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# Sonoran Glass School

Glass Art Education, Experiences, and Events in Tucson

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- [Friday Date Night](https://sonoranglass.org/friday-date-night/) - Friday Date Nights Plan a super memorable date! Bring a friend, partner, or family member to create glass art together. You will be provided all materials and guidance from one of our talented instructors and your projects will be ready to take home a week after your experience (just in time for the second date!).Note: Groupon
- [SGS @ Roadies Tucson](https://sonoranglass.org/roadiestucson/) - We're heading to Midtown! Learn about fused glass in these beginner friendly classes we are hosting at Roadies (4811 E. Grant Road, Suite 131)! You will use colored pieces of sheet glass and tools to assemble a project that will be fired in a kiln, forming a one of a kind artwork. These classes require no prior
- [Upcoming Classes](https://sonoranglass.org/upcoming-classes/) - Upcoming Outreach Classes Our commitment to making glass art accessible includes bringing glass into the community. We have partnered with many local organizations to bring classes, demonstrations, and informational events to our neighboring areas. New this summer: We are hosting glass fusing classes at Roadies, a midtown entertainment venue that has so many fun activities
- [Summer at SGS](https://sonoranglass.org/summer-at-sgs/) - Starting July 1st, we will be switching to summer hours and programming! Our Hot Shop will be turned off for the summer, but our warm and flame shop have tons of exciting experiences, classes, and events to check out. We will be open to the public Thursday 11am-6pm, Friday 11am-8pm, and Saturday 11am-6pm with private classes on Tuesdays as well.
- [Camp Fuego](https://sonoranglass.org/camp-fuego/) - CAMP FUEGO at the Sonoran Glass School is back! Explore glass art in these week-long summer camps! Learn the skills, apply STEM concepts, make projects to take home, and discover your inner creative side. Week 1: June 8th through 12thTEEN (Ages 13-18) – limited to 8 participants9am-4pm with a lunch break at 12pm (lunch not
- [Drawn to Glass](https://sonoranglass.org/drawn-to-glass/) - The Sonoran Glass School is proud to announce our first annual competition for young artists! We are inviting youth ages 8-18 to submit a drawing to be transformed into glass. Using a furnace, torch, kiln, or coldworking tools our artists will use the drawings to create them in real life out of glass.
- [Open Studio](https://sonoranglass.org/open-studio/) - Open Studio Learn in a collaborative environment during these open studio hours. Join other artists to use the studio - all tools and equipment are available for use and glass is available for purchase. Flame Shop Last Saturday of the month, 3 hour reservations for $40 See what other torch workers are up to! Collaborate
- [Pumpkin Fiesta](https://sonoranglass.org/pumpkin-fiesta/) - Our Annual Pumpkin Fiesta is back!Fridays and Saturdays from 9am-5pm October 17th through November 1st Come explore hundreds of colorful hand-made glass pumpkins, enjoy live glassblowing demonstrations and make your own fall-themed glass projects at Sonoran Glass School’s Annual Pumpkin Fiesta. Visitors can shop for seasonal glass art housewares and gifts in a festive fall
- [Fall Kickoff Party](https://sonoranglass.org/elementor-90027/) - 9/5 Fall Season Kickoff + Fundraiser Party
- [Danny White](https://sonoranglass.org/danny-white/) - Demonstration + Lecture with Danny White April 26th 4-6pmFREE Danny White (known as @ethan_windy online) is a distinguished glass artist known for his unique, light-hearted glass sculptures. Combining torchworking with hot glass, he creates whimsical sculptures characterized by narrative and storytelling. He is visiting the Sonoran Desert from Seattle, WA and will be creating a
- [Henry Halem](https://sonoranglass.org/henry-halem/) - Public Lecture: From the Factory to the Studio March 22nd, 2-3pm FREE Alice Chaiten Baker Center for Art Education at the Tucson Museum of Art 166 W Alameda St, Tucson, AZ 85701 This historical photo presentation by Henry Halem, Glass Artist and Prof. Emeritus, Kent State University, traces the demise of the American glass factory to
- [Dorian Bouhuys](https://sonoranglass.org/dorian-bouhuys/) - Visiting Artist Workshop & Lecture - Dorian Bouhuys Marble Maze Workshop with Dorian BouhuysMarch 24 - 27th, 2025 9:00am-6:00pm In this class students will learn to make a color or clear borosilicate marble maze. Dorian will cover the process of preparing borosilicate colored tubing and bending the colored tubing into a marble maze that a
- [Spring Open House](https://sonoranglass.org/spring-open-house/) - Explore our studios, gallery, and sculpture garden during our Spring Open House. Shop for handmade glass flowers, sculptures, and more. Schedule a make-your-own experience to create glass artworks of your own! We will also be featuring many the work of local glass artists with beautiful items for sale.
