Flameworking Sampler Workshop

Saturday, July 4th

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Curious about flameworking? This sampler workshop offers a little bit of everything! Students will get hands-on experience working both on and off the mandrel while creating beads and marbles using soft glass.

This class is ideal for anyone wanting to explore the possibilities of flameworking in a fun, supportive environment before diving deeper into specific techniques.

Marbles 2 Workshop

Sunday, July 5th

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Ready to take your marble skills further? This workshop builds on foundational techniques while introducing more dynamic and intricate designs.

Students will explore patterns such as deep twists, folded cane, and layered effects to create visually stunning marbles. A perfect next step for those who have taken Marbles 1 or have prior experience.

Throw it AND Glaze it with Pi Benio & Deb Allen

Wednesday July 15th & July 22nd * 6:00pm - 8:00pm

In two, two hour sessions, learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming at least one bowl and then glazing it. The first class will be for throwing. In the second class, you will learn about the mysteries of glaze and firing, where art, chemistry and physics intersect. You will chose the glazes of your choice for your fully functional, food, dishwasher and microwave safe bowls. Throughout, our experienced instructors will provide the support and advice you need to be successful.Clay, tools, and glaze firing all provided. Your bowls will ready for pickup at a later date to show off your new artistic skills to all.

$15 material fee included in price of class

This exhibition is held in conjunction with the CompARTments exhibition at the Adrian Center for the Arts, Monday June 8-Sunday July 19. The idea is for an artist to make art, on, in, around a box.Artist Claudia Wallace’s passion is collecting ephemera; forlorn objects, faded lithographic images, cigar boxes, lots of them, all from another era. She then assembles them into mini-vignettes. Her house is taken over by completed boxes, boxes in process and the painstaking organization of the materials that will bring her ideas to life. The time, the thought, the attention to detail are what make these works extraordinary.You too can create your own box. Claudia will teach an all materials provided class right here at the Adrian District Library on Tues June 16, 5:30-7:30.

Three or Four Legged Coffee Cup Class with Julia Tomaro

Wednesday, July 22nd * 6:00pm - 8:00pm

In this two and a half hour class students will learn how to create a coffee cup using slab construction to create a unique design. After the cup is made, participants will choose a glaze of their choice. When they come to pick up the mug weeks later, it will be ready to go!

Intro to Beadmaking Workshop

Saturday, July 25th

12:00pm - 3:00pm 

Step into the world of glass art with this beginner-friendly workshop! Students will learn how to wind molten glass onto a mandrel, shape it into a bead, and apply simple color and decorative elements.

This hands-on experience is a wonderful way to try flameworking for the first time and is the perfect introduction before committing to a full 6-week course.

Beginning / Intermediate Beadmaking

6 Sundays: July 26th, August 2nd, 9th, 16th 23rd & 30th

9:00am – 12:00pm 

This class is a perfect introduction to the art of flameworking, as well as a supportive space for continuing students to refine their skills. We will focus on building a strong foundation—learning how to control molten glass while creating clean, well-shaped beads.

Students will explore different methods of forming beads on the mandrel, along with shaping techniques, dot application, and simple pattern design. Emphasis is placed on consistency, control, and understanding how glass behaves in the flame.

Whether you are brand new or looking to strengthen your fundamentals, this class offers a relaxed and creative environment to grow your skills in glass.

Marbles 1 Workshop

Saturday, August 1st

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Discover the mesmerizing art of marble making! In this workshop, students will learn how to gather, shape, and balance glass to create beautiful, round marbles.

We’ll explore color application and simple design techniques while developing control and confidence in the flame. A relaxing and rewarding introduction to one of flameworking’s most magical forms.