Winter 2024 | Beginner preview

Welcome to Glasstronomy Studios’ adult art glass workshop program. This calendar details the beginner sessions offered in February 2024 for people just getting started in glass or wanting to refresh their skills.

The remainder of the Winter calendar will be published in January 2024 and offers general, intermediate, and advanced learning opportunities.

Welcome, beginners!

The new year is the perfect time to engage in art glass exploration if it's on your bucket list of resolutions. 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!

What are you waiting for? Registration opens January 9, 2024.

How to register

To register, we currently accept payment in person (cash, Debit, MasterCard and Visa), by email (e-transfer), or by phone (MasterCard and Visa). Please note that HST will be added to the listed fee at time of payment.

Cancellation policy: A Studio credit will be issued for cancellations up to 48 hours before start date. We regret that Studio credits will not be issued under the 48-hour threshold.

Studio credits can be applied to a future purchase of a workshop or course.

View our events calendar here.


Courses

  • Course | B209 | Copper foil technique: Beginner stained glass panel (February 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2024)

    Welcome to the world of traditional stained glass. Whether you are new to the art form or want to revisit it, join us in our bright, well-equipped studio for a comprehensive introduction. This four-night course covers the safe handling of materials, studio etiquette, tool usage, glass cutting and shaping, copper foil technique, soldering, panel framing, and finishing. Industry professional, Melanie Kidd, will guide you through the completion of a 9-1/2-inch diameter round window panel that will prepare you for all you can dream up next! There are several patterns to choose from.

    Metals, chemicals, glass, and tool use included.

    When: Thursdays, February 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2024, from 7 to 10 pm
    Fee: $295 + HST (includes all metals, chemicals, glass, and tool usage) + background glass


Workshops

  • Workshop | B206 | Beginner glass fusing (February 10, 2024)

    Play with colour and form as you explore the magic of fused glass art. Spend the day in our bright, spacious, and professionally-equipped studio while creating unique fused glass jewellery and a one-of-a-kind fused and slumped dish. In this comprehensive workshop, participants will learn about glass compatibility and volume control as well as glass cutting and shaping with our expert instructor.

    Tool usage and all materials and project firings included.

    When: Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 10 am to 4 pm
    Fee: $195 + HST (all materials and firing included)