- [Year of Glass](https://sonoranglass.org/year-of-glass/) - Celebrating 2025 - Tucson's Year of Glass 2025 is a landmark year for Tucson! We’re commemorating the 50th anniversary of glassblowing in our city, a legacy ignited by visionary artist Tom Philabaum. He opened Tucson’s first glassblowing studio in 1975, forever changing the artistic landscape of our region. 25 years after he opened his studio,
- [Glassblowing with Richard Royal](https://sonoranglass.org/richard-royal/) - This workshop will include demonstrations and instruction by world renowned artist Richard Royal. He will emphasize and focus on effective and efficient glassblowing techniques to help students realize better versions of their creative ideas. This includes color applications, gathering and clear communication with assistants. Richard will be discussing the originations and processes of his work as it’s being made.
- [Winter Open House](https://sonoranglass.org/winter-open-house/) - Explore our studios, gallery, and sculpture garden during our Winter Open House. Shop for handmade glass ornaments, candy canes, sculptures, and more. Schedule a make-your-own experience to create glass artworks of your own!
- [Tucson Glass Tour](https://sonoranglass.org/tucson-glass-tour/) - Spend an afternoon getting to know the local glass scene. In this free self guided tour, you are invited to visit the casting studio of Michael and Margaret Joplin at Design Collaborations, explore the history of glass arts in Tucson at the Philabaum Glass Gallery, and hear about glass art education at the Sonoran Glass School.
- [Fall 2024 Open House](https://sonoranglass.org/fall-2024-open-house/) - Summer is almost over, but things are just heating up over at the Sonoran Glass School! Join us as we reopen the school for fall, with a full schedule of classes, events, and new glass projects for you to discover. Enjoy live demonstrations of glass blowing, contribute to our collaborative fused glass piece, and see what's on the calendar for Fall.
- [Trading Places Fundraiser // November 14](https://sonoranglass.org/tradingplaces/) - Friday, November 14, 2014 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Individual: $50 Couple: $80 633 West 18th Street We are proud to present our annual Trading Places fundraising event, this is our most important fundraiser, featuring exciting live collaborative demonstrations by Tucson painters, photographers, and local personalities, including Lupita Murillo and Janos Wilder, with SGS artist instructors.
