Create a handmade glass treasure for your home or transform tiles into a beautiful piece of mosaic artwork ― the choice is yours!

As art forms, glass and mosaics have gone hand in hand for centuries. Churches dating back to the middle ages had their ceiling adorned with intricate mosaic artwork, while stained glass covered the windows. Today, both glass and mosaics provide a unique outlet for artists who have a flair for complexity, colors and shape.

Experience these age-old artforms and create something beautiful. Glass and Mosaics classes are held at Columbia Art Center and welcome new and continuing students.

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Double the Fun: Fused Jewelry and Encaustics Box

in this two day workshop, enjoy exploring fused glass and wax encaustics.  On the first day, you will make 2 fused glass pendants.  On the second day, you will be guided through the encaustics process to apply melted wax to gift boxes for your pendants. 
Program Date
Spring 2024 - Double the... 4/25/2024 - 5/2/2024 View Dates | Register
Spring 2024 - Double th... 4/25/2024 - 5/2/2024 View Dates | Register

Glass Workshop

For ages 17 and up. Designed for Beginners and Continuing Students. Learn basic fused glass or stained glassed techniques. Bring your friends for a fun, creative class. You'll leave with your stained glass creation and fused glass will be ready for pickup within two weeks following the workshop. All supplies included.

Please Note: The cutting workshop does not include a finished project
Program Date
Spring 2024 - Fused Glass Square Bowl 4/27/2024 View Dates | Register
Spring 2024 - Fused Glass Square Bowl 5/11/2024 View Dates | Register
Spring 2024 - Fused Glass Sushi Plate 5/17/2024 View Dates | Register
Spring 2024 - Fused Glass Sushi Plate 5/17/2024 View Dates | Register

Independent Stained Glass Studio Session

Open to students who have taken at least one Columbia Art Center full-session stained glass class, or approval of the instructor. Designed as a weekly independent work session for you to concentrate on your individual glass projects. This is not an instructor lead class, but a facilitator will be present to answer questions. You will have access to hand tools, grinders, and soldering irons. You must supply all other materials. At the beginning of the session, you will be asked to demonstrate your experience with the studio equipment and sign off that you understand and comply with the equipment and clean-up procedures.
Program Date
Spring 2024 - 4/16/2024 - 5/21/2024 View Dates | Register

Introduction to Fused Glass

Learn the fundamentals of fused glass while gaining the knowledge needed to create functional and decorative kiln fired pieces. Topics taught include glass cutting, glass coe, and the different types of firings. Gain the skills necessary to take additional classes. Firings, use of tools, glass, and some supplies are included in the tuition.
Program Date
Spring/Summer 2024 - 5/24/2024 - 6/28/2024 View Dates | Register

Introduction to Stained glass

In this fun introductory stained glass class, learn the copper foil method to create your very own panel. Depending on the pattern you select for your project, there may be some homework between classes. Most supplies are included.
Program Date
Spring 2024 - Introduction to Stained gl... 4/22/2024 - 6/3/2024 View Dates | Register
Spring 2024 - Introduction to Stained g... 4/22/2024 - 6/3/2024 View Dates | Register