STUDIO Learning Experiences
Please note the location of each class

Late registrations are okay and do not be shy about adding yourself to a waitlist, sometimes spots open up.


LIVE IN-PERSON PROGRAMMING (please note the location of each class)


Mosaic Art (studio class)

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (small class size)

Build a strong foundation in the ancient art form of mosaics using modern tools and materials. Learn to cut glass, properly adhere your tesserae, and finish your work for the best results. Planning, design, selection of materials, and use of hand tools will be covered. Fabrication techniques and tricks of the trade will be shared. Returning students may work on a project of their choice with instructor approval.  

 

Sep 13, 20, 27, Oct 4,11,18 (six weeks) Wed10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. waitlist

Nov 1,8,15, (no class 22), 29, Dec 6, 13 (six weeks) Wed 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. waitlist

Registration:  Register for Classes & Activities (restoncommunitycenter.com)  search term mosaic


Fused Glass (studio class) 405163

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (small class size)

Create several different projects an work with glass in different forms and types.  All projects to be fired after the last class.  Students will be notified when art is available for pickup. Use of tools and materials included in registration fee. Tuition $165 Res / $285 non-Res

Wed 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. (three weeks) Sep 13, 20, 27 waitlist

Registration:  Register for Classes & Activities (restoncommunitycenter.com) search term glass

 

 

Mosaic Art - Beginner to Expert (studio class)

Art League School Torpedo Factory Madison Street Annex, Community Room

Build a strong foundation in the ancient art form of mosaics using modern tools and materials. Learn to cut glass, properly adhere your tesserae, and finish your work for the best results. Planning, design, selection of materials, and use of hand tools will be covered. Fabrication techniques and tricks of the trade will be shared. Returning students may work on a project of their choice with instructor approval.  Tuition $255

A materials fee of $95 is payable to the instructor by the first class.         

Thu am 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (9 weeks) Sep 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16 

Registration Link Thursday morningshttps://www.theartleague.org/class/mosaic-art-beginner-to-expert-4/

Sun pm 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. (9 weeks) Sep 24, Oct 1,8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19

Registration Link Sunday evenings:  https://www.theartleague.org/class/mosaic-art-beginner-to-expert-5/


Tapestry Mosaic (studio)

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (small class size)

If you like bling, this class is for you.  Add a little sparkle to your life or keep it mellow.  We will create using a setting bed and the direct method.  Several design styles and patterning will be discussed.  Learn how to mosaic with glass turned on end, beads, rhinestone chain and more.  This is an instructor led precision project class, packed with tips and tricks.  Mosaic experience recommended, but not required.   

Wed 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8 (six weeks) waitlist

Registration:  Register for Classes & Activities (restoncommunitycenter.com) search term mosaic


Micro Mosaic Jewelry (studio class) 402623

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (small class size)

Create beautiful mosaic jewelry using real millefiori and specialty glass from Italy. All supplies are included in the class fee.

Wed Oct 2510:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. two spots left

Wed Nov 296:30 - 9:30 p.m. waitlist

Registration:  Register for Classes & Activities (restoncommunitycenter.com) search term jewelry


Mosaic Smalti and Stone (studio workshop)

Art League School Torpedo Factory Madison Street Annex, SOHO Community Room

A picture containing mosaic, colorful, chainDescription automatically generatedSmalti has been used for hundreds of years to create beautiful artworks.  The glass is thick and heavily pigmented lending itself to rich, textural art.  Currently produced in different parts of the world, variations will be discussed.  Tools and cutting methods will be demonstrated.  A direct method approach will be taken to create a beautiful work.  Materials fee of $75 due to instructor by first day of workshop.  

Sat Jan 6 10-4 

  Registration Link:  https://www.theartleague.org/workshop/mosaic-smalti-and-stone-workshop-2/


Easy Mosaic Pavers Workshop (studio)

Art League School Torpedo Factory Madison Street Annex, Community Room

Discover your favorite mosaic by creating decorative pavers suitable for outdoor display using four different mosaic methods.  Day one involves creating Materials fee of $50 due to instructor by first day of workshop.  We will break for lunch for 30 minutes.

Sat Mar 16 10-4 Sun Mar 17 6-8:30

  Registration Link:   https://www.theartleague.org/workshop/easy-mosaic-pavers-workshop-2/


Open Glass Studio  4C0010-xx (open studio)

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (limited seating)

This is not a substitute for classes, but an opportunity for independent work with a glass instructor on staff.  Fee is $10 Resident / $20 Non-Resident per day (Includes use of tools, does not include supplies or kiln firing).  Dates are the first and third Sundays of the month year round.  Available reservations posted the 25th of the previous month for Reston residents, and posted on the 1st of the month for non-residents.  If you have any difficulty with registration, please fill out contact form and let me know.

2023 Fall: Sep 17, Oct 1, 15, Nov 5, 19, Dec 3, 17 (12:30 - 4:30) new time

Registration:  Register for Classes & Activities (restoncommunitycenter.com)    search term glass


 

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