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Get Blown Away! Exploring the Ancient Art of Glass Blowing with Dave & Bryan Lee

October 21-25, 2024

$1,135.00

($950 tuition + $185 material fee)

About this Class

The ancient art of glassblowing is enjoying a resurgence of interest, thanks in part to the Netflix series “Blown Away.” This class it the perfect introduction to the once secretive art form. During this 5-day class, students will dive into 2175-degree molten glass (figuratively, of course). Glassblowing is a challenging, high-intensity, high-adrenaline art form, so if excitement is what you’re after, this is the class. Students will create colorful works of art, from paperweights to vases and many things in between. Dave and Bryan understand that most of their students will have no experience working with glass, so don’t be deterred; this class is designed with beginners in mind. The week is designed so that each day builds upon what was learned the previous day. On day one, the Lees will focus on shop safety, the history of glass, and have students begin to work with the molten glass, creating solid paperweights. Day two will emphasize the blown form, during which students will create cups and small vessels. Days 3-5 are dedicated to blowing larger forms and getting creative with shape and color.

Key Points

  • History of glass
  • Working with hot shop tools and safety
  • Creating solid glass paperweights
  • Blowing cups/glasses, vases, and bowls
  • Adding color to clear glass
  • Creating various blown forms
  • Adding bits
  • Sculpting with molten glass
  • Freeform experimentation and expression

Additional Information

Workshop Days: Monday to Friday
Instruction Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm (EDT)
Note: During the work week, the shop remains open after 6:00 p.m. for handwork, design, research, catch-up work and socializing. Tuesday night features a slide presentation by the instructors and a dinner that spouses, friends, and family are welcome to attend.

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Dave Lee

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$1,135.00

Get Blown Away! Exploring the Ancient Art of Glass Blowing with Dave & Bryan Lee October 21-25, 2024

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