UrbanGlass
Classes in Brooklyn
UrbanGlass, founded in 1977, is the largest artist-access glass center in the United States, offering a comprehensive education program at every skill level. With a faculty of renowned artists and designers, UrbanGlass provides inspiration and resources to artists from around the world.
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Lighting Design
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We encounter lighting in every space we enter - it sets the atmosphere of a room through intensity, color, and form. Moving quickly through experiments, we will mock up lighting ideas from day 1 onward by exploring the different effects of shape, material, and hardware. This fun and fast-paced class will cover: basic electrical wiring, hardware, assembly, making your own blown glass parts, as well as collecting found/miscellaneous parts to light...
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Screen Printing and Imagery in Fused Glass
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Screen printing with glass powders and enamels is great for bold, graphic images, repeatable patterns, and colorful backgrounds. It’s capable of creating clean, crisp line work and perfect color gradients. Additionally, sifting powder by hand, and painting with enamel, allows us to incorporate spontaneity and gesture. It also allows us to render meticulous detail and blend colors to achieve realism. In this class, we will explore the pros and...
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Intro to Glassblowing Weekend Workshop
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
In this two-day workshop students will learn the introductory skills of glassblowing, such as: how to take a gather of molten glass out of the furnace and how to work in small teams in the glass studio! While focusing on building these new handskills, students will learn how to make colorful glassware in beginner forms such as cups and bowls. What to Expect: Over the weekend class, students will learn how to gather and manipulate molten glass....
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A Crash Course in American-Venetian Techniques
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
The workshops of the Venetian lagoon, particularly those of the 16th century, have produced some of the finest blown glass objects the world has ever known. Come and explore the basics of this style of working, as understood from an American studio perspective. In this workshop you will learn the first steps in blowing thin footed vessels, as difficult to produce as they are beautiful to look at. By the end of this course you will have a solid foundation...
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Queer Glass: An Intro to Graphic Stained Glass
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
This five day course will provide an introduction to creating copper foil “tiffany style” stained glass panels, with a modern twist! This class is designed for beginners and intermediate students, and you will leave with a finished stained glass piece that you’ve made from a pattern you select. We will cover the fundamentals of cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering glass, through a mix of short demos and hands-on instruction. We will also...
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Beyond the Basics: Shards, Hollows, Metals, & More!
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Class will start with decorating beads with glass shards and with metals including fine silver wire, foils and leaf: silver, copper, gold. We’ll move on to making hollow glass beads with the disc method, and learning to use reduction glass techniques. Weekend days include a one hour-lunch break and stretch breaks. After demonstrations, expect to make between 6 - 10 successful objects in this class, and a couple failures, while gaining confidence...
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Merging Glass with Metal
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
In this class, students will integrate the lessons of the flame shop and the jeweler’s bench. We’ll begin at Urban Glass, learning to create glass beads and components, including surface details and coldworked finishes. At Brooklyn Metal Works, we’ll learn metalsmithing skills and fabrication techniques. Throughout the course we’ll discuss design principles and explore our creativity, finishing the session with wearable art that expresses...
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Neon Studio
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Making neon is 50% dreaming and 50% muscle memory. In this intermediate technique-based neon course we will develop independent approaches to the practice and embed personal narratives in the glass. Students will dig into the materiality of neon with special focus on color, form and interactivity to uncover the dynamics of working with light as a tactile medium. What to Expect: Bombarding and electrode attachment for 5 units of neon are...
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Next Steps: Experimental Molds
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Take your glassblowing in a new direction with this experimental class! We will explore the possibilities of blowing glass into unexpected shapes using unconventional mold materials such as wet newspaper, clay, bananas, copper wire, ice, and more. Learn to set up your bubble for blowing different forms, including making a post-gather. Students can bring their own materials, but we will be careful to identify anything that may be toxic when...
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Introduction to Kiln-Forming
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the captivating world of kiln-forming in this beginner-friendly glass art class! Whether you're a complete newcomer to glasswork or an artist looking to expand your horizons, this hands-on workshop is your gateway to creating stunning fused glass masterpieces. In this immersive class, you'll: Learn the Essentials: Dive into the fundamental techniques of kiln-forming, including glass cutting, layering, and assembling. Experiment with Design:...
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Particle by Particle: Intro to Pate de Verre
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the ancient art form of Pâte de Verre in a modern context at UrbanGlass. Learn to work with water-based clay, create molds, and manipulate heat to create up to 3 unique glass pieces. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to get messy and be creative!