- [AZPM](https://sonoranglass.org/azpm/)
- [Young @ Art Activities](https://sonoranglass.org/young-art-activities/)
- [Visiting Artist Lecture: EUNSUH CHOI  // May 23](https://sonoranglass.org/visiting-artist-lecture-series-eunsuh-choi-may-23/) - Friday, May 23 6-7 p.m. Free Join us at SGS for an exciting lecture and presentation from South Korean-born and internationally acclaimed glass artist Eunsuh Choi. Topics include Choi's body of work, her life in glass, and her journey from an unknown artist working in a small home studio in her kitchen to an world
- [Glassblowing Classes for Beginners](https://sonoranglass.org/beginningglassblowingclasses/) - [tcp_list id=”hot_shop_beginner”]
- [Torchworking Classes for Beginners](https://sonoranglass.org/torckworkingforbeginners/) - [tcp_list id="flame_shop_beginning"]
- [Make Your Own Holiday Ornament](https://sonoranglass.org/make-your-own-holiday-ornament/) - $45 each By Appointment Call 520-884-7814 Make Your Own Holiday Ornament Experiences are fun introductions to furnace glassblowing. In the SGS Hot Shop you'll choose the colors and textures for your ornament and then help create it alongside a SGS instructor in our glassblowing studio. -10% discount for groups of ten or more. -Make a second ornament in
- [Torchworking: Make Your Own Icicle Ornament](https://sonoranglass.org/torchworking-make-your-own-icicle-ornament/) - November - December Icicle: $30 Sml. Candy Cane: $30 Lrg. Candy Cane: $40 By Appointment Call 520-884-7814 Use the ancient technique of torchworking to create an icicle ornament made of glass in our torchworking studio, the Flame Shop. You'll be using borosilicate rods to create your icicle and choosing up to two colors to incorporate
- [Celebrity Bartending // Dec. 4](https://sonoranglass.org/celebritybartending/) - December 4 4-6 p.m. At Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails 135 S 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701 ALL gratuities support Sonoran Glass School! Prominent glass artists and advocates Michael Joplin (brother of musician Janis Joplin), Nan Charif and John-Peter Wilhite are bartending during Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. on December 4, 2014 at DOWNTOWN
- [Arizona Illustrated: Flame Off 2013](https://sonoranglass.org/arizona-illustrated-flame-off-2013/)
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitor: Alex Williamson](https://sonoranglass.org/alex-williamson/) - Bio Glass Artist since 2010, originally made pendants and shot glass wine glasses during first year. Then moved into blown hollow forms. Has been working with boro for five years. Flame Off Entry I will be assembling a southwestern tribal style tea set including two tea cups, two tea plates, and a teapot.
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitor: Ely Andrew Miller](https://sonoranglass.org/ely-andrew-miller/) - Bio Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, Glass artist for over 5 years. Majority of glass is functional pipes, I also make pendants, perfume bottles, and anything someone wants to challenge me with. I'm strickly a borosilicate lampworker. Interested in venturing to the hot shop. But never have time. I do a lot of different
- [Register for Sonoran Glass School's 2015 Flame Off](https://sonoranglass.org/flameoffcompetitor/) - This competition is all about creativity, awesome music, a crowd, and a stopwatch. You have two hours to create your torchworked masterpiece...this year's theme is MYTH, be it ancient, urban, family, or other. Yes, you can practice ahead of time. Yes, you can do prep work. Your participation supports Sonoran Glass School and its public-access borosilicate
- [A Fall Catalog](https://sonoranglass.org/a-fall-catalog/) - [gview file="https://sonoranglass.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/SonoranGlass_FallCatalog_Lo.pdf" height="560px" width="960px"]
- [Become a SGS Member Today](https://sonoranglass.org/memberships/) - [one-half first] Membership is how you show support for glass art education in the desert Southwest. Help us promote the glass arts through inspiring classes, visiting artist workshops, local youth education programs, and exciting events. Start, renew, or upgrade your tax-deductible membership today and help ensure our 501(c) 3 non-profit organization remains the premiere glass arts
- [Artist Template](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-template/) - Artist Name Bio Website Insert Gallery
- [Student Spotlight -Amanda Marbu](https://sonoranglass.org/student-spotlight-amanda-marbu/) - Amanda discovered Sonoran Glass School during our 2019 Pumpkin Fiesta, and it was love at first sight! A life-long crafter who has tried her hand at weaving, macramé, candle-making, and card-making, glass has captured her imagination in a way that few other things have. She is enchanted by the role that chemistry and physics play
- [New Warm Shop Classes Just Added](https://sonoranglass.org/new-warm-shop-classes-just-added/) - SGS has a variety of new and exciting classes in our Warm Shop! Learn the fundamentals of kiln slumping and fusing; try your hand at mosaics; explore Precious Metal Clay, improve your glass cutting skills, and craft beautiful gifts in time for the holidays!
