Youth Classes
Take a field trip to Potekglass!
Visit our studio and learn from a working artist. All ages welcome. Gain insight into craftsmanship, geometry and focus from local artist Malcom Potek. Malcom has spent the past 26 years as a glass artist. Potekglass specializes in education, architectural elements and fine art.
"Thank you for the fun encouraging introduction to glass for our students!" - Susan V, Avail Academy art educator
Teir 1 Field Trip includes:
- Hot glass demos
- Torch practice for each participant
- Studio tour
- Student participation and small keepsake
1 – 25 = $250 1 instructor required
APPROXIMATELY 1.5-2 HOURS
Tier 2 Field Trip includes:
- Full tour and torchwork listed above
- Additional demonstration in fusing glass
- Students create fused glass cabachons
- Setting and firing kiln for student projects
Tier 1 base price plus:
1 –12 = $14 per head
13-25 = $13 per head
APPROXIMATELY 2-2.5 HOURS
Tier 3 Field Trip includes:
- Studio tour
Introduction to glass as a material
Instruction on pattern making, glass cutting, and tools
Operating a small glass torch, and shop safety
Group will work as a team to cut colors, determine patterns and embellish according to personal taste
1-12 = $600 1 instructor required
13 - 25 = $47.50 per head
Approximately 4 hours
