We are in the process of reintroducing studio workshops after the COVID-19 hiatus. Stay tuned, as we will be adding more as we progress into fall!

Weisser Glass offers a terrific schedule of classes for beginner through professional levels. Courses are offered in stained glass, fusing and kiln forming, beadmaking, glass jewelry, paperweights, glass casting & mosaic. Our goal is to offer the highest quality of instruction in a friendly and helpful environment! New class schedules are posted about every two months.

WE ALSO TEACH PRIVATE LESSONS AND PRIVATE GROUP CLASSES! SELF-DIRECTED BENCH TIME IS ALSO AVAILABLE. CALL OR EMAIL US FOR MORE INFO.

Beginner Stained Glass: Copper Foil

Saturday mornings, 9:30-12, September 12, 19, 26, Oct 3

Four 2½-hour classes. Tuition $275.00 includes use of tools and some supplies. Students purchase glass and framing metal.

The copper foil stained glass technique was originally devised by Louis Comfort Tiffany to be used for his intricate designs. Unlike the more traditional lead came method, the foil technique allows for more detailed patterns, as well as construction of three-dimensional objects like lampshades and boxes. Learn the entire process from beginning to end in only four sessions! Students do not need to purchase any tools, so it’s an excellent way to try your hand at the medium without having to invest in all the equipment. Each student will complete a copper foil panel approximately 9” x 12” or 11”x 14”.

Stained Glass- Beyond Beginner

Saturday afternoons, 1:30-4, September 12, 19, 26, Oct 3

Four 2½-hour classes. Tuition $145.00; tools and supplies extra

This class has an open curriculum allowing students to continue their exploration into stained glass under the supervision and guidance of an experienced instructor. Students might select a new project like a lamp, box, panel, or bring a project in progress. This class is a great way to learn new techniques, get a refresher, have your questions answered, or get help with more advanced projects. We can provide the instruction and extra motivation you need to get that project done!

Learn to Fuse, Part I

Saturday mornings, 9:30-12, October 3, 10, 17

Three 2½-hour classes. Tuition $295.00; includes supplies and use of tools.

Glass fusing is a fun, fantastic way to create unique and exciting art; learning the basics opens the door to the wide, wonderful world of kiln formed glass and all you can do with it! In this workshop, students will learn the fundamentals through a manageable series of samples and small projects designed to illustrate the core concepts of fused glass. Students will also have the opportunity to create an 8”x8” fused and slumped dish of their own design as a final project. After taking this class, students will have the basic knowledge needed to move on to Learn to Fuse, Part II or to work on fused projects in their own homes!

Easy Screen Printing

Saturday, October 10, 1:30-4 & Sunday, October 11, 9:30-12

Two 2½-hour classes. Tuition $225.00: includes a pack of two screens

When we say easy, we mean easy! Whether you are a fuser or a stained-glass artist (or both), printing on glass can be used to create detailed line work, imagery, or customized lettering. When you are creating one of a kind artworks or small production runs there’s no need to deal with large screens and messy emulsion. In this workshop we will start with ready-made and commercially available screens to get you started and show you how simple this really is. Once you get the hang of that we will move you on to creating your own screens using your personal images. Stock images will be provided as well if you prefer, plus sources for finding images that are suitable for printing will be discussed. You will learn how to prepare images for screen printing, how to develop your screens and of course how to print with them. Wondering “why screen printing”? We will answer that as well. There will be good information on types of enamels (fire-on paints) including premixed ready to use varieties and great information on firing schedules and procedures for different applications and projects.

Details will be provided prior to class on what type of imagery to bring. Students will create a variety of sample tiles; each student will receive (2) 8.5”x11” blank screen sheets that they will use to create their reusable screens during class.

Dazzling Dichroic Jewelry

Saturday afternoon, October 17, 1-4
Sunday morning, October 18, 9:30-12:30
Saturday afternoon, October 24, 1-4

Three 3-hour classes. Tuition $295.00; includes all supplies and use of tools.

Learn all about working with fusible dichroic glass to create stunning wearable art! Using beautiful, sparkling dichroic sheet glass, students will explore various techniques to create pendants, earrings, and more. Students will have the opportunity to use small tabletop kilns to fuse their pieces, then learn to coldwork and refine their pieces for a finished, professional look. This a great workshop for both beginners and the fuser that wants to refine the look of their work. Students will get hands-on experience with firing in table-top kilns, using a variety of coldworking equipment, and some wire- wrapping and finishing techniques.