- [SGS Says Thank You!](https://sonoranglass.org/sgs-says-thank-you/) - We spent much of our summer break rebuilding our main furnace. The Hot Shop crew took everything apart, used custom molds to re-cast the refractory material, and then put it all back together. These repairs will improve the quality and consistency of our glass and add several years to the life of our equipment. In
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor:  Aaron Siegfried (BARE Glass)](https://sonoranglass.org/aaron-abundance/) - Bio "I started blowing glass professionally in Tucson, AZ after spending a few years playing around on a major minor torch in Northern Cali and Maui. I invested in my GTT Phantom and Paragon kiln in 2007. I enjoy making nature-themed glass art wearables and vessels. I love working with glass and playing around behind
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitor: Brodee Lee](https://sonoranglass.org/brodee-lee/) - Bio Started long glass in Hawaii in 1999 learned how to make seascapes.moved to San Francisco in 2006 studied I Revere Glass school for the first year and a half of its inception and have taken lots of workshops. Flame Off Entry My entry will be dealing with the nature of balance. Website instagram.com/leebrodee
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Chris Riley](https://sonoranglass.org/chris-riley/) - Bio I've always had a natural affinity to create. It began with building blocks, then went on to drawings, paintings, and when I was in high school I got a chance to begin work with ceramics. Once I began sculpting three dimensionally, I was compelled by the tangibility of the objects as they could be
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitor: Dan Fitzgerald](https://sonoranglass.org/dan-fitzgerald/) - Bio Independent glass artist since 2003. Flame Off Entry I will create an assembly of seven separate glass stars, representing the Pleiades. I am going to bring a complete set. At the Flame-off I will create an eighth star. This star will replace one of the seven. In case something goes wrong, I want a
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Jack Morris (Upgrade Glass)](https://sonoranglass.org/jack-morris/) - Bio Borosilicate flameworker out of Tucson, AZ, blending a unique style of modern sculpting and classical shaping techniques. "My name is Jack Morris I am 22 years old. I have been flameworking since 2012. I started in Berkeley, California and continued in Tucson. I went to the University of Arizona, where I continued my study
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Jeff Rutherford](https://sonoranglass.org/jeff-rutherford/) - Bio "I have been working with glass 8 years. Mostly Jewelry. Military Vet. " From 33rd Boro Platoon Page: Jeff Rutherford is a Marine, a Veteran of the Iraq War, and glass artist. He’s the founder of the 33rd Boro Platoon Program. He discovered torchworking through a SGS program with Pima Community College after returning from
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: John Ryszka II](https://sonoranglass.org/john-ryszka-ii/) - Bio John has been a full time glass worker since 2003. He first worked in the sign industry bending glass and making neon signs. In 2010 John quit his neon job and started his own art glass business titled Glass Phoenix. His work can now be found in galleries and stores all across the country.
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Jonathan Russell](https://sonoranglass.org/jonathan-russell/) - Bio Started blowing glass in 2002 set out to venture in the sculpting which evolved into stringer drawing now I do fashion and sculpting for men and women's clothes. 3rd Place Winner of Flame Off 2015 Flame Off Entry 7×5 glass portrait and glass stand. Website www.sio2inc.com https://instagram.com/yetiglass/ Photos
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitor: Josh DeWall](https://sonoranglass.org/josh-dewall/) - Bio Josh was born and raised in Galena, Illinois. What started out as an attraction and fascination with the medium of glass at a young age became a lifelong commitment to glass artistry for Josh directly after graduating high school. He received a BFA from Southern Illinois University and is a MFA candidate from The
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitor: Lewis Wilson](https://sonoranglass.org/lewis-wilson/) - Bio Lamp worked over 42 years. Hundreds of students. Too many to count. King. President. President. Bo Diddly. Yadda Yadda Yadda. I work glass well. Mostly- I give great demo. Flame Off Entry Icarus- Son of Daedalus. He flew too close to the sun with wings made of feathers and wax. One foot tall. Will
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Michael (Durham) Humphreys](https://sonoranglass.org/michael-durham/) - Bio "I'm an 11 year veteran of glass art and use the Native American style and flare to express my inner spiritual path. I am part Native American and feel we can bring back the heritage and cultural through the love of glass and art. I love to teach people about glass and the culture behind it."
