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Discover the art of glass sculpture in the heart of NYC as you learn how to create intricate glass sculptures, master glass-blowing techniques, and explore the endless possibilities of this ancient art form.
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Patterns + Textures
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the beauty of engraved glass! This class will explore patterns and textures, using a variety of coldworking equipment and tools such as lathes, belt sanders, and flat grinders. In addition to acquiring glass engraving skills, students will also learn grinding and polishing techniques. Investigate the exciting medium of glass printing (Vitreography) with the patterns and textures we create. No glassworking experience is required. Advanced...
Pendants, Pairs, and Doublets: A Collaboration w/ BKMW
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Full Course Name Pendants, Pairs, and Doublets: A Collaboration with Brooklyn Metal Works Join Bianca and Erin for this eight week course in glass and metalworking for jewelry using both UrbanGlass and Brooklyn Metal Works’ studios. The class begins in the cold shop where we will explore different ways to manipulate pre-cut pieces of glass, or “blanks”, into carved and faceted segments. Students will learn to use the lathe, flat wheels, sanding...
Flat-ish Framework
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Working with solid borosilicate rod, students will be guided through constructing complex forms from flat drawings. Similar to raising a house, we will begin by building a two-dimensional framework from schematic illustrations. Students will learn to upend those parts and create three dimensional forms built from the ground up. Days will begin with small demonstrations and include personal instruction based on the concepts. Required Material: Come...
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Software to Glassware
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Come learn the basics of 3D modeling to explore the many ways this tool can be used in glassmaking. This course will focus on experiments in both 3D modeling and studio glass techniques. Once registered, students will receive information on downloading free 3D software and the steps to get started with the software. We will work with an outside organization to print designs, with one print (at a set scale/material) included in the price of the class....
Creative Working and Constructing with Glass
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
The material for this workshop consists of ordinary pieces of float-glass in various sizes that can be cut further in any desired shape. In this practical and theoretical workshop, new and found glass pieces and broken fragments will be used creatively to construct any object possible. Students will also learn how to cut glass pieces to create these desired shapes. Cutting glass-pieces is similar to drawing and conducive to visualizing...
Mold to Kiln and Back Again
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Many objects, forms, and materials can be translated into glass through the art of mold making. This two-day intensive workshop is packed with information about basic mold making for kiln casting. Students will be working with clay and wax to create positives to directly translate into glass. Students will then learn how to hand-build two high-fire refractory molds that can be used in the kiln to complete the process of melting glass into final...
Introduction to Pâte De Verre
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Pâte de verre is created by firing fine glass frit and/or powder, usually mixed with a binding agent, against the surface of a high fire refractory mold. A literal translation from the French: “paste of glass.” In this intensive weekend workshop, you will learn the basics of this ancient glass technique by creating a low relief, 3-dimensional form, along with sample test color tiles. Students will also take away a clear understanding...
Testing Texture: Introduction to Kilncasting
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
This weekend workshop will explore the possibilities of an open-face kilncasting mold. This technique is perfect for capturing the texture of everyday objects both as impressions in clay, or as direct transfers to the mold material. Samples, materials, and textures in the studio will be available, or bring your own items to play with. Come with an open mind to learn the basics of this process and see the results of a kilncasting! No...
Casting the Body
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Alginate is a material that many of us may have encountered at the dentist - it’s the stuff they use to make molds of your teeth! But did you know you can also use this body-safe material to make castings and recreate fingers, toes, and more in glass? The body has long been a prevalent part of art making, and in this 5-week workshop we will utilize the body as a means for exploring the technique of kiln casting. Using alginate, we will make direct...
A Sculptural Take on Scientific Flameworking
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
This class will cover artistic and scientific techniques using borosilicate glass. Sculpture, murrini, and glass chains are among the many possibilities. Some of the scientific techniques include side, ring, and blind seals. With lots of individual attention, students are encouraged to bring sketches and ideas. Emphasis will be on exploration, spontaneity, investigation and fun. Open to all skill levels.
From Hot to Cold and Back Again
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
In this class students will move between the kilns and cold shop to utilize fusing, slumping and coldworking techniques to carve through colorful layers of thin and regular Bullseye sheet glass to create a number of small scale projects such as tiles, bowls and/or platters. Hands on work will be complemented by demonstrations and a short presentation on historical and contemporary kiln and cold worked glass. What to expect: Students will...
Casting the Void
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Get a look inside the world of negative space casting in this introspective class! Capitalizing on the transparent quality of glass, we’ll create unique sculptural objects that you can look inside of to see a negative shape. We will create cast hollow core blocks with interior voids that when viewed through the outside of the sculpture appear as a ghostly remnant of an object. This class will cover the hollow core casting process, writing kiln...
Pulling the Figure from Glass
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Get inspired by a favorite subject throughout art history - the human figure! This class will focus on sculpting the human figure in borosilicate glass. We will start with learning and discussing theories of human anatomy in conjunction with initial techniques in shaping and cutting glass rod. Each student will start by sketching out ideas, playing with body parts and poses, then translate these ideas into clear and color forms using the torch....
Sculpting 101
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Immerse yourself into the world of solid, hot-sculpted glass in this 5-day intensive class! You will be working in the hot shop with a variety of torches and tools to create detailed artworks, and incorporating various ways to apply color and texture. This course will be a general overview on solid sculpting and assemblage. What to Expect: Students will focus on learning and improving sculpting techniques and color applications, rather than...
Face Forward
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Gather round this August to join Kate Hush for her first (in person) course at UrbanGlass! The time has come to Face Forward. In this 5 evening neon intensive she will guide you through the process of designing, sculpting, electrifying, and then displaying the touchstones of vision and sound - the eyes, and the mouth. Will your lips glow blue or eyes beam red? The choice is yours to make in this neon adventure. Because who wouldn’t want to place...
Objectifying Words : An Exploration in Narrative Sculpture
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Using narrative as a central theme, students will explore the versatility & potential of borosilicate glass through space, form, & texture Sculpting in glass is so much more than creating shiny objects that occupy three dimensions, it is a unique amalgamation of technical skill, intuition, and a way to bring visual form to our voices. Using narrative as a central theme, students will explore the versatility and potential of borosilicate...
An Exploration in Kilncasting
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Simply put, kilncasting is the process of using molds to replicate an object in glass through a kiln firing. During this six week class, we will dive into the steps required to execute a kilncast glass object, learning about several different methods along the way. Over the weeks, we'll explore a variety of mold materials to help us get from the original object to a wax model, then finish the class by casting our waxes in glass. Mold materials will...
Cold Working to Save the World
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the transformative power of cold working in this immersive class at UrbanGlass. From basic grinding to advanced surface patterning, students will gain new skills and a fresh perspective on using cold working techniques to create stunning artwork. No previous experience is required.
Particular about Particulates - Pate de Verre Glass
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
In this three-day whirlwind experience, students will be introduced to the traditional pate de verre casting process. Pate de Verre is a technique that was coined in late 19th Century France, but which has its roots in antiquity. This painterly casting process consists of mixing crushed colored glasses with a liquid binder to form pastes that can be placed into a heat-resistant mold and fused in a kiln to create a solid glass object. The resulting...
Flameworking III: Blow it UP
UrbanGlass @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one? A: No, there are no makeups allowed. Q: Is a certificate of completion available to me after completing their class? A: No Q: Is a professional certificate available to me after completing their class? A: No Q: Can I take home what I make in this class? A: Yes Q: Is this class hands on? A: Yes Q: Is there anything else I should be aware of...
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