Glass meets Metal (Ages 12-18), Wednesday, August 5 (9am-1pm)

Wednesday: August 5th
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Instructor: Eli Zilke 

Glass & Metal Sculpture – Summer Youth Class (Ages 12–18)

Combine copper metal, and molten glass in this exciting one-day workshop! In this hands-on class, students will design and create a metal “cage” structure that becomes the framework for a unique glass sculpture.

Students will begin by shaping and assembling a metal form that will act as the outer structure of their piece. Once the cage is complete, they’ll move to the hot shop where molten glass is gathered from the furnace and carefully blown into the metal framework. As the glass expands, it fills and interacts with the metal structure, creating a dynamic, one-of-a-kind sculptural form.

This process introduces students to both metalworking and glassblowing while exploring how these two materials work together in contemporary sculpture. Throughout the workshop, students will work under the guidance of experienced instructors who will demonstrate techniques and ensure a safe and supportive studio environment.

The result is a striking sculpture that captures the energy of both materials and the creativity of the student who made it.

Ages: 12–18. No experience required. All materials provided.

Projects made during this experience will be picked up at a later date.  WSG staff will contact students when projects are ready for pick-up.

Please Note: Cancellations made at least one week prior to the class will be fully refunded. Cancellations made the week of the class will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to the class will not be refunded.

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THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS APPLY TO ALL STUDENTS IN ALL WATER STREET GLASSWORKS CLASSES AND STUDIOS, REGARDLESS OF EXPERIENCE:

• Long pants/jeans are required. No Shorts.
• Wear only natural fiber fabrics; 100% cotton is recommended.
• Wear closed toed, non-skid shoes and socks. No sandals.
• Wear long sleeved shirts or short sleeves with arm protection. Kevlar sleeves are provided.
  
• Long hair must be tied back