3D Stained Glass Metamorphosis " the monarch"

6 days

May Thursday 19,  Friday 20 : 5 to 8 pm

 Saturday 21:  1 to 4 pm

May Thursday 26,  Friday 27 : 5 to 8 pm 

 Saturday 28:  1 to 4 pm

Instructor: Pia Douglas

133.20 members | $148 non- members

Ages: 16 to adults

Metamorphosis

Like all Lepidoptera, monarchs undergo complete metamorphosis;

their life cycle has four phases:

egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Monarchs transition from eggs to adults during warm summer temperatures in as little as 25 days, extending to as many as seven weeks during cool spring conditions.

During their development, both larvae and their milkweed hosts are vulnerable to weather extremes, predators, parasites, and diseases; commonly fewer than 10% of monarch eggs and caterpillars survive.

The metamorphosis from few pieces of glass into this  b...utterly beautiful butterfly will enchante your artistic senses.

This class requires that you  have previously taken a few beginner stained glass classes ( or at the discretion of the instructor) and be in control of your glass cutting acuracy for this 12 inch wing span and 80 pieces. 

 We will guide you at every step of the way to complete your creation!

 Enjoy the art of Stained Glass; cutting, grinding, copper foiling, and soldering are all part of the process. You will without a doubt realize a very special piece of stained glass with YOU as the artist.

This is a long class so be prepared to have something to drink and a snack with you (if you wish). For safety reasons, please make sure that you have closed shoes and your long hair tied-back.

Maximum 8 participants per class.

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or pia@mansfieldartcenter.org 

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Clay Hand Building " my Honey Comb Bee Cup "

Wednesday May18, 2022 

5.30 pm- 7.30pm  

Notice:

Glazing times for any clay classes are available every second and  fourth Saturday of each month from 5pm to 7pm. Please wait 2 weeks for your project to be fired and ready to be  glazed.

 Please wait 1 weeks for your project to be picked up after glazing ans re-fired.

 You can go to "Glazing time" or click on the link to register for "your glazing time."

 Register me for Glazing time!

Instructor Mike Swiderski

Age:  15 years old to adults 

$35.50 members | $39 non-Members

 After the wonderful results of the previous class and by popular demand this class is offered again.

 Some of the loveliest vessels are often the vessels that are uniquely shaped by hand especially when Mike Swiderski , your instructor, carefully, patiently and methodically directs you into making your own vessel. 

Participants will use the hand building method to bring this delightful cup alive.

Bees are part of the design and you can put as many as you want.

You will have fun in using texture, and glazes to decorate your creation and make it your very own.

Don't forget to register for your glazing time where you will have the opportunity to learn how to dip you vessel into glazes the way the potters do or paint your glaze with sroke and coat glazes for a more detailed look.

Can you see  yourself on the patio this coming spring sipping your coffee in your very own made cup!

For the safety of everyone we recommend social distancing and masks are required. we can only accommodate a maximum of 10 people for the class, so register soon!

A waiting list will be available.

Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or george@mansfieldartcenter.org 

Glass Blowing "Funky Succulent Bowl"  with Allison Bloom and Oliver Ray

2 days for your convenience

You must sign up and pay for this class to reserve your space. We will teach students in the order they come to us.

Friday, May 20 starting at 1pm to 6pm (Last guest workshop will be at 5.30 pm)

Saturday, May 21 starting at 10pm to 3pm (Last workshop will be at 2.30 pm)

Age: This event is open to ages 5+. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Funky Succulent Bowl

Make A small succulent bowl with us!

We will show you  how to make a small plant pot for your succulent plants with drainage holes. Very seldom does one uses a blown glass plant holder  but you will have made yours and you will be proud of it !

Observing glass transformation from solid to molten to a beautifully shaped vessel with swirls, and brilliant colors is fascinating to say the least. Now you have an opportunity to learn more about glass blowing and try it yourself. 

Each student will start their experience by learning basic hot shop safety, followed by a discussion of the colors and basic shape they hope to achieve in their glass piece.

For your convenience, the hours of operation have been separated into two sections so the waiting time is less for everyone.

Just walk in between the hours mentionned above. First come, first served so you can watch what others are doing, find your inspiration, and create your own masterpiece!

Intro to Basse Taille

Instructor: Teri Lovett

Saturday May 21

1pm -3pm and 

sunday May 22

1pm -3pm

Ages: adult

Members: $61.20

Non-member: $68

We Welcome teri Lovett in our jewelry program. Teri has a long experience in jewelry making and Enamel. 

