Classes / Workshops
 
Kilnfired and Shaping Glass
Instructor: Gene Messick
Dates: Friday, May 2, 2008, 6-9pm
Saturday, May 3, 2008, 9am-4pm
Sunday, May 4, 2008, 1-4pm
Class Size: 6-8 Students
(some knowledge of glass fusing preferred)
Cost: $395.00 pp, materials included

A non refundable deposit of $200 due at registration.

Class Summary: Explore bending and shaping of kiln-fired glass; use existing and self-constructed molds; review glass compatibility, annealing and hot glass assembly techniques. Experiment by producing bowls and low relief work inclusion in stained glass panels. Use of glass enamels as decoration also included.

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Beginning Stained Glass
Instructor: Celia Henigman
Dates: Saturday, May 3, 2008, 9am-4pm
Sunday, May 4, 2008, 1-4pm.
Class Size: 6-10 students
Cost: $495 pp, materials included

A non refundable deposit of $150 due at registration.

Class Summary: Students will have hands on instruction with cutting glass shapes and curves. You will construct a small panel using the copperfoil method. Panel size approx. 9"x20". Explanation of using tools and practice of using tools and safety will be taught during class. Class price includes all tools, glass, chemicals, metals and patterns, etc. File with glass instructions, terminology, historical facts and extra patterns will be given. Question and answer time will be given after completed construction of panel.

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Woodturning 101
Instructor: Don Yost
Dates: First 2 Saturdays of each month
Starting January 6, 2007
Class Size: 2
Cost: $300 pp, materials included

A non refundable deposit of $150 due at registration.

Class Summary: The first session includes training with components, terminology, safety, proper tool use, tool sharpening, spindle turning excercises and spindle projects with hands on instruction. The second session is a review of the first session, green wood bowl turning demo, bowl design and green wood bowl turning project. Each student will leave with a roughed out bowl of green wood ready to dry and complete.

Lathes at the studio are available for hourly rentals for experienced wood turners. Please inquire by calling 478-994-8683.

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Creative Writing
Instructor: Dr. Anne B. Jones
Dates:

Saturday, March 15, 2008
10:00 am-12:00 noon

 
Class Size: Between 5-20 students
Cost: $25 per person

"What a Novel Idea!"- Creative Writing Class Offers Something for Everyone from Beginning to Professional. Includes Questions and Answer Session on "How to Get Published" (Book or Magazine), "One Page Writing Critique" and "Writing Exercises" from 10:00-12:00 - Bring paper and pen.

   
Beginners Concrete Art
Instructor: Bo Baird
Dates:

Friday, May 2nd 6pm - 9pm
and
Sunday, May 4th 11am - 4pm

Class Size: 6-10 students
Cost: 130.00 p. p.( includes all materials),

A non-refundable deposit of $65 is required to reserve a spot in the class.

Class Summary: Students will learn the basics of structural concrete and sculpting. Students will have hands on instruction and will get to take home several completed pieces.

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Portrait Painting w/ live model
Instructor: Marlin Adams
Dates: Mon-Fri. 5-9pm
May 19 - 23rd, 2008
Class Size: 5-10 students
Cost: $395.00 pp
Please bring your own supplies.

A non refundable deposit of $200 due at registration.

Class Summary:Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced welcome. More information coming soon.

   

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Weddings / Receptions / Office / Corporate Events - We offer our facility for a distinctive cultural setting for weddings, receptions, office parties, corporate events. One event per evening gives guests the exclusive access to our special exhibitions. Gallery 51 has in-house audio/visual capabilities & security personel for a flawless evening- Call for rates and reservations.

51 West Adams St, Forsyth, GA 31029  Phone: 478-994-8683  Fax: 478-994-8894

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Also be sure to visit ATG Architectural Art Glass Services, located right next door to Gallery 51.
Please visit their website at http://www.atgstudio.com