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Learn the ancient art of glassblowing at Stafford Art Glass!

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1583938310088{padding-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Parker StaffordWhat To Wear: All class participants need to wear all-cotton clothing (no synthetic-please check), and shoes that cover and protect your feet (no sandals or flip flops). Clothing should be comfortable but not too loose.

Ages:  13 to adult. For children younger, we adjust involvement based on their development level.

For safety reasons, we do not blow glass when the outside temperature is 80°+

 

About the Instructor:  Parker Stafford began blowing glass at the University of Southern Illinois at Carbondale while studying to receive his M.F.A. in Sculpture in 1994, and except for a seven year stint teaching Sculpture at Radford University, his focus has remained in glass since his graduation from SIU-C in 1996. Parker has taught glassblowing to hundreds of students, many who have never had any glassblowing experience.  Parker brings his enthusiasm for the medium to beginners in a way that is easy to understand and works one-on-one with all of his students regardless of class type.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1556127287861{padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Blow Your Own Pumpkin” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Work with our glassblower to make your own pumpkin.  You get to design your own choosing from a broad color range. This is a more involved class and requires each participant to be 13 years or older, but younger children are always welcome to help make design decisions.  Your pumpkin is available for pickup 48 hours after having made your piece (it has to cool!).

This class is available for a limited time.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Cost is $52.00 per person/per pumpkin made. Coupon codes are added at checkout.

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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”86916″ img_size=”full”][vc_empty_space][stockie_testimonial block_type_layout=”default” block_type_alignment_default=”center” headline=”Testimonial” quote=”Parker is incredibly friendly and an excellent teacher. He made this a great experience and I will be going back to make more items!” author=”Rebecca Michelle”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1583938261294{padding-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Blow Your Ornament Ball (BYOB)” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Blow Your Ornament Ball (BYOB) or suncatcher – learn the basics of glassblowing in a supportive and fun environment. We cover safety and color application and the techniques to make a suncatcher or ornament. A wide color palette is available and a number of samples are available to help jump start deciding which one to make. Each ornament or suncatcher takes between 15-30 minutes per piece to make.Ornaments must cool in our ovens and are available for pickup the following day. One ornament is made per time slot.Price is inclusive.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]Cost is $31.00 per person
This price is inclusive which includes all materials and tools to make your pieces.

 

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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”3236″ img_size=”full”][vc_empty_space][stockie_testimonial block_type_layout=”default” block_type_alignment_default=”center” headline=”Testimonial” quote=”If you are looking for something fun and creative to try you should definitely book an appointment! I had a great time with friends and made my very own ornament! I highly recommend this experience and look forward to doing it again! Thanks Parker!” author=”Crystal DiRico McMahan”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1583938271167{padding-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Glass Paperweight Class” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]This hour-long class takes you through the steps necessary in the making of your own paperweight. More hands-on than the ornament/suncatcher class, you will be able to select colors and other effects in the making of a first paperweight as well as a variety of basic shapes. Safety, color application, and basic techniques will be covered. We will work in a team manner in the making of your work. All tools, materials and supplies are included.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Cost: $85.00
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Pick up of your glass is normally after 36 hours. Your glass has to anneal in kilns for the correct time for solid items.

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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1583938292857{padding-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”The Daylong Intensive Class” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]This class is a great way to get familiar with glass in a welcoming, safe, and fun environment. This class is one of the most hands-on classes we offer and will cover gathering out of the furnace, proper marvering and shaping techniques as well as color application, and safety. Students will make a paperweight, a flower, and several ornament/suncatchers at the very least, but will likely make more based on time available and how each member of the class progresses through the forms that will be covered.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This class is a great way to immerse yourself in glass making and to make objects of great beauty. Work is available for pickup the following week (we have to grind and finish the bottoms of your pieces).

The workshop begins at 10:00 am and goes until 5:00 pm and is currently available on weekends only. Bring a lunch, we have a variety of beverages for you, and water and gator-aide are included while you work.

Cost is $220.00 per person. Inclusive.

Discounts for students with valid ID. If you and a group of others are interested in doing a class together and you can bring a minimum of three people and a maximum of four, please contact us for significant discounts over our published price!

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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1583938300947{padding-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Weekend Intensive Class” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]This is our best class for the person wanting immersion in glassmaking. In this class all of the same forms in the day-long intensive will be covered in addition to vessels such as bowls and cylinders. This class is similar to our daylong class but includes more time making work per person.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This weekend class begins at 10:00 am and ends at 5:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Bring a bag lunch or lunch is available on Saturdays at Super Value Mart also near the studio.

Cost is $475.00 per person.
Bring a friend and you both get the class for $465.00 each.
Discounts for students with valid ID. If you and a group of others are interested in doing a class together and you can bring a minimum of three people and a maximum of four, please contact us for significant discounts over our published price!

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