Continuing Education

Lampworking Fundamentals Beginning Bead Making   

Come learn the art of glass bead making.
  • Lampworking Fundamentals: Bead Shapes & Decorative Stringer Techniques
  • Fee: $185.00
    Dates: 5/9/2026 - 5/10/2026
    Times: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Days: Su Sa
    Sessions: 2
    Building: Arts Annex
    Room: AA 102
    Instructor: Roger Child
    Practice the art of lampworking! In this hands-on weekend workshop, students will melt colorful glass rods in a torch flame and shape them around a mandrel to create beautiful handmade glass beads. Workshop will cover essential techniques, explore a variety of bead shapes, and explore creative details using stringers to create dots, lines, pinwheels, feathers, and floral patterns. Safety practices and care for tools and equipment will be discussed. Perfect for all levels from beginners to experienced makers—all are welcome!

    Elko in-person class for ages 14 and up. Ages 14 - 17 must attend class with a parent/guardian.

    There will be a break for lunch.
 

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