Glass Fusing & Metals Classes at Maryland Hall

The Glass Studio at MD Hall is one of our most engaging spaces where natural light filters in and kilns hum along turning students' work into masterful glass displays. Our Teaching Artists are accommodating to all levels of students by offering classes for all skills levels and ages including traditional classes, workshops to "just try it," family workshops and children's classes.

This Season's Glass Fusing & Metals Classes

  • Instructor Name
    Kathie Perry Lynch
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $200
    Non-Member Price
    $225

    In this 3 week class, we will explore fun glass techniques like tie-dye, batik and crackle! We will make part-sheets to create a larger project of your choosing. We will also do some "cold" work with the glass grinder, tile saw and our new lap grinder! Includes all materials fees($ 60-75). For more information contact information, please contact the instructor at klynch6424@icloud.com. No class on March 15.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $120
    Non-Member Price
    $145

    In this three week class students will get to explore techniques in patterns, flow and textures in glass. Students will create pattern bars, flow bars, bacon bars, part sheets, and be introduced to the vitrigraph kiln. This class will create parts and pieces to be used in creating a final project piece such as a glass dish, or free standing project. All skill levels are welcome. A materials fee of $70 will be due to the teacher at the beginning of the first class.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $120
    Non-Member Price
    $145

    In this week class students will get to explore techniques in patterns, flow and textures in glass. Students will create pattern bars, flow bars, bacon bars, part sheets, and be introduced to the vitrigraph kiln. This class will create parts and pieces to be used in creating a final project piece such as a glass dish, or free standing project. All skill levels are welcome. A materials fee of $70 will be due to the teacher at the beginning of the first class.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    6+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $35
    Non-Member Price
    $60

    Children of all ages will enjoy working with a parent to arrange brightly colored pieces of glass which will be heated in a kiln to fuse them together to make their favorite Pokemon characters and mindcraft creatures. They can be made into glass jewelry, nightlights, coasters or suncatchers. This is the perfect chance to capture your favorite characters in a new medium. Projects will require overnight cooling and will be available for pick up the following week. A materials fee of $5 per project will be due at the end of class. Bring pictures of your favorite characters for reference. Go to www.flickr.com/photos/marylandhallglassfusing/ to see examples and class projects. (Parents should register just the child for this class, not themselves.)

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $150
    Non-Member Price
    $175

    Learn the basic method of weaving with glass. You will learn how to design and form glass in the kiln which will be used to form a textured glass weave using glass strips and stringers. The woven piece will be shaped to look like fabric. Your pieces will be 6 by 6inches. Material fee is $40

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    6+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $35
    Non-Member Price
    $60

    Children of all ages will enjoy working with a parent to arrange brightly colored pieces of glass to create nightlights, suncatchers or jewelry. Projects will require overnight cooling and will be available for pick up the following week. A materials fee of $5 per project will be due at the end of class. Bring pictures of your favorite bugs, butterflies or pets for inspiration. (Parents should register just the child for this class, not themselves.)

  • Instructor Name
    Kathie Perry Lynch
    Ages
    12+, adult
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $85
    Non-Member Price
    $110

    In the 1 day workshop, students will learn the basics of glass cutting and the tools required. Students will use glassfrit and stringers to create a 3" by 10" glass totem that will be glued to a metal base. Projects will be picked up at a later date. Price includes all materials.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    6+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $35
    Non-Member Price
    $60

    Children of all ages will enjoy working with a parent to arrange brightly colored pieces of glass which will be heated in a kiln to fuse them together to make glass jewelry, nightlights, coasters or suncatchers. This is the perfect chance to make a gift for Mother's or Father's Day. Projects will require overnight cooling and will be available for pick up the following week. A materials fee of $5 per project will be due at the end of class. Go to www.flickr.com/photos/marylandhallglassfusing/ to see examples and class projects.

