Bead 1
Wednesdays · 6:00 - 9:00 · Amy Lemaire · Begins Sep 8 - Oct 27
8 sessions · $595
Creative expression and experimentation are the main objectives in this introductory
bead course. Using a professional flameworking torch, shape molten glass into spherical,
cubic, conical, tubular, asymmetrical, and organically formed beads laced with
stunning color. Create multicolored cane twists and utilize surface treatments such as
raking and dot overlays. No experience necessary; beginners welcome.
Beginning Glassblowing 1(A)
Thursdays · 6:00 - 9:00 · Thaddueus Wolfe · Begins Sep 9 - Oct 28
8 sessions · $695
Enter the unique world of glassblowing in this exciting introduction to molten glass.
Working in teams, learn to sculpt glass into creative and colorful objects. From cups,
bowls, vases, and paperweights to unique individual designs, professional instruction
and plenty of hands-on work will help you unlock the artist inside. No experience
necessary; beginners and pyromaniacs welcome.
Flame 1
Thursdays · 6:00 - 9:00 ·
Lee Silveri was first introduced to working with hot glass early in 1998. Living in serene upstate New York, surrounded by experienced glass blowers, he was able to inherit the fundamentals on which he would base his career. Upon returning to his home in the New York metropolitan area a few years later, he continued absorbing knowledge and proper technique. He has studied under renowned artists such as Harold Eberhart, Emilio Santini, then with Roger Parramore at Pilchuck where he was nominated for the Corning award of excellence. Through the years
he has conducted private lessons helping others understand the craft. He currently maintains a studio just outside of NYC.
Lee Silveri · Begins Sep 9 - Oct 288 sessions · $595
Introduce yourself to the glassmaker’s torch and immerse yourself in the classical art
of flameworking. Working with both soft Effetre and hard Borosilicate glass, revel in
bead making, solid sculpting, object making, and glassblowing at the torch. Learn to
pull proper points and gain confidence working with both thick and thin walled tubing.
From marbles to implosions, enjoy yourself while laying the groundwork for future
exploration in the torch studio. No experience necessary; beginners welcome.
Beginning Glassblowing 2
Saturdays · 11:00 - 2:00 ·
Noriko Tsuji received her BA in literature from the University of the Sacred Heart in Tokyo. Her work has been shown in various exhibitions, including SOFA Chicago 2004 and 2005, and solo shows at the Inui Gallery Tokyo; the Hammond Museum New York; and the Robert Lehman Gallery at UrbanGlass. She was a 2004 Metropolitan Contemporary Glass Group Fellowship Recipient. www.tsujinoriko.com
Noriko Tsuji · Begins Sep 11 - Oct 308 sessions · $695
Students planning to feed the addiction developed in Beginning Glassblowing 1 should
continue here. This course quickly refreshes the basics and then dives into glassblowing
with a focus on strengthening fundamentals, refining skills, encouraging creativity,
and teaching new tricks along the way. Greater glassblowing successes and stronger
understanding of the medium will have you prepared for Intermediate Glassblowing
and Master Classes. Prerequisite: Beginning Glassblowing 1 or equivalent.
Introduction to Stained Glass
Saturdays · 12:00 - 3:00 ·
Laura Carbone received her BA from New York University. She has taught at S.A. Bendheim Co. and UrbanGlass. She is a professional stained glass restorer who has worked on projects including the Tiffany windows, Grace Episcopal Church, and the Ulysses S. Grant National Memorial.
Laura Carbone · Begins Sep 11 - Oct 308 sessions · $495
From Gothic windows to Tiffany lamps, stained glass has captured the imagination
for centuries. Learn to make panels and windows or three-dimensional forms such
as lamp shades and boxes. Master the fundamentals of glass cutting, assembly, and
design. No experience necessary; beginners and continuing students welcome.
Beginning Glassblowing 1(B)
Sundays · 11:00 - 2:00 · Rob Panepinto · Begins Sep 12 - Oct 31
8 sessions · $695
Enter the unique world of glassblowing in this exciting introduction to molten glass.
Working in teams, learn to sculpt glass into creative and colorful objects. From cups,
bowls, vases, and paperweights to unique individual designs, professional instruction
and plenty of hands-on work will help you unlock the artist inside. No experience
necessary; beginners and pyromaniacs welcome.
Kilnforming 2
Thursdays · 6:00 - 9:00 ·
Laurie Korowitz-Coutu received her BFA from Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY. Laurie has taught at the Craft Student League, NY, Baird Cultural Center, NJ, The Arts-Connection, NY, and UrbanGlass. Her work has been exhibited at the L.H. Selman gallery, and at SOFA New York and SOFA Chicago 2001 to present. Laurie currently lives and works in Brooklyn, NY.
Laurie Korowitz-Coutu · Begins Sep 16 - Nov 48 sessions · $695
Create larger and more advanced pieces as you delve deeper into the kilnforming
process. Uncover new techniques and gain more technical information, including firing
schedules for thicker sculptural work. This class stresses independent work and
personalized projects, with a stronger focus on the careful planning and design skills
necessary for creating more complex work. Prerequisite: Kilnforming 1.
Glass Ensemble
Wednesdays · 6:00 - 9:00 · Kim Harty · Begins Sep 29 - Nov 17
8 sessions · $695
Glass has limitless potential for making music. Drawing on a rich legacy of invention
and happenstance, from Benjamin Franklin’s glass “armonica” created in
1761 to impromptu jug bands performing on the side of the road, learn to unlock
the hidden sounds of glass. Explore drums, gongs, bells, chimes, glockenspiels,
didgeridoos, horns, flutes, and singing goblets while searching for the next musical
breakthrough in glass. Enjoy the resonance, clarity, and beauty of the material
while creating playable instruments or fantastical ones. Build agility and confidence
in the use of all the standard glassblowing tools—especially the newspaper—
as well as tools you discover or invent yourself. Experimentation, spontaneity,
teamwork, and skill building are the hallmarks of this intermediate level class,
which includes the opportunity to debut your creations at an UrbanGlass event.
