courses – Fall 2022: Part 1 brochure.

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2022

Adult art glass summer camp – Look forward to summer camp this July 2022. Enrich your glass knowledge and experience with this season's tribute to the great outdoors exploring micro and macro natural forms, vibrant hues, and the unexpected. Visit the Summer 2022 | Return to camp page or view the Summer 2022: Adult art glass summer camp brochure.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2022

We have a full roster of in person workshops and courses for April to June 2022. Our spring learning calendar has been published. Inspired by the season, there are projects with combined techniques and specialized workshops for beginners.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2022

We return to in person workshops and courses for January to March 2022. Our winter learning calendar has been published. This season is about back to basics and classic techniques.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2021 (Part 2)

We have a full roster of in person workshops and courses for November and December 2021. Part 2 of our fall learning calendar has been published. With fun and festive holiday projects and beginner courses, there’s lots to do for every level of experience.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2021 (Part 1)

Zoom remote learning and in person workshops and courses for September and October 2021 are now in the calendar. Part 1 of our fall learning calendar has been published. Whether exploring a new technique, refreshing skills, or sampling the wonders of glass, this session's projects will give you the motivation you need.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2021

Zoom remote learning courses for May and June 2021 are now in the calendar. While we ride out the measures that are keeping us safe, celebrate this season with colour and texture in our homage to Mother Nature. Creativity and technique abound with projects to transform your indoor/outdoor space into a destination.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2021 (Part 2)

Our Zoom remote learning course for February 2021 is now in the calendar. We hope you are all keeping well and safe and are finding ways to keep creative. If you are looking to inject some colour into your hibernation space, this stained and fused glass project is for you.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2021 (Part 1)

Our Zoom remote learning course for January 2021 is now in the calendar. This session, we take some inspiration from the night sky as we celebrate the Auroras.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2020

In Studio and Zoom remote learning workshops and courses for November and December 2020, are now in the calendar. This season is inspired by the holidays.

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2020

Workshops and tutorials in July 2020 are now in the calendar. This season focuses on getting back in Studio as well as Zoom remote learning.

During this time, we have discovered the wellness benefits of connectivity, learning, and creativity. Our in Studio and at home options offer you the chance to escape your routine and channel your energy into something you can enjoy this summer or ever after.

Learn best practices in our safe and physically distanced space or connect remotely and work at home at your own pace.

This summer, consider an inclusive, unique, and local experience.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2020

Workshops and courses through to July 2020 are now in the calendar. This season focuses on Zoom remote learning and features projects you can all do at home with tools you have or can rent, materials you have or can purchase in kit format, and a live instructor to guide you through the process. These are opportunities to hone your technique, gain confidence in using your home kiln, and escape from the real world for a little while. Take care and be safe!

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2020: Members' edition

Workshops and courses through to June 2020 are now in the calendar. This season focuses on Zoom remote learning and features projects you can all do at home with tools you have or can rent, materials you have or can purchase in kit format, and a live instructor to guide you through the process. These are opportunities to hone your technique, gain confidence in using your home kiln, and escape from the real world for a little while. Take care and be safe!

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2020

Workshops and courses through to March 2020, inclusive are now in the calendar. The new season focuses on technique and experimentation. It's a great opportunity to try new products, play with material, and create some wonderful projects.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2019

Workshops and courses through to December 2019, inclusive are now in the calendar. Whether learning technique and best practices, or making some of the seasonal/festive projects, this fall is a good time to explore your creativity.

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2019

Workshops and courses through to July 2019 are now in the calendar. Whether you are a regular adult summer camper or a first-time participant, summer 2019 offers some fun and creative projects in stained and fused glass.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2019

Workshops and courses through to June 2019 are now in the calendar. This season's calendar gets you in the mood for, well, spring! Whether exploring technique, playing with colour, or adding to your outdoor space, there are projects in various glass media to offer stimulation, refinement, and fun. It's time to step into spring!

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2019

Workshops and courses through to March 2019 are now in the calendar. If you are looking to get back in to stained glass, want to hone your skills, or want to take that giant leap into architectural stained glass, this season covers the gamut. Winter 2019 is full of technique driven projects that you can apply to your own creative exploration. What are you waiting for?

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2018

Workshops and courses through to December 2018 are now in the calendar. Whether complex and challenging or just colourful and playful, get a jump on seasonal projects for the holidays and have some fun!

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2018

Adult art glass summer camp is now in the calendar through to August 2018. Whether creating sculpture for your outdoor space, lamp building, or expanding your landscape skills, this summer is has lots to inspire. Lunches are included in the fee for each course.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2018

Workshops and courses through to June 2017 are now in the calendar. Whether creating a show stopper or refining your skills, this season has something for everyone.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2018

Workshops and courses through to March 2018 are now in the calendar. Beat the winter blahs with some creative projects that will focus on using all your scrap material. Along with instruction for beginners there are several intensive explorations in technique for the advanced hobbyist.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2017

Workshops and courses through to December 2017 are now in the calendar. Get a jump on seasonal projects for the holidays and have some fun!

