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INTRO TO LAMPWORKING | Sept 14 - Oct 19

This course can no longer be booked.

A Beginner's Guide to Borosilicate Glass Sculpting with Drew Kups.

Started Sep 14
600 US dollars
Russell Industrial Center

CLASS INFO

Discover the art of borosilicate flameworking in Detroit, Michigan with glass artist and instructor, Drew Kups. This 6-week beginner course will teach you how to shape and sculpt glass using a bench torch while building essential skills, techniques, and safety practices from the ground up. Create small glass objects like beads, marbles, sculptures, and more as you gain confidence working with borosilicate glass. Each session will feature a different assignment, focusing on core principles that develop hand control, introduce color application, and explore a variety of flameworking techniques. Whether you're new to glass or looking to refine your foundational skills, this class offers a supportive environment with personalized, one-on-one instruction to help you grow as an artist. This course will be held at: Michigan Hot Glass Workshop The Russell Industrial Center | Building 1 | Floor 2 1604 Clay Street Detroit, MI 48211 Instructor: Drew Kups ***PLEASE NOTE: This course will only run if at least 3 seats are booked***


UPCOMING SESSIONS


CANCELLATION POLICY

Full Refund: Cancellation requested via email at least 2 weeks prior to course start date 50% Refund: Cancellation requested via email 1 week to 2 weeks prior to class start date Credit toward Future Course: Less than 1 week before course start date No refund: Cancellation during course Please email info@themichiganglassproject.com if you would like to cancel or reschedule your class.


CONTACT DETAILS

  • 1600 Clay Street, Detroit, MI, USA

    info@themichiganglassproject.com


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