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Flameworking Sampler Workshop

with Robin Schultes

April 18th, 2026

$70 More Info

Flameworking Sampler Workshop

1 session • 3 hours

Saturday April 18th - 12-3pm

 

Curious about flameworking? This introductory workshop gives you hands-on experience with the torch as you explore bead-making, marble shaping, and simple borosilicate sculpting. Students will also create a bead stand and marble stand to take home.

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Acrylic Painting 6 sessions

with Jill Shaffer

May 19th to June 23rd, 2026

$150 More Info

Acrylic Painting

Tues May 19 to June 23, 2026 (6 weeks) 10:00am - 12:00pm

In six weeks learn to control acrylic and your creativity will bloom. Acrylic can be applied several ways. You will be introduced to knife and brush techniques, from impasto to thin as watercolor. Come enjoy the experience.

Bring to class: Sketchbook, tube acrylics, a printed photo reference, apron, paint cloth or paper towels.

ACA will furnish: Canvases, easels, paper palettes.

Age 16 and up

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Intro to Beadmaking Workshop

with Robin Schultes

July 25th, 2026

$65 More Info

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.

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Flameworking Sampler Workshop

with Robin Schultes

May 10th, 2026

$70 More Info

Flameworking Sampler Workshop

Sunday, May 10th

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.

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Beginning/Intermediate Beadmaking (6 weeks)

with Robin Schultes

July 26th to August 30th, 2026

$300 More Info

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.