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2017

Adult art glass summer camp is now in the calendar through to August 2017. Lunches are included in the fee for each course.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2017

Workshops and courses through to June 2017 are now in the calendar. Whether you want to make some bling, update your garden décor, or "go big, or go home" there is something for everyone.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2017

Workshops and courses through to March 2017 are now in the calendar. Beat the winter blahs with some creative projects that will focus on using all your scrap material. Along with instruction for beginners there are several intensive explorations in technique for the advanced hobbyist.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2016

Workshops and courses through to December 2016 are now in the calendar. Get a jump on seasonal projects for the holidays and have some fun!

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2016

Adult art glass summer camp is now in the calendar through to August 2016. From honing skills to exploring vessels, and a field trip to the ROM's Chihuly exhibit, there is something fun and challenging for all levels of experience. Lunches are included in the fee for each course.

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2016

Workshops and courses through to June 2016 are now in the calendar. Along with workshops for beginners and technical tutorials, we have introduced a course on Glassline paints (I363) and brought back perennial favourites, Advanced fusing: Bigger is Better (A403) and Fusing with Mica (G190). If you are into something more recreational, we have Glow-in-the-dark wind chimes (G193), Kaleidoscope with pulled glass murrini (I360), and Patio stone (I361), to name just a few.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2016

Workshops and courses through to March 2016 are now in the calendar. Beat the winter blahs with some creative projects that will get you thinking of spring. Along with instruction for beginners there are several intensive explorations in technique for the advanced hobbyist.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2015

Workshops and courses through to December 2015 are now in the calendar. For fall 2015, we have introduced some night and day workshops that start on Thursday evenings and finish up on a Saturday.

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2015

Adult art glass summer camp is now in the calendar through to August 2015. From honing skills to creating an escape, there is something challenging for all levels of experience. Lunches are included in the fee for each course.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2015

Workshops and courses through to March 2015 are now in the calendar. There are some great workshops on the calendar this season to keep your mind off the cold Canadian winter. From airy lamps to Morton-inspired bowls, festive masks to glass combing, there are plenty of projects to inspire, challenge, and complete.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2014

Workshops and courses through to December 2014 are now in the calendar. For fall 2014, we have introduced some fun half-day workshops, stained glass refreshers, and Thursday afternoon units and evening courses in both stained glass and fused glass disciplines. Guest instructors this season include Wendy Emery and Pauline Selkirk.

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2014

Adult art glass summer camp is now in the calendar through to August 2014. The July camp features our first field trip! Lunches are included in the fee for each workshop and unit.

Look forward to a summer of creativity, learning, and lots of fun!

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2014

Workshops and courses through to June 2014 are now in the calendar. For spring 2014, we have introduced day-time units on Thursday afternoons from 1–4 pm. These units last several weeks, allowing participants to focus on creating large scale pieces or to master several techniques at a time. We welcome back instructors Wendy Emery and Pauline Selkirk.

Workshop calendar updated | Fall 2013

Workshops and courses through to December 2013 are now in the calendar. For fall 2013, we are presenting workshops that were offered as part of our adult summer camp series as well as several stained glass workshops. If you would like to try stained glass, or need a refresher, there are several opportunities to try your hand at it. Guest instructors this season include Wendy Emery and Pauline Selkirk.

Workshop calendar updated | Summer 2013

Workshops and courses through to August 2013 are now in the calendar. For summer 2013, we are offering weekday workshops and courses that have been customized to accommodate adults who are unable to join us during the evening and on weekends. Workshops are single day and courses are four consecutive days. Both workshops and courses can hold up to eight persons.

Lunches are included in the fee for each workshop and course.

Look forward to a summer of creativity, learning, and lots of fun!

Workshop calendar updated | Spring 2013

Workshops and courses through to June 2013 are now in the calendar. For spring 2013, we have expanded our jewellery line up with silver workshops led by guest instructors Lis Simpson and Wendy Emery. Fernando Reyes is instructing a series of sand carved dinnerware workshops.

Workshop calendar updated | Winter 2013

Workshops and courses through to March 2013 are now in the calendar. Due to popular demand, we've added more youth workshops to the roster. New to 2013 are a series of glass carving workshops instructed by Fernando Reyes, the latest addition to the Glasstronomy Studios family.

Now open for business!

After months of planning and extensive renovations to our new Studio space, we have opened our doors. Lots of thanks go out to the contractors and team of volunteers who helped and shared their knowledge and experience. It was very much a “hands on” project and labour of love and dedication. The Studio has been filled with laughter, punctuated with a few timely exclamations—if only these walls could talk!

Inclusive community

If you are a long-time glass hobbyist or artist, coming to our Studio may be a different experience to what you are used to. While we may not be able to anticipate all your expectations, our strategy has been carefully developed to offer you considerable membership benefits and the chance to be part of our community.

If you have no experience making glass art, it has its own unique rewards. We host both custom and scheduled workshops for all skill levels that showcase a diverse selection of techniques for stained and kiln formed glass. Our friendly and knowledgeable instructors speak in plain language and teach best practices—all in a safe and welcoming environment. Explore your own creativity as you make one or more truly one-of-a-kind pieces. You may surprise yourself.

Working studio

We are a fully functioning art glass studio, offering an array of creative services to individuals and organizations for commercial, residential, and sacred applications. Whether contemporary or traditional, we can design and execute pieces and installations for a variety of budgets and purposes.

Get in touch

If you can’t find the information you need on our website, or simply want to connect with us, don’t hesitate to contact us at info@glasstronomystudios.ca. We look forward to hearing from you.