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Glass Flameworking 101: Playing with Lava
https://www.marcadams.com/workshop/glass-flameworking-101-playing-lava-nietz/
April 7 - 11, 2025
$1050.00
Beginner
Discover the world of sculpting and blowing glass at the torch. This class will begin with an overview of the flameworking (also called lampworking) process, including studio safety and set up. On day one, students will learn to pull glass stringers and twisted cane. They will then apply these glass elements in various ways to the glass beads they create using steel mandrels and glass rods. The class will focus on the use of gravity to shape the glass, and the unique movement of the different glass colors. The second day, students will learn several encasing techniques to create optical illusions in the glass and will continue to develop their bead making skills. On the third day the class will learn the process of creating mandala beads using large hole mandrels. The focus will be on heat control and gravity, providing a different perspective. On day four, students can either practicing the skills they’ve acquired or delve into glass blowing, exploring the creation of mini perfume bottles using small steel tubes as blowpipes. The final day is reserved for practice, fine-tune skills, and receive additional assistance on any challenges faced. Throughout the week, students can request demonstrations beyond the scheduled ones. By week’s end, students will take home a variety of glass artworks they’ve created and will understand the requirements for setting up a home studio if they don’t already have one.
Flame Worked Goblets: Exquisite Vessels and Vases
https://www.marcadams.com/workshop/flower-power-flame-work-beauty-bouquets-nietz/
September 22-26, 2025
$1050.00
In this intermediate flameworking class, students we’ll learn to sculpt and blow a variety of forms at the torch using heat, gravity and centrifugal force. Day one will begin with basic instruction and practice blowing even glass bubbles at the torch and creating beautiful glass vessels and perfume bottles. On day two students will learn to pull perfectly straight stringer punties and avolios and focus on creating the foot of a goblet. On day three the class will focus on goblet cups, bud vases and flower bowls. On day four students will explore a variety of goblet stem designs while continuing to fine tune their glassblowing skills. On day five students will bring all of the pieces together creating structurally sound, finished goblets.
This class uses 104COE glass.
Intermediate skill level – students must be comfortable working with glass at the torch on their own and be capable of creating symmetrically round beads and/or pendants. If you are unsure of your skill level, please send some pictures of your glass creations to leah@nietz.com.
Interested in a class in your area?
If you are interested in arranging a class at a studio in your area please email. leah@sandfireartglass.com