Intro to Glassblowing Class

Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: 
None. Previous participation in a group or private class at Decatur Glassblowing may be helpful but is not mandatory. Ages 18 and up only. 

What: This 5-session course will go over basic safety and instruction of glassblowing. Each student will go through the process of creating several items and learning basic skills such as gathering from the furnace, hot sculpting, blowing, and cold-working techniques. Actual projects will vary from class to class but may include items such as flowers, paperweights, and cups.

Dates: 
Wednesdays
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

Time: 
6:30 to 9:30 pm

Blown Objects Class

Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: 
Must have completed one 5-week intro session or completed 5 or more projects from group classes at Decatur Glassblowing. Ages 18 and up only.

​What: Building from skills learned in the intro session, you will create several blown items over the course of 5 classes. Actual projects will vary from class to class but may include items such as ornaments, cups, bowls, and vases. Your instructor will work with you to meet goals based on individual skill level. 

Dates: 
TBD*

Time: 
TBD*

*If you have certain dates in mind or two participants to open a session, please email us
​at natenardi@yahoo.com to check availability.

Hot Sculpture Class

Level: Beginner

Prerequisites: 
Must have completed one 5-week beginner session or completed 5 or more projects from group classes at Decatur Glassblowing. Ages 18 and up only.

​What: For those who have made all of our "basic" items, step it up a notch with our sculpture class. Actual projects will vary from class to class but may include items such as mushrooms, animal paperweights, snowmen, and abstracted forms. Your instructor will work with you to meet goals based on individual skill level. Basic cold-working techniques will be taught for students to properly finish their pieces.  

Dates: 
Mondays
​11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2

Time: 
7:00 to 10:00 pm

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Cost: 
All 5-week sessions cost $450 per person. 2 Participants required to open a class. If class fills to 4 participants, a $50 discount will be refunded on first day of class. Please note that we are unable to accommodate reschedules or discounts for missed days.
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Where: Decatur Glassblowing, 250 Freeman Street, Decatur, GA 30030

What to wear: Closed-toe shoes are required in the shop. Cotton shirts and blue jeans are recommended. Shorts are OK. If you have long hair, please bring something to secure it away from your face. 

What to bring: All equipment/tools and color needed for this workshop will be provided. ​Safety glasses are available for use during class or you may bring your own protective eyewear with you.

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