Los Angeles art glass education, fusing and slumping classes workshops, private lessons and camps

Glass Fusing Projects, Workshops, Fundraisers by Firework Studio

Studio Supplies & Products

Fused glass jewelry, gifts and hand-made accent tiles

Workshops and Classes

Art Camps, Adult Beginning & Advanced Fusing Classes

Glass slumping, glass fusing, torchworking and casting for kids

Fun art classes and lessons, art education for children

advanced art classes for kids and adults, glass art projects

Glass Fusing Intensive for Teens Immerse yourself in a nonstop creative adventure. Create one-of-a-kind kiln formed glass tiles, vessels, bowls, whimsical sculptures and jewelry. Everyone will explore the visual and elemental properties of glass through exploration, experimentation and observation. Instruction and exercises include fusing, slumping, casting, kiln equipment, studio tool and material use. Individuals will express themselves and their ideas through their various projects by using a variety of kiln forming techniques. Their finished projects will be substantial and awesome and portfolio worthy. All materials are included and no previous glass working experience is necessary. Campers that come to more than one week will be considered advanced and encouraged to make more complex projects.

• When:
July 21st-24th, 1pm - 4 July pm
July 28th -31st, 1pm - 4pm
August 4th-7th, 1pm-4pm
August 11th -14th, 1 pm-4pm

• Ages: 11 and up
• Cost: $384.00 per session

Glass Art Making with Modern Masters, Ages 7-10
Learn about influential art movements and the artists who pioneered them while exploring modern art glass techniques. Everyone will create their own masterpieces inspired by such artists as Seurat, Picasso, Dali, Duchamp, Chagall and more. Students will learn about fusing, slumping and casting glass as well as studio equipment, tool and material use. The potential for self expression and artistic understanding is infinite in this class.

• When:
July 21st-24th, 9 -12 noon
July 28th -31st, 9 -12 noon
August 4th -7th, 9 -12 noon
August 11th -14th, 9 -12 noon

• Ages: 7-10 years
• Cost: $384.00 per session

Getting There: Camp takes place at the West-Los Angeles glass studio in Mar Vista, near National Blvd. & Barrington Ave. 90066

Adult Classes

Advanced and beginer Glass fusing classes for adults and children

Glass fusing workshops for adults and children

vitrigraph glass studio and classes for adults, make your own stringers

Classes and workshops to Learn Kiln Forming techniques in West Los Angeles

Kiln Forming Techniques -8 week Class
Students will learn a variety of glass fusing techniques that can be used to form elements for glass tiles, bowls, sculptures and jewelry. The visual and elemental properties of glass are taught through experimentation and observation. Proper glass handling, vocabulary and equipment operation will be emphasized. Each week will bring a new adventure and a deeper appreciation for the endless possibilities of glass. (Maximum 8 students) Prerequisite: None

Fridays 9:00am-12:00pm, $480 (8 sessions) Tuition includes firing of class projects and some basic materials
June 20th - Aug 15th
(6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15)

Introduction to Glass Fusing-A one-day Workshop
(maximum 6 students)
This workshop is an introduction o the ancient art of glass fusing. Learn basic layering and assembly techniques used in this seductive art form. Everyone will design and create his or her own unique tiles. Many techniques will be demonstrated and explored. Learn glass cutting and shaping as well as collage and assembly techniques. The goal of this class is to experience how fun and easy it is to make small, kiln fired projects. All materials included.

Sunday June 1st 10:00am-1:00pm $95

Sunday July 13th 10:00am-1:00pm $95

Sunday August 10th 10:00am-1:00pm $95

Glass Lab - Independent Project Workshops
Continue your kiln-forming projects in the company of other glass enthusiasts. This studio series will meet weekly and provides the opportunity to continue your personal exploration of glass working. Glass Lab is for people with previous fusing experience to continue their personal exploration of glass working while having access to a knowledgeable instructor for mentoring and consultation guidance. Bring your projects, ideas and inspirations and feed your glass fusing addiction.

Enjoy the benefits of working along with other glass enthusiasts
Having the technical support of a knowledgeable instructor
Tuition includes weekly firings of up to one-square foot of kiln space
Access to studio equipment and tools

Glass Lab is ongoing and meets weekly; you can join in at any time. The cost is $320 for 8-sessions if you provide all of your own materials (or $440 for 8-sessions if you will use any studio materials). the sessions can be spread out and attended as your schedule permits, over the course of 12 weeks (per session payment is acceptable too). Meetings are in our private Mar Vista studio so space is limited, please call for details.

Children Classes, Workshops and After School Enrichment Classes
Contract Firework Studio to hold weekly after school Glass Fusing classes at your location

- Students will create their own fused art-glass tiles, bowls, whimsical sculptures and jewelry.

- All classes and projects are appropriately customized for the age group involved. We offer classes for Pre-k through High School students.

- Classes are held weekly and last 1-hour (8-12 meetings per session).

- Our art instructors bring the supplies and tools that students will use to create unique and expressive glass art objects weekly. Artwork will be transported after each class to the glass studio for firing, fused pieces will be returned to students the following week.

- Firework Studio will provide the promotional materials necessary to present the class to students and their families. "Back to school night" demonstrations can be arranged.

Enhance the desirability of your schools enrichment program by offering this unique and alluring art class. Contact Firework Studio to arrange a schedule that will work with your program.

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(310) 397-5229
e-mail: info@fireworkstudio.com

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