AD: ongoing glass classes - Craft Students League NYC

The Craft Students League YWCA of The City of New York

Classes begin in April. See below for descriptions of the following classes:

- Glass Fusing and Slumping - Beginner

- Kiln-formed Jewelry - Beginner

- Collage Under Glass

- Fused Glass on Metal

Registration: 212-735-9722 Information: 212-735-9731

Location: 610 Lexington Ave, New York, NY, 10022 Corner of 53rd and Lexington Transportation: E, V, 6 trains to Lexington Ave.

Glass Fusing and Slumping - Beginner Beginning with cold glass cutting and shaping using standard window glass, explore the basics of fusing (melting) and slumping (sagging) techniques. Colored glass for later projects can be purchased from local suppliers. Materials fee: $25 Libby Pace

8 sessions $260 Mon. Apr. 26?Jun. 21 6:00?9:00pm 111-70447 (No class May 31) 6 sessions $220 Mon. Jul. 12?Aug. 16 6:00?9:00pm 111-70748

Kiln-formed Jewelry - Beginner Learn fundamental kiln-forming techniques to create glass jewelry. Kiln-forming is the process of melting layers of glass together. Various techniques are demonstrated including metal inclusions, cane design and pattern bars.Hardware and assembly issues are addressed. Materials fee: $35 Melanie Ungvarsky/Erica Rosenfeld

10 sessions $320 Tue. Apr. 13?Jun. 15 6:00?9:00pm(MU) 111-70449 5 sessions $180 Thu. Jul. 15 ?Aug. 19 6:00?9:00pm(ER) 111-70750 (No class Aug. 5)

Collage Under Glass ? All Levels Learn to embellish decorative glass accessories such as lamps, ginger jars and vases using paper, paint, and lustrous powders. Create sophisticated sculptural objects that beautifully reference precious relics using ancient motifs. Returning students work on more advanced projects. Materials fee: $35 Kaären Lewis

8 sessions $240 Tue. Apr. 6?May 25 6:00?9:00pm 105-30463

Fused Glass on Metal For jewelers, metalsmiths and artists in all media, a new approach to enameling for non-enamelers. A unique opportunity to learn an ancient technique filled with vibrant color merging traditional methods with cutting edge innovation. Class instruction will include methods of combining this medium with other art forms. Supply list is mailed. Katharine Wood & Sally Wright

2 sessions $225 (non-members $240) Sat./Sun. May 1?2 10:00am?4:00pm 109-90531