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Tumbler Talk: Intro to Flameworked Vessels
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the mesmerizing art of creating flameworked vessels using borosilicate glass in this introductory class at UrbanGlass. Learn to craft straight-walled cups on the torch, mastering the technique of working solo. Walk away with a new skillset and resources to explore further in the world of glass art.
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STOP IT! Blown Bottles and Stoppers
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Unleash your creativity as you learn the art of bottling and stopper making in this hands-on glassblowing class. From hot shop techniques to cold shop finishing, discover the secrets behind crafting flawless bottles and stoppers. Previous glassblowing experience required.
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Advanced Beginner Glassblowing
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Take your glassblowing skills to the next level with UrbanGlass' Advanced Beginner class. Gain technical support and guidance to bring your ideas to life through demos and exercises. Previous glassblowing experience is required.
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Boro Basics
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the art of working with borosilicate glass as you learn how to manipulate and shape it using lampworking techniques. This in-person class at UrbanGlass will introduce you to the tools, equipment, and patterns used in creating stunning solid and hollow forms. No prior experience is necessary.
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Fall For Neon
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Experience the vibrant glow of autumn with a hands-on workshop at UrbanGlass. Create your own seasonal neon sign and learn the art of neon bending from expert instructors. No experience required, open to ages 14 and up.
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Bend, Slump, Drape
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the endless possibilities of shaping glass with heat and gravity in this hands-on class at UrbanGlass. Learn how to fabricate personalized molds and create fused and non-fused shapes that can be slumped, bent, or draped over. Suitable for beginners and those looking to expand their kiln working skills.
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Objectifying Words : An Exploration in Narrative Sculpture
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 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...
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What Lies Beneath
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Ignite your creativity in the hot shop learning Swedish overlay, stuff cups, and color techniques. But wait, there's more fun in store! Head to the cold shop to take the lathe for a spin, trying cameo, graal engraving, and battuto. Throughout the class, hands-on and personalized instruction will boost your skills. Get ready for a journey that's both enjoyable and enriching! What to Expect: During the class, we will learn various techniques for...
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An Exploration of Glass Jewelry
UrbanGlass See all classes by this school @ 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
This workshop is an in-depth introduction to glass jewelry made in the kiln and cold shop. Learn to create wearable glass forms featuring the brilliant patterns and colors conjured by fusing glass and then carving unique jewels from your kilnformed experiments. In this class you’ll be introduced to a survey of jewelry design in combination with metal findings to create heirloom quality jewelry. No pre-requisite in glass or metal required, just...
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Reviews of UrbanGlass
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Mirror Party
I enjoyed the class and learned a lot. However, I do feel like I did not fully understand the chemical reaction so I would like it to be explained a bit more. After we completed the project, it was not clear when we were able to pick up our product and how to add the finishing touches. I felt I had to keep following up to figure out how to get my belongings completed. -
Intro to Fusing- Coasters
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Paperweight Glass Blowing Party
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Paperweight Glass Blowing Party
This was a great experience- urban glass was well set up to accommodate the class size and very organized. The staff was amazing and very talented. I recommend this class very highly to anyone wanting to explore glass -
Stained Glass 101
Great instructors, great pace, great facility! -
Intro to Sparkly Beads: Metal, Foil, Leaf, & Aventurine
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Neon 101
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Intro to Stained Glass
I went in expecting to learn how to make stained glass, and I learned how to make stained glass! I actually made more pieces than I expected. -
One Day Mosaics
The teacher was wonderful. Supplies were plentiful. We got a great tour of Urban Glass so I need to decide what to try next. I think everyone was very pleased with their projects. Please note that the projects are 10x10 inches. It was a pleasant surprise that they were larger than a coaster. -
One Day Mosaics
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Glassblowing 101
I had a great experience and learned a lot! -
Paperweight Glass Blowing Party
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Paperweight Glass Blowing Party
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Neon 101
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Neon 101
Amazing class. Teaching staff was very knowledgeable and patient, I learned a lot and highly recommend anyone interested in neon to go for this class! -
Intro to Beads
exactly what we wanted -
One Day Mosaics
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Intro to Beadmaking
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One Day Mosaics
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Intro to Stained Glass-Color Theory
I didn’t feel very well so I left early day one and couldn’t attend day 2.
