GlassRoots Fellowship Exhibition, in the Sally D. Francisco Gallery from August 23rd through September 23rd with an opening reception from 4-6pm on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 with artist presentations following at 7pm. In its second year, this exhibition is a showcase of the collaboration between GlassRoots and Peters Valley that follows the artistic development of 7 […]
Instructor: Diana Baird N’Diaye September 3-4 Throughout time and across the globe, human beings have created, worn, and exchanged jewelry imbued with their longings, their aspirations, their sense of belonging, their desire for protection, and healing. In communities where writing is revered, mark making and the use of meaningful texts are at the core (literally […]
Instructor: James Blake September 3-4 Whether you have never fused glass in a kiln before, or just need a weekend to finish a piece you've been working on, join us for this weekend focused on fusing and slumping. Those with no experience should expect to complete one large or a few small decorative/functional pieces. Please […]
Instructor: Barry Gross September 3-4 Even if you have never made a pen before, Barry will make you feel at home in this course! A quick overview of what tools are necessary to make pens will be discussed and then the instructor will demonstrate how to make a pen from beginning to end. You will […]
Instructor: MJ Tyson September 10-11 Come learn an ancient method for casting sterling silver forms. This process involves making one-time use molds from the internal shell of the cuttlefish, a soft natural material that has been used by jewelers for centuries. Impressions can be made in the cuttlefish bone using a firm model “original” or […]
Instructor: Dennis Fuge Ages 13-17 Learn all the fundamentals of woodturning and understand the capabilities of a lathe and the wonderful items that can be turned very quickly. Dennis will discuss the basics of both spindle and bowl turning. The discussions will include lathes, tools, sharpening, safety, body and hand positioning, the best cuts to […]