- [Flame Off Competitor: Paul Kowan](https://sonoranglass.org/paul-kowan/) - Bio After dabbling in drawing, sculpture, mold making, and resin casting, i've settled for now on working with borosilicate glass. Flame Off Entry I will plan on making an alien in a flying saucer. 10"x 10" approximate size, need one side of large guillotine style door kiln. prep will include saucer parts, any cane or
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitor: Phillip Bickley](https://sonoranglass.org/phillip-bickley/) - Bio As an autodidact, Phil has spent his time since 1996 exploring as many aspects of being a borosilicate flameworker as possible. From his humble beginning as a one-man operation in Jeff Roger's studio, he progressed to teaching hundreds of beginning flameworkers and running a small pendant production facility in Bulgaria. Now, Phil is helping
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Raven Copeland](https://sonoranglass.org/raven-copeland/) - Bio "I am a full-time traveling glass crafter, vending at renaissance festivals around the country. Having worked with glass for 16 years, I feel like I've finally gained a little bit of control as I can now actually create what I've envisioned all these years. Last year was my first Flame Off ever, and winning
- [Steve Tillman](https://sonoranglass.org/steve-tillman/) - Bio I have been blowing glass for ten years. I feel extremely grateful to get to create glass art for a living. I like to incorporate natural minerals, crystals and tektites as well fine metals with glass to make unique treasures. My work is heavily influenced by space and underwater creatures. Flame Off Entry An
- [Veda Bickley](https://sonoranglass.org/veda-bickley/) - Bio Veda is a self-taught artist who was drawn to the medium at the age of 23. Her glass takes on whimsical, fluid, and sensual styles. She is constant in her devotion to improving technique and artistic curiosity. Flame Off Entry Sculpture no larger the 6'"x6"x6". I would like to have access to a garage
- [Visiting Artist JC Herrell: Lecture & Reception - Feb. 8](https://sonoranglass.org/visiting-artist-jc-herrell-lecture-reception-feb-8/) - Sunday, February 8th, 2014 6:00-7:00 p.m. Sonoran Glass School Members: Free General Public: Suggested Donation of $5 Presentation: 6:00-6:30 p.m. Reception: 6:30-7:00 p.m. Join us for a presentation with torchworking artist JC Herrell followed by a meet-and-greet with beverages and light snacks with the artist and SGS staff. JC's talk will cover the timeline of
- [Flame Off 2015 Competitors](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2015-competitors/)
- [Flame Off 2015 — February 6](https://sonoranglass.org/flameoff2015/) - Flame Off 2016 takes place February 5th. About last year's Flame Off AND THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD GOES TO RAVEN COPELAND At Sonoran Glass School Friday February 6th, 2015 633 W. 18th Street 7:00-11:00 p.m. $15 Founded here in Tucson by Tom Philabaum, The Flame Off has grown into a highly anticipated flameworking event
- [Visiting Artist Joshua DeWall: Lecture & Demo — Jan. 30](https://sonoranglass.org/joshdewalllecture/) - Friday, January 30th, 2014 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sonoran Glass School Members: Free General Public: Suggested Donation of $5 Presentation: 6:00-6:30 p.m. Demonstration: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Reception: 7:30-8:00 p.m. Josh DeWall from the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio will be joining us in Tucson, Arizona for a lecture, demonstration, and reception on January 30th at Sonoran Glass School, the night before his
- [Henry Halem-March 7](https://sonoranglass.org/henryhalem2015/) - Saturday March 7, 2015 Collaboration: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Demonstration: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. SGS Members: Free Public: $10 suggested donation Glass Legend Henry Halem in an Open Studio Collaboration with the SGS Hot Shop Crew Generations collide on March 7th as American Studio Movement pioneer Henry Halem directs our glassblowing staff on a
- [Make Your Own Springtime Egg](https://sonoranglass.org/make-your-own-springtime-egg/) - Available Thru April 30th Call 520-884-7814 to Schedule $45 ea. Take a seat on a Hot Shop bench and Make Your Own Springtime Egg out of glass! You'll start by choosing the colors for your egg and then work with our glassblowers to pick out a design. Once that's done you'll expand the glass by blowing air through the
- [May Day: A Glass Spectacular - May 1 (original)](https://sonoranglass.org/mayday2/) - Friday May 1, 2015 7:00 - 11:00 pm Presale Tickets: $10 Tickets: $15 An Evening of Glass Performance Art & May Day Celebrations SGS is proud to introduce a brand new event, featuring reinterpretations of international May Day traditions using glassblowing as a theatrical medium. Sonoran Glass School’s May Day: A Glass Spectacular brings Tucsonans
- [Shake Your Glass — May 29](https://sonoranglass.org/shakeyourglassmonthly/) - May 29, 2015 Friday, 7 - 11 p.m. Ages 21+ BYOB $10 cover (includes raffle ticket/studio use) 633 W 18th Street Get together and enjoy impromptu glassblowing, torchworking, cold beer (BYOB) and live music. We invite you to come celebrate a love of glass art and creativity with us. General public welcome. What's new for this Shake Your Glass?
