Explore the art of welding with found objects in this one-day workshop. Start the class with a visit to a local scrap yard where you’ll learn how to identify weldable metals for your project. After a lunch break, you’ll learn how to use a MIG welder and hand tools to create your own found object sculpture. Be prepared to walk in an industrial setting; gloves and boots/work shoes are highly advised. Prerequisite: Welding Basics or equivalent experience.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in theĀ Welding Studio, Building 4.
Create a classic diamond-bevel suncatcher while learning the fundamentals of stained glass. You will be introduced to the traditional copper foil method, along with lead came and patina techniques to give your piece a polished finish. Build confidence by learning essential stained glass skills, including cutting straight lines, safe tool use, grinding, foiling, soldering, and finishing. The timeless diamond design is ideal for beginners and offers a great introduction to clean, accurate glass cutting. Closed-toe shoesĀ required.
Pumpkin Palooza: Make Your Own Flameworked Pumpkin
Oct 11
Sunday
Member: $45.00
/ Non-Member: $45.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorksā 12th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kidsā activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins ā or make your own in our Flameworking Studio with assistance from our professional artists.
Get some hands-on experience with flameworking as you learn how to work with a torch to melt and shape glass, add color, and sculpt it into a glass pumpkin.
Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio. Completed work will be ready within 2-3 weeks following the event. You will receive an email when your work is ready for pick up!
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Pumpkin Palooza: Make Your Own Fall Wreath
Oct 11
Sunday
Member: $20.00
/ Non-Member: $20.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: All Ages, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorksā 12th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kidsā activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins ā or make your own fall themed wreath from materials and fabrics at GoggleWorks!
You’re welcome to bring any materials and pieces from home that you want to incorporate into your wreath!
Up to 4 people can work on one wreath together.Ā
This workshop will be held in Classroom 301, on the 3rd floor of GoggleWorks.Ā
Age: All Ages, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Pumpkin Palooza: Make Your Own Hot Glass Pumpkin
Oct 11
Sunday
Member: $55.00
/ Non-Member: $55.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Youth and Teen, Teen Friendly (14+), Adult
GoggleWorksā 12th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kidsā activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins ā or make your own in our Glassblowing Studio with assistance from our professional artists.
Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio. Completed work will be ready within 1-2 weeks following the event. You will receive an email when your work is ready for pick up.
Age: All Ages, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
GoggleWorksā 12th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kidsā activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins ā or make your own block printed tote bag in our Print Studio!
Age: All Ages, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+), Adult
Figure Drawing Crash Course
Oct 12
/ 1 session
Monday
/ 6–8pm
Member: $59.50
/ Non-Member: $70.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Adult
This workshop will teach the basics of drawing the human figure from a live model. Through several guided drawing exercises, instructor Lee Shannon will introduce methods for drawing a human quickly and accurately. Note: This class will involve working with a live nude model. Students must be 18+.
Shared art materials will be provided in the studio for most classes. Personal supplies can be purchased at ourĀ Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
Using beginner level skills, learn how to handbuild coils and slabs of clay and transform them into a woven basket. You will learn how to use molds to help support your piece to create a unique basket for your table or kitchen. Please wear clothes you donāt mind getting dirty.
Turnaround time for ceramics can be a fewĀ weeks. Once the pieces are ready forĀ pick up, youāll receive an email from ourĀ Programs team letting you know.
Class will be held in the Ceramics Auxiliary Classroom 301, on the 3rd floor of GoggleWorks.Ā
Have you worked in glassblowing before? Refine your glassblowing skills by developing personal goals while working independently, or with a partner, on a self-directed project. Your instructor will help you problem solve and confront the challenges of intermediate/advanced glass work. Please bring your own water bottle!
Have a group of 4 or more?Ā Turn up the heat, gather yourĀ family and friends and book an exclusive, hands-on glassblowing workshop with us! Find detailsĀ here.Ā Minimum of 4 required.
For the new learner or the experienced learner wanting a refresh, we’ll go over basic application techniques for traditional transparent watercolors and opaque gouache, touching on subjects like mixed media and understanding how to use color as well.
Shared art materials will be provided in the studio for most classes. Personal supplies can be purchased at ourĀ Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
Learn the fundamentals of crochet in this beginner-friendly class designed for complete newcomers. You will practice essential techniques including holding the hook and yarn, creating basic stitches, and focusing on making granny squares. By the end of the course, you will have completed a beginner project and gained the skills needed to continue crocheting independently.