Studio Rentals

Water Street Glassworks is a public access studio and we currently offer rental  time in our Glassblowing, Fusing and Mosaic Arts, and Flameworking, . Rentals are by appointment and sign-up is required no less than one day prior. We are not a drop in studio and payment is due at sign-up.

Contact our Studio Manager, Eli Zilke at eli@waterstreetglassworks.org or 269.925.5555 to schedule studio rental at least 1 day in advance.

 

 

Glassblowing

Glassblowing studio rental hours are available to students who have successfully completed Glassblowing 3  at WSG (or equivalent from another studio) and can safely demonstrate a proficient level of skill. New renters may contact the office for an interview. Sign-up with a partner or one can be found for you. Tools are provided and renters need to bring their own color.

$75 per session / per person / shared bench or $150 solo.

Limit: 4 renters per session.  

 

 

Beadmaking studio

Flameworking / Beadmaking

Studio rental is available for students that have successfully completed Flameworking 1 (12 & up).

Glass rods, tools and supplies are included. 

There is no formal instruction during studio rental. 

Hot Head Torch Rental: $15/hour
Minor Torch Rental: $15/hr (previous experience with the minor torch required 

 

 

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Fusing and Mosaic 

To rent the Fusing  or Mosaics studio, you must have completed Beginning Fused Glass and be age 12 or older or with faculty approval.  There is no formal instruction during studio rental.

Bring your own supplies, use our tools and leave your projects to be fired for a fee.  We’ll make it easy for you!  Times are by appointment or during Flat Glass Open Studio Days.

Studio Rental: $15/hour
Firing Fees:
- $25 / Small Kiln
- $50 / Large Kiln

 

 

 Contact our Studio Manager, Eli Zilke at eli@waterstreetglassworks.org or 269.925.5555 to schedule studio rental at least 1 day in advance.