Prerequisite: Beginning Glassblowing 2 or equivalent.
The Art of Neon Glassworking
Wednesdays 6-9 & Saturdays from 11-2 · 6:00 - 9:00 ·
Stephen Conlon studied at the Masonlite British School of Neon for one
year, followed by a 5 year apprenticeship in Dublin, Ireland. After 4
years as a freelance Neon worker in Europe, Stephen came to the United
States. He has now worked with artists and in Neon studios across the
country, and is a regular teacher at UrbanGlass.
Stephen Conlon · Begins Oct 6 - Nov 248 sessions · $595
Introduce yourself to the glassmaker’s torch and immerse yourself in the classical art
of flameworking. Working with both soft Effetre and hard Borosilicate glass, revel in
bead making, solid sculpting, object making, and glassblowing at the torch. Learn to
pull proper points and gain confidence working with both thick and thin walled tubing.
From marbles to implosions, enjoy yourself while laying the groundwork for future
exploration in the torch studio. No experience necessary; beginners welcome.
Casting 1
Saturdays · 11:00 - 2:00 · Victoria Calabro · Begins Oct 9 - Nov 13
6 sessions · $595
Beginning with open-face tiles and progressing to more complex forms, complete a
number of small-scale cast glass sculptures using plaster-silica molds. Solve aesthetic
and technical problems while learning fundamental casting techniques including
clay and wax working, mold making, firing schedules, and everything vitreous.
Experiment and have fun. No experience necessary; beginners welcome.
Kilnforming 1
Tuesdays · 6:00 - 9:00 ·
Erica Rosenfeld has been working in glass since 1997. She has taught at Urban Glass since 2001 and also taught at The Corning Museum and Worcester Center for Crafts and various other studios. She has assisted Klaus Moje, Beth Lipman, Scott Chaseling and CUD. She creates jewelry and sculpture that she shows at galleries, museums and stores internationally. Erica has also been also been a Wheaton Arts Fellow
as well as a MAD studio artist. Her work has been featured in various publications including The New York Times, New Glass Review, Glass
Magazine, New York Magazine, and American Craft Magazine. She is currently represented by Wexler Gallery, Morgan Cont. Glass Gallery
and Sherrie Gallerie and has shown at Heller Gallery and Habitat Chicago. She is also one of the founding members of Burnt Asphalt
Family. www.ericarosenfelddesigns.com
Erica Rosenfeld · Begins Nov 2 - Dec 76 sessions · $425
From small-scale jewelry to large and intricate wall pieces, learn the techniques of
glass cutting, coldworking, fusing, and slumping. Gain a solid foundation for working
with Bullseye glass, get to know the kiln environment, and explore the limitless possibilities
of kilnforming. No experience necessary; beginners welcome.
Mixed-Level Beads
Wednesdays · 6:00 - 9:00 · Amy Lemaire · Begins Nov 3 - Dec 15
6 sessions · $495
Go beyond the basic bead. Discover and master more challenging techniques such
as hollow, encased, textured, sculpted, and blown beads. Explore atypical and
unforeseen procedures for creating unique beads and other jewelry forms. Expand
your skill set to include both soft Effetre as well as hard Borosilicate glass. Open to
beginning and continuing students.
Mastering the Miniature Vessel
Thursdays · 6:00 - 9:00 ·
Lee Silveri was first introduced to working with hot glass early in 1998. Living in serene upstate New York, surrounded by experienced glass blowers, he was able to inherit the fundamentals on which he would base his career. Upon returning to his home in the New York metropolitan area a few years later, he continued absorbing knowledge and proper technique. He has studied under renowned artists such as Harold Eberhart, Emilio Santini, then with Roger Parramore at Pilchuck where he was nominated for the Corning award of excellence. Through the years
he has conducted private lessons helping others understand the craft. He currently maintains a studio just outside of NYC.
Lee Silveri · Begins Nov 4 - Dec 166 sessions · $495
From perfume bottles to bud vases, miniature vessels are fun to make, trade, and
collect. Working on a miniature scale builds patience, solidifies essential flameworking
skills, and opens the door to larger and more elaborate work at the torch. Building
on Flame 1 skills, improve your point-pulling, bubble shaping, puntying, and flaring.
Prerequisite: Flame 1 or equivalent.
Kilnforming 2 (Extension)
Thursdays · 6:00 - 9:00 ·
Laurie Korowitz-Coutu received her BFA from Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY. Laurie has taught at the Craft Student League, NY, Baird Cultural Center, NJ, The Arts-Connection, NY, and UrbanGlass. Her work has been exhibited at the L.H. Selman gallery, and at SOFA New York and SOFA Chicago 2001 to present. Laurie currently lives and works in Brooklyn, NY.
Laurie Korowitz-Coutu · Begins Nov 11 - Dec 91 sessions · $80
If you need a little more time to finish your kilnformed masterpiece, don’t worry!
Additional classroom instruction, work time, and kiln firings are available in the weeks
immediately following Kilnforming 2. Open to continuing students only.
2-4 sessions, $80/session. No online registration available for this extension. Please call to register.Course is full, please call 718-625-3685 to join the waiting list.