January 2021 Newsletter

Custom Glass, Classes, and Artistic Inspirations

As we usher in the new year, Potekglass continues to offer creative glass art projects, exciting classes, and community engagement. This January, we are featuring a new commissioned work and looking forward to continuing the glass-making journey with both new and seasoned artists.

Art in the Shop: NZB Attorneys at Law – "Bright Moments for Pangea"
This new commission, created for Nancy Zalusky Berg, reflects the interconnectedness of her global practice, particularly her work with high-conflict cases involving children. Through light and glass, the piece symbolizes movement, unity, and her passionate commitment to making the world a better place. Nancy's values and vision come to life in this abstract artwork that captures the complexities of her mission.

Art in the World: Preston Singletary – Rethinking Tradition
Renowned glass artist Preston Singletary combines Tlingit tradition with modern glass design. His "Tlingit Dancing Staff" sculpture, which features iconic symbols of Tlingit culture—the raven and the wolf—explores the intersection of ancestral beliefs and contemporary artistic expression. Additionally, Singletary’s Mosquito piece, part of the Confluence exhibition, uses glass to reinterpret indigenous culture through bold, intricate designs. His work continues to redefine what indigenous art can be.

Upcoming Classes at Potekglass
We’re starting the year off with new and exciting glass classes for beginners and advanced students alike:

• Softglass 101: 4-Weeks of Lines, Dots, Barrels & Beads!
  January 14, 21, 28 & February 4 | Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
  This intermediate class focuses on creating precise patterns and decorative surface designs using soft glass. Students will explore techniques for making rondels, spheres, and cylinders while learning to apply precious metal glass and silver foil. The second half will focus on transforming beads into bi-cones and tapers, with an emphasis on line, pattern, and raised scroll work.

• Kiln Try-It!
  February 13 | Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  Learn the basics of kiln-forming by cutting patterns out of sheet glass, making frit, and fusing them in the kiln to create a glass ring dish. A perfect introductory class for those new to kiln work.

• Open Torch and Kiln Session
  February 13 | Time: 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  For certified participants, this session provides four hours of hands-on work with torch equipment or a kiln. Glass supplies are not included but are available for purchase at the shop.

Shop Retail: Used Equipment
Looking to expand your glass-making tools? We have gently used equipment available for purchase:

• Used Nortel Minor Burner – $105
• Oxygen & Propane Regulator Set – $75

Potekglass Hours
TUESDAY – SATURDAY: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
THURSDAY: Open Until 8:00 PM
MONDAY: Closed
SUNDAY: Closed

For more information or to book a class, call us at 612-281-7243 or email info@potekglass.com. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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