Rodney Andrew Contemporary Glass Artist- Sculptures, Wedding Cake Toppers, Bracelets, Beads, Pendants, Goblets, and Vessals

To the left you will see a list of available classes and the associated descriptions. Below you will see the available classes and dates.

We have a range of experience levels to choose from.

In order to reserve a spot for a class you will need to pay for the class in full. You can reach Rodney via email to reserve a spot and he will return an email with payment instructions. If you can't make it due to a medical emergency, major family illness, death etc. you will recieve a full refund (proof will be required). Under no other circumstances will money be refunded for a class. If we have to cancel a class due to inclement weather conditions we will re-schedule for a later date. We are not responsible for any travel expenses incurred due to class cancellation.

MATERIALS

The cost of materials is included in the price of the class. If you would like to bring your own torch you are more than welcome to. We just need to know upfront so we can set it up the day before the class.

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION

We can accomodate one-on-one tutorials if you're interested. The rate is $50 per hour and there is a 2 hour minimum required.

STUDIO RENTAL

If you would like to rent studio time we rent "torch time" for $15 per hour. This does NOT include the cost of materials. Materials are available for purchase.

DISCOUNTS

If you are a member of the ISGB and have a local chapter that is interested in booking a private class (only open to members of that chapter) I will discount your class if you can bring in 4 or more students.

Beginner

“I JUST WANT TO EXPERIENCE GLASS CLASS”
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Cost: $75
Dates:
March 11th 10 am – 1 pm
March 11th 6 pm – 9 pm
March 25th 10 am – 1 pm
March 25th 6 pm – 9 pm
April 1st 6 pm – 9 pm
April 22nd 10 am – 1 pm
April 22nd 6 pm – 9 pm
May 13th 10 am – 1 pm
May 13th 6 pm – 9 pm
May 27th 10 am – 1 pm
May 27th 6 pm – 9 pm
June 10th 10 am – 1 pm
June 10th 6 pm – 9 pm

This class will consist of 3 hours of instruction and is perfect for the person who just wants a simple experience to see if they like flame working. I will demonstrate techniques in glassblowing, bead making, and making pendants in this class. No experience necessary. All materials provided.

INTRODUCTION TO GLASS BLOWING
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Cost: $175
Dates:
March 27th 9 am – 5 pm
May 8th 9 am – 5 pm

BEGINNER BOROSILICATE BEADS (BORO BEADS)
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Cost $175
Dates:
April 17th 9 am – 5 pm

This class will consist of 8 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of borosilicate beads, learn to utilize a variety of layering techniques and flame control. Students are not required to have any experience for this class. All materials provided.

BASICS OF PENDANTS
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Cost $75
Dates:
March 18th 10 am – 1 pm
March 18th 6 pm – 9 pm
April 1st 10 am – 1 pm
May 6th 10 am – 1 pm
May 6th 6 pm – 9 pm

In this class you will begin to learn how to make a basic mushroom pendant, color spiral and raked pendants. We will learn how to make a loop for the top of the pendant. No experience necessary.

Intermediate

NEXT LEVEL BEADS
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Cost: $75
Dates:
April 8th 10 am – 1 pm
April 8th 6 pm – 9 pm
May 20th 10 am – 1 pm
May 20th 6 pm – 9 pm
June 17th 10 am – 1 pm
June 17th 6 pm – 9 pm

If you have taken the 3 hour just experiencing glass class and would like to build off of your current skill set, this is the perfect class for you. We will begin to study color and design techniques in this class. Some experience necessary.

HEART-SHAPED PENDANTS (OTHER SHAPES AS WELL)
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Cost: $175
Dates:
March 25th 9 am – 5 pm

This class will consist of 8 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of heart-shaped pendants utilizing layering techniques. We will also look at different ways to conserve color as well as learning how to properly work borosilicate color. Students should have some experience to take part in this class.

FRIT AND SPIRAL PENDANTS
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Cost: $75
Dates:
April 15th 6 pm – 9 pm

IMPLOSION PENDANT CLASS

Cost: $ 275
Dates:
March 13th & 14th 9 am – 5 pm

This class will consist of 16 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of implosion pendants in this class, utilizing the tubing reduction technique. Students should have at least one year of experience to sign up for this class. All materials provided.

BOTANICAL/ORCHID PENDANT CLASS
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Cost: $375
Dates:
June 2nd & 3rd 9 am – 5 pm

This class will consist of 16 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of floral pendants in this class, utilizing a variety of techniques. Students should have at least one year of experience to sign up for this class. All materials provided.

INSIDE-OUT BEADS (HOLLOW BLOWN BEADS)
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Cost: $295
Dates:
June 12th & 13th 9 am – 5 pm

This class will consist of 16 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of inside-out beads and pendants, utilizing various flaring and layering techniques. Students should have at least one year of experience to sign up for this class. All materials provided.

INTRODUCTION TO PERFUME BOTTLES

Cost: $275
Dates:
June 26th – 27th 9 am – 5 pm

This class will consist of 16 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of perfume bottles, utilizing glassblowing techniques. Students should have at least one year of experience to sign up for this class.

SCULPTURE 101

Cost: $175
Dates:
May 12th 9 am – 5 pm

In this class we will focus on freeform sculpting using classic flameworking techniques. Demonstrations will include: sea turtles, tropical fish, coral and more. No experience is required for this class. However, you will get more out of this class is you have some experience.

CHECK MATE
Cost: $175
Dates:
June 5th 9 am – 5 pm

CHRISTMAS IN JULY ORNAMENTS
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Cost: $175
Date:
July 17th 9 am – 5 pm

Be ready for Christmas by taking a class on how to make Christmas ornaments. This class will consist of 8 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of Christmas ornaments in this class, utilizing solid and blown techniques. Students should have at least one year of experience to sign up for this class. All materials provided.

Advanced

ADVANCED IMPLOSION PENDANTS
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Cost: $295
Dates:
March 13th - 14th 9 am – 5 pm
May 22nd - 23rd 9 am – 5 pm

This class will consist of 16 hours of instruction. We will explore form and design of implosion pendants in this class, utilizing the tubing reduction technique. This class should only be taken by students who have working knowledge of how to make a basic implosion pendant. Students should have at least 2 years of experience to sign up for this class. All materials provided.

ADVANCED BOROSILICATE BEADMAKING

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This class will consist of 16 hours of instruction. We will explore form, design, and intensive color studies. Students should have at least one year of experience to sign up for this class. All materials provided.