September 2022 Newsletter
Upcoming glass classes, lunar phase bowls, and Cappy Thompson
Art in the Shop: Lunar Series Cast Bowls
Lunar Moon Phase 1 cast and slumped bowl by Malcom Potek
Lunar Bowls is new series I have begun. New Moon and Phase 1 are complete. These are two pieces in a series of 8. - Malcom Potek
Please reach out if you are interested in having both, or just one, of these lunar bowls in your home!
Artist in the World: Cappy Thompson
Lord Shiva Grants Me a Boon
1993
Vitreous enamels reverse-painted on blown glass
21.25" x 12.25" x 12.25"
“I started by designing and painting glass panels based on the narrative content of mythology, fables and folktales, drawn in oblique projection, with transparent jewel-like colors. Later I painted similar narratives on glass vessels. About fifteen years ago I found myself moving away from mythological narrative and toward compositions on vessels that drew upon images and themes from my personal life. Elements would drift up and assemble into picture-poems that seemed to have a life of their own. This began an autobiographical exploration of world culture and spirituality that continues to the present. I see now, after more than three decades of work, that I am like those medieval painters striving to express magnificence and beauty. But my expression focuses on the human experience of goodness, of hope and of love.”
- Cappy Thompson
Public art installation at Seattle Tacoma International Airport.
"I Was Dreaming of Spirit Animals"
2003
Vitreous enamels on glass, 33' x 90'
Dreamscape: Three Aspects of My Soul
2009
Vitreous enamels reverse-painted on glass mounted to brushed metal panel
23" x 29"
Upcoming Classes at Potekglass
Basics from Boron Try-iT! Torch Class
Saturday, September 17th
10a - 1pm
3-hour class
Cost: $95
Member Price: $69
Discover the sculptural potential of durable Borosilicate named for the element boron, which is added as a flux to create an American hard glass! This try-it will explore torchwork basics and each skill taught will culminate in a project after hands-on practice. You will learn to gather molten glass to create a small paperweight, smash and twirl a gather into an icicle ornament and experiment with glassblowing to create a small figure. This beginner sessions intended to introduce a glass-working approach and open your eyes to the creative potential of glass!
This course certifies you to join Torch Open Studio and Free Glass Friday Sessions at Potekglass.
Beginner Level Class + Torch Certifying
Cracking the Kiln Code: Fusing and Slumping
Starts on Saturday, November 5th
10a - 1p (4 week course)
3-hour class sessions, 4 sessions
Cost: $175
Member Price: $157.50
Simple to start endless in its potential; kiln-forming is to glass what conducting is to instruments.
In this 4-week survey course, students will take away a foundational knowledge of kiln forming glass from tack-firing to fusing to slumping, basic mold making, how to build kiln furniture, ways to test a kiln for cold or hot spots, and how to run various heating schedules to achieve a successful end result.
Additional class cost for glass, tools, and supplies will range from $120 - $300 depending on glass selection.
This course certifies you to join Kiln Open Studio and Free Glass Friday Sessions at Potekglass.
Beginner Level Class + Kiln Certifying
Beginning Stained Glass Classes
Starts on Thursday, October 13th
6p - 8p (4 week Course)
2-hour class, 4 sessions
Cost: $115
Member Price: $103.50
Learn the basics of stained glass from start to finish using the copper foil method. We'll teach you pattern preparation, cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering, framing and finishing. Stop in before the first class to pick out a pattern, pick out and purchase your glass, and your beginner kit ($179.27 - which is a 10% discounted price for enrolled students).
There will also be supplies and tools to purchase each week to take you through the creation process (approx. $140). Students will have homework each week, and opportunity to work in the shop.
No experience necessary. No Requirements - Beginner level class
Free Glass Friday!
Open Torch and Kiln Sessions
Every Friday 11:00a - 3:00p
$35 non-members / $25 members
This includes 4 hours on our equipment with free glass provided for kiln, soft glass, and boron artists. Bring your own tools, or borrow ours!
The glass provided for the kiln session is all Bullseye COE 90 (stringer and sheet scraps). Italian soft glass, borosilicate glass, and bullseye glass are all available for torch session!
Don't miss our Slump & Tack Firing: Last Friday of every month!
Retail in the Shop: Bullseye Glass Price Increase!
Shop online at potekglass.com or stop by the studio before 9/21 to receive current Bullseye pricing on all your favorite COE 90 sheet glass, ThinFire shelf paper, glastac, frit, double curve molds, and more!
Message from The Team at Bullseye:
"During 2022 we have continued to see large increases in almost every aspect of our manufacturing expenses, natural gas, oxygen, raw materials, packaging, shipping and labor. In response we need to raise prices 7.7% on all glass products and Bullseye supplies. Thank you for understanding and ongoing support."
Music Highlight
If you've been by the studio, you know Malcom loves to fill our sunny space with his favorite music. This is anything from Herbie Hancock to Erykah Badu. We think he has pretty good musical taste. So I'm sure you're wondering, What is Malcom listening to now?
Answer is, Kamasi Washington! Who was just in town at the Dakota back in August. Malcom recommends checking out his album from 2015: The Epic.
