Crossroads Art Studios
501 North Kingshighway St. Charles, MO 63301
501 North Kingshighway St. Charles, MO 63301
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Glass
Be sure to check out the new class dates listed below!
Welcome! At Art Glass Array you will find a dynamic studio and
gallery specializing in custom glass design and kiln-formed glass
classes.
We strive to provide unique, handcrafted items as well as introduce and develop your skills in glass.
Be sure to also check out our Guest Artist Workshop information!
We are located on the second floor of Crossroads Art Studios and are equipped with a spacious 1100 square feet of studio and gallery space. Please stop on by, we are normally in the studio Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, feel free to call ahead if you'd like 636-724-0288 or 314-581-3748. Click here to send us an e-mail with any questions or to register for a class.
Be sure to check out artglassarray.com.
We strive to provide unique, handcrafted items as well as introduce and develop your skills in glass.
Be sure to also check out our Guest Artist Workshop information!
We are located on the second floor of Crossroads Art Studios and are equipped with a spacious 1100 square feet of studio and gallery space. Please stop on by, we are normally in the studio Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, feel free to call ahead if you'd like 636-724-0288 or 314-581-3748. Click here to send us an e-mail with any questions or to register for a class.
Be sure to check out artglassarray.com.
Some Fusing Fundamentals
class projects
Small Works
class examples
Glass Weaving
An example of a piece using pattern bar slices taken from a thick block as made in the advanced class Start Your Creative Journey in Warm Glass!
Fusing Fundamentals: 4 sessions, $125
Create eye catching works of art in kiln-formed glass! Learn the techniques and processes to cut and melt glass to create bowls, platters and wall hangings. This class is the most comprehensive introduction to kiln-forming. You will learn about compatibility, firing schedules, and slumping into a mold, as well as how to achieve various effects through fusing such as kiln carving and working with frits, rods, and stringers. All materials and firings are provided. Students will create new pieces each week and leave with the best foundation in fusing.
Dates:
Morning Classes:
Mondays, Jan 18-Feb 8 10am-12pm
Wed Feb 17-March 10 10am-12pm
Evening Classes:
Thursdays, Jan 21-Feb 11 6:30-8:30pm
Tuesdays, March 2- Mar 23 6:30-8:30pm
Small Works Workshop: 1 session, $50
Unsure of whether you want to commit to a longer session in fused glass? In the Small Works Workshop, students will learn the basics of cutting and fusing to make smaller items such as coasters or jewelry pieces. Learn the special skills to finish the edges of jewelry as well as how to work with dichroic glass. This class is sure to be a fun kick-start to your creativity and makes great gifts for the upcoming holidays!
Dates:
Weaving With Glass, 2 sessions, $65
This is not your grandma's woven pot-holder! Learn how to weave glass to create a unique piece of artwork. Faux weaving will also be discussed.
Dates:
Pendant Party! 1 session, starting at $10
A special class for those who have taken a fusing class before, a $7 studio fee is charged for the open studio hours and each pendant you make is just $3. We provide the tools and glass (dichroic is extra), and fire them for you. Wine, chocolates, and lots of fun will be provided!
Dates: Friday, Feb 19, 6-8:30pm
Friday, Apr 16, 6-8:30pm
*See a class you'd like to take but the dates won't fit in your schedule? Just give us a call and we'll see if we can find a date. You can also schedule your own class with a minimum of 4, maximum of 10 people and the organizer will receive a discount on their class fee!
Fusing Fundamentals: 4 sessions, $125
Create eye catching works of art in kiln-formed glass! Learn the techniques and processes to cut and melt glass to create bowls, platters and wall hangings. This class is the most comprehensive introduction to kiln-forming. You will learn about compatibility, firing schedules, and slumping into a mold, as well as how to achieve various effects through fusing such as kiln carving and working with frits, rods, and stringers. All materials and firings are provided. Students will create new pieces each week and leave with the best foundation in fusing.
Dates:
Morning Classes:
Mondays, Jan 18-Feb 8 10am-12pm
Wed Feb 17-March 10 10am-12pm
Evening Classes:
Thursdays, Jan 21-Feb 11 6:30-8:30pm
Tuesdays, March 2- Mar 23 6:30-8:30pm
Small Works Workshop: 1 session, $50
Unsure of whether you want to commit to a longer session in fused glass? In the Small Works Workshop, students will learn the basics of cutting and fusing to make smaller items such as coasters or jewelry pieces. Learn the special skills to finish the edges of jewelry as well as how to work with dichroic glass. This class is sure to be a fun kick-start to your creativity and makes great gifts for the upcoming holidays!
Dates:
Saturday,
January 23, 10am-12:30pm
Saturday, March 13,
10am-12:30pm
Weaving With Glass, 2 sessions, $65
This is not your grandma's woven pot-holder! Learn how to weave glass to create a unique piece of artwork. Faux weaving will also be discussed.
Dates:
Wednesday Feb 3-10th 10-11:30am
Monday Feb 15-22, 6:30-8pm
Thurs, March 25-Apr 2 10am-11:30pm
Advanced Classes
Advanced Fusing Techniques, 4 sessions, $150
This class is designed for those who want to take their glass skills to the next level. Create pattern bars and slice the thick blocks into pieces that will be incorporated into your design. You will sandblast glass, learn how to fuse and anneal thicker glass works as well as learn basic cold-working skills. Students will also have the chance to twist and coil molten hot glass into various shapes using the vitrigraph kiln!
Dates:
Mornings:
Wednesdays, Jan 6-Jan 27, 10am-12pm
Wednesdays March 24-Apr.14, 10am-12pm
Evenings:
Advanced Fusing Techniques, 4 sessions, $150
This class is designed for those who want to take their glass skills to the next level. Create pattern bars and slice the thick blocks into pieces that will be incorporated into your design. You will sandblast glass, learn how to fuse and anneal thicker glass works as well as learn basic cold-working skills. Students will also have the chance to twist and coil molten hot glass into various shapes using the vitrigraph kiln!
Dates:
Mornings:
Wednesdays, Jan 6-Jan 27, 10am-12pm
Wednesdays March 24-Apr.14, 10am-12pm
Evenings:
Mondays,
Jan 18-Feb 8, 6:30-8:30pm
Thursdays,
Feb 25-March 18 6:30-8:30pm
Pendant Party! 1 session, starting at $10
A special class for those who have taken a fusing class before, a $7 studio fee is charged for the open studio hours and each pendant you make is just $3. We provide the tools and glass (dichroic is extra), and fire them for you. Wine, chocolates, and lots of fun will be provided!
Dates: Friday, Feb 19, 6-8:30pm
Friday, Apr 16, 6-8:30pm
*See a class you'd like to take but the dates won't fit in your schedule? Just give us a call and we'll see if we can find a date. You can also schedule your own class with a minimum of 4, maximum of 10 people and the organizer will receive a discount on their class fee!
To Register For Classes please call 636-724-0288 or 314-581-3748
