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BEGINNER
PAPERWEIGHT WORKSHOP
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An
introduction to techniques and skills such
as gathering, centering, blocking, and marvering
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An
introduction to glassblowing machines, tools of the trade
and proper shop etiquette
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Basic
color application using powders and frits
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Create
and keep two (2) paperweights: one clear and one with
color (results may vary)
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The
creation of two (2) paperweights typically takes between
one (1) and two (2) hours (per person participating in
the workshop)
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One
instructor per two (2) students...allows for constant
hands-on experience
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Cost
per student: $175.00
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Schedule:
Workshops are offered on Tuesday afternoons from 1pm
- 5pm, Tuesday evenings from 6pm - 10pm and Saturday
evenings from 6pm - 10pm (Please
call if this does not fit your schedule)
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Prerequisite
to the Intermediate
Paperweight Workshop and
the Glassblowing
Class
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No
prior experience needed!
INTERMEDIATE
PAPERWEIGHT WORKSHOP
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Prerequisite:
Must be able to successfully create two (2) paperweights
in the Beginner
Paperweight Class (see above)
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Further
practice of glassblowing techniques such as gathering,
marvering, jacking, flashing, centering and breaking
off finished products for annealing
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More
advanced color application such as finger bits and threadwraps
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Create
and keep two (2) paperweights with color (results may
vary)
-
The
creation of two (2) paperweights typically takes between
one (1) and two (2) hours (per person participating in
the workshop)
-
One
instructor per two students...allows for constant hands-on
experience
-
Cost
per student: $175.00
-
Schedule:
Workshops are offered on Tuesday afternoons from 1pm
- 5pm, Tuesday evenings from 6pm - 10pm and Saturday
evenings from 6pm - 10pm (Please
call if this does not fit your schedule)
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Prerequisite
to the Glassblowing
Class
Details: All
classes are held at VETRO Glassblowing Studio in Grapevine
TX. Click here for studio
location. VETRO supplies all tools, glass
and color within your designated time slot. You must be
at least 18 years of age and no shorter than 5'2" in
height in order to operate the equipment safely. The paperweights
must anneal (cool and strengthen) for a period of time
after the class and will be ready for pickup or shipping
2 weeks following the class. Shipping is an additional
charge.
SIGN
UP:
Call
us at (817) 251-1668 to find out availability and to schedule.
Then be sure to check the list
what items you need to bring (see below). Your scheduled
registration is NOT guaranteed until payment is received!
Reservations:
Only paid reservations are guaranteed!
Cancellation:
In case you need to cancel or reschedule a class, a full
refund can only be issued if you provide 24-hours notice
prior to your class time.
WHAT
TO BRING/WEAR TO CLASS (VERY IMPORTANT):
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All
clothing must be cotton
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Long
pants (NO SHORTS WILL BE ALLOWED)
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Closed-tipped
shoes (i.e. tennis shoes)
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Long-sleeved
cotton shirt - no billowy sleeves
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Hat
or headband
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Sunglasses
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Long
hair should be pulled back securely
Please
eat a well-balanced meal before arriving to your class. Water
and sports drinks are recommended; caffeinated beverages
are not. A water fountain will be available to you
at all times at the studio.
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Office: (817)
251-1668
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