  • Instructor Name
    Kathie Perry Lynch
    Ages
    12+, adult
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $80
    Non-Member Price
    $105

    In this 1 day workshop, students will make and decorate a 6" fish using glass frit and stringers. The fish will be fused and then adhered to a wooden base. Projects can be picked up at a later date. Price includes all supplies.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $150
    Non-Member Price
    $175

    Learn the basic method of weaving with glass. You will learn how to design and form glass in the kiln which will be used to form a textured glass weave using glass strips and stringers. The woven piece will be shaped to look like fabric. Your pieces will be 6 by 6inches. Material fee is $40.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $60
    Non-Member Price
    $85

    Beginner class for all ages including how to decorate and layer the art glass using stencils, stringers, confetti, repurposed glass, and frit to form a beautiful Sushi /Appetizer plate with companion Wasabi or sauce dish. Simple instructions helps all students create these plates by designing from their own imagination, with help as needed from instructor. No experience necessary. Material fee of $15 due at the beginning of class. No cutting required. Pre-cut art glass, design elements and 2 firings included. (Chopsticks not included.) For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    8 to adult
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $35
    Non-Member Price
    $60

    Beginner class for all ages including how to decorate and layer the art glass using stencils, stringers, confetti, repurposed glass, and frit to form a beautiful glass suncatcher. Simple instructions helps all students create these plates by designing from their own imagination, with help as needed from instructor. No experience necessary. Material fee is $5 per project.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117B
    Member Price
    $175
    Non-Member Price
    $200

    In this open studio styled workshop, you can continue working on projects under the supervision of an experienced instructor. You choose your projects. This class is a great way to get a refresher, have your questions answered, or get help with more advanced projects. We can provide the instruction and extra motivation you need to get that project done! Materials fee based on individual projects. EIGHT weeks of fun, laughter and GLASS! For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $175
    Non-Member Price
    $200

    In this open studio styled workshop, you can continue working on projects under the supervision of an experienced instructor. You choose your projects. This class is a great way to get a refresher, have your questions answered, or get help with more advanced projects. We can provide the instruction and extra motivation you need to get that project done! Materials fee based on individual projects. EIGHT weeks of fun, laughter and GLASS! For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $60
    Non-Member Price
    $85

    Looking to explore a new medium and try something new? Well this class is for you! Students will be introduced to kiln fused glass by creating an abstract coral bowl. The fused glass art composition is beautiful enough to display in your home or use as a gift for someone special. Using recycled glass, frit, powders, confetti, stringers and noodles design your own glass dish or wall hanging. This class is appropriate for beginners or glass artists with some experience. A materials fee of $15 will be due at the beginning of class. Projects will be fired after the workshop and available for pick up the following week. For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    8 and up
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $35
    Non-Member Price
    $60

    Children of all ages will enjoy working with a parent to arrange brightly colored pieces of glass which will be heated in a kiln to fuse them together to make their favorite Pokemon characters and mythical creatures. They can be made into glass jewelry, nightlights, coasters or suncatchers. This is the perfect chance to capture your favorite characters in a new medium. Projects will require overnight cooling and will be available for pick up the following week. A materials fee of $5 per project will be due at the end of class. Bring pictures of your favorite characters for reference. Go to www.flickr.com/photos/marylandhallglassfusing/ to see examples and class projects. (Parents should register just the child for this class, not themselves.)

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $60
    Non-Member Price
    $85

    Looking to explore a new medium and try something new? Well this class is for you! Students will be introduced to kiln fused glass by creating an abstract coral bowl. The fused glass art composition is beautiful enough to display in your home or use as a gift for someone special. Using recycled glass, frit, powders, confetti, stringers and noodles design your own glass dish or wall hanging. This class is appropriate for beginners or glass artists with some experience. A materials fee of $15 will be due at the beginning of class. Projects will be fired after the workshop and available for pick up the following week. For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    6+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $35
    Non-Member Price
    $60

    Children of all ages will enjoy working with a parent to arrange brightly colored pieces of glass to create nightlights, suncatchers or jewelry. Projects will require overnight cooling and will be available for pick up the following week. A materials fee of $5 per project will be due at the end of class. Bring pictures of your favorite bugs, butterflies or pets for inspiration. (Parents should register just the child for this class, not themselves.)

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $60
    Non-Member Price
    $85

    Beginner class for all ages including how to decorate and layer the art glass using stencils, stringers, confetti, repurposed glass, and frit to form a beautiful Sushi /Appetizer plate with companion Wasabi or sauce dish. Simple instructions helps all students create these plates by designing from their own imagination, with help as needed from instructor. No experience necessary. Material fee of $15 due at the beginning of class. No cutting required. Pre-cut art glass, design elements and 2 firings included. (Chopsticks not included.) For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

  • Instructor Name
    Clare Shepherd
    Ages
    16+
    Room Number
    117A
    Member Price
    $35
    Non-Member Price
    $60

    Adult create your own night lights or coaster set. Projects will require overnight cooling and will be available for pick up the following week. A materials fee of $15 for either 4 coasters or 3 nightlights due at the end of class. Bring pictures for inspiration.