Hot Shop Glass, 239 Wisconsin Ave., Racine, WI  53403, 262-833-0095, info@hotshopglass.com
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LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

HOT SHOP GLASS offers glass blowing instruction for beginners to advanced students, group and corporate teambuilding workshops, private instruction and studio rentals and gallery space to showcase the work of emerging regional glass artists. The public is welcome to visit our gallery and observe the action in the studio on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm.

Our classes are popular and can fill quickly. Call (262-833-0095) or e-mail us for more info or to register! We teach classes year round and publish our schedule quarterly.

We offer the following classes (for more information on a class, click on the class you're interested in):

 

EXPLORE GLASS WORKSHOP -- make a paperweight or ornament!

Two hour session, $35 per person. Thursday evenings, Saturdays & some Sundays.


- A perfect 2-hour introduction to working with hot glass.
- Great gift idea. Gift Certificates available! Ages 14 and older.
- Call 262.833.0095 to register.


 

CLASSES

Taught by HOT SHOP GLASS staff, these skill building workshops teach the fundamentals of glass blowing and a teamwork approach to working with hot glass. Two instructors teach a maximum of 6 students per session.

Glass Blowing CLASSES -- learn the skills to blow glass!
BEGINNING GLASSBLOWING 1

Learn the fundamentals of blowing glass through great demonstrations, exercises and time to practice through the creation of several solid and blown glass forms. 6 students / 2 instructors, 12 class hours, $325 per student.Call Hot Shop Glass at 262.833.0095 for more information and registration.

  • OCTOBER/NOVEMBER - Saturday Mornings 10am - 1pm: Oct. 11th, 18th, 25th & Nov. 1st.

BEGINNING GLASSBLOWING 2

Building on the fundamentals learned in Glass 1, expand knowledge of form, color and decorative techniques using optic molds, wraps, handles and feet to enhance blown forms. Twelve class hours, $325 per student.

Call Hot Shop Glass at 262.833.0095 for more information and registration.

  • Scheduled after successful completion of Glassblowing 1, or equivalent.



 

 

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION & RENTALS

Private Classes:
Private classes can be scheduled days, evenings or weekends for those wishing to work individually or with their own partner and individual instructor. All skill levels. Cost is $65 per hour for an instructor and use of one bench & glory hole.

Studio Rental:
Skilled glass blowers may rent the studio and work independently with studio staff approval. Cost is $40 per hour for use of tools, clear glass, annealing space, one bench & one glory hole.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Corporate team building activities, private parties or demonstrations for your group or club are available. Contact us at 262.833.0095 for more information and to plan a unique event!
  • Shop our GALLERY of original blown glass art – great for special gift giving!
  • Custom requests welcome.
  • Our 2nd Anniversary Student Show is here! Great Holiday Gifts!
  • GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!
  • Open to the public every Saturday from 10am to 4pm.
  • Visit us and see the studio in action.

 

First Fridays -- we’re doing demonstrations!
1st Friday of the month, April – September, 6-9pm.


See why we are the hottest place downtown!

Special GALLERY NIGHT event in 2008: November 15! See new work by local glass artists!

Shop our gallery or pick up gift certificates for classes!



Registration Information:
All fees for classes and rentals must be paid in advance. Fees are refundable only if we fill your space with a student on the waiting list. All students must sign a waiver of liability, comply with all studio policy and procedures and be over age 18 unless with the approval of their parent/guardian and Hot Shop Glass staff. Gift Certificates are available!


 

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