This is an introductory class for Basse Baille in jewelry making.

Basse Taille which translates from French as "shallow cut", is a design made on metal most often by carving, engraving, stamping, or engin turning, (textured metal) that is then covered by translucent enamel. 

The recesses formed by incising the design causes the enamel to have different tones, thereby highlighting the design.

in this class we will use textured metal to create our enamel base. Then the enamel will be grade sifted and fired. componants will be available to make a completed piece.

 This technique probably began in Italy in the late 13th to 14th centuries and is also referred to as "translucent enameling".

 We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. Please feel free to contact us: 419.756.1700 or George@mansfieldartcenter.org 

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Intro to Metalsmithing "Formed Metal pendants"

Instructor: Teri Lovett

Saturday  May 21 and  sunday May 22

4pm -7pm both days

Ages: 15 to adult

Members: $48.60 

Non-member: $54

We Welcome teri Lovett in our jewelry program. Teri has a long experience in jewelry making and Enamel as well as teaching. 

This is an introdutory metalsmithing and jewelry making class.

Using copper as your metal you will design and make a pendant. Metal will be cut, edges smothed with files and then shaped. Fold forming and metal shaping techniques, including dapping blocks will be used to form the basis of your piece. when completed, liver of sulfur, borax wash or a torch can be usedto add color to your finished piece. 

Beads or adornments to coordinate with your piece can be brought into the last class. Demonstrations with be given all along the class to help each  and everyone's project.

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. Please feel free to contact us: 419.756.1700 or George@mansfieldartcenter.org 

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Beginner Stained Glass " Cats, dogs, dragonflies, butterflies,birds, flowers, mushrooms or groot " the choice is yours in our magical studio!

By popular demand we have opened another workshop for these adorable "beginner creations"

Tuesday, May 24 5h 30 to 8 pm and

 Wednesday, May 25 5h30 to 8pm 

Instructor: Nicola Noel

46.80 members | $52 non- members

Ages: 14 + to adults

An array of cats, dogs, birds, mushrooms,, butterflies, dragonflies, flowers, birds,  are waiting for you to come alive at the Mansfield Art center.

You choose your favorite one to set in your window or a choice of a stand alone, between a fun cat (by popular demand), a lovely flower, a busy bee, a dove, or a butterfly.... So many choices.

Choosing your colors among hundreds of pieces of glass is a must. Then enjoy the art of Stained Glass; cutting, grinding, copper foiling, and soldering are all part of the process. You will without a doubt realize a very special piece of stained glass with YOU as the artist.

This is a long class so be prepared to have something to drink and a snack with you (if you wish). For safety reasons, please make sure that you have closed shoes and your long hair tied-back.

Maximum 8 participants per class.

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or pia@mansfieldartcenter.org 

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Glass Blowing Garden Globe " with Allison Bloom and Oliver Ray

2 days for your convenience

You must sign up and pay for this class to reserve your space. We will teach students in the order they come to us.

Friday May27 starting at 1m to 6pm (Last guest workshop will be at 5.30 pm)

Saturday May 28 starting at 10 pm to 3 pm (Last workshop will be at 2.30 pm)

Age: This event is open to ages 5 +. Any students 5 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Looking for something to spruce up the Yard? 

Try making a garden globe, this fairly easy to make art piece is what it says it is ...Aglobe that goes in the yard!

They look great !!

Students will learn about color application , heating and cooling, history and science of the craft . All while creating their very own Garden Globe!

Observing glass transformation from solid to molten to a beautifully shaped vessel with swirls, and brilliant colors is fascinating to say the least. Now you have an opportunity to learn more about glass blowing and try it yourself. 

Each student will start their experience by learning basic hot shop safety, followed by a discussion of the colors and basic shape they hope to achieve in their glass piece.

Just walk in between the hours mentionned above. First come first served so you can watch what others are doing, find your inspiration, and create your own masterpiece!

Glazing Time !

Glazing time has been established to allow you to come and glaze your current project and it is for all clay classes given throughout the calendar year.

It is available to you every second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 5 pm to 7pm.

What you need to do ...

1. From the date of your class, please wait 2 weeks for your project to be fired and ready to be glazed.
2. Then register below for the time slot you are wishing to come and glaze your project.
3. Once your project is glazed give us one week to re-fire your project 
4. Come and pick it up!

Thank you for your support and cooperation.