- [Arizona Gives Day - April 4](https://sonoranglass.org/arizonagivesday/) - Thank you to everyone who supported us on Arizona Gives Day! We believe in enhancing our community by providing creative opportunities to the public. Our school provides a place for the glass art community to grow and for aspiring artists to begin their journeys. Help us continue Visiting Artist Workshops, community outreach events, professional development
- [May Day: A Glass Spectacular](https://sonoranglass.org/mayday/) - FRIDAY MAY 1, 2015 7:00 – 11:00 PM PRESALE TICKETS: $10 TICKETS: $15 An Evening of Glass Performance Art & May Day Celebrations SGS is proud to introduce a brand new event, featuring reinterpretations of international May Day traditions using glassblowing as a theatrical medium. Sonoran Glass School’s May Day: A Glass Spectacular brings Tucsonans together
- [Visiting Artist Lecture: Bandhu Dunham - May 2](https://sonoranglass.org/visiting-artist-lecture-bandhu-dunham-may-1/) - Saturday May 2, 2015 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. SGS Members: Free Public : $5 suggested donation Join us for a talk from Visiting Artist Bandhu Dunham, as he discusses his journey as a glass artist and his current work. A short reception with refreshments will follow Bandhu’s presentation. About Bandhu Dunham Born in Dayton, Ohio, in 1959,
- [Featured Student Invitational](https://sonoranglass.org/featured-student-invitational/) - FRIDAY EVENING MAY 8TH, 2015 5:00 – 7:00 PM Introducing the first-ever SGS Featured Student Invitational, a night highlighting the work of glass artists of various levels who actively learn or work in Sonoran Glass School’s studios. Come browse select pieces from these eight individuals on display in the SGS Gallery while mingling with SGS staff and
- [Featured Student Invitational - May 8](https://sonoranglass.org/featured-student-invitational-original/) - Friday Evening May 8th, 2015 5:00 - 7:00 pm Introducing the first-ever SGS Featured Student Invitational, a night highlighting the work of glass artists of various levels who actively learn or work in Sonoran Glass School's studios. Come browse select pieces from these eight individuals on display in the SGS Gallery while mingling with SGS staff and
- [Sonoran Glass School's Fourth of July Party](https://sonoranglass.org/fourthofjuly/) - Monday, July 4th, 2016 $5 (kids 12 and under free) 633 W. 18th Street (map) 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. SGS invites you to celebrate the United States of America's 240th birthday with BBQ, Beer, Glass Art Demonstrations, activities, and a short lecture on U.S. Glass. Watch exciting glassblowing demos Create glass art projects in our studios Enjoy
- [Barrio Vidrio | Oct. 3](https://sonoranglass.org/barrio-vidrio-oct-3/) - October 3rd | Saturday | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Barrio Vidrio is a neighborhood celebration of the fall season and glass artistry in Tucson. Barrio Collection, Philabaum Glass Gallery & Studio, and Sonoran Glass School invite you to explore three different glass studios and galleries throughout the day. Watch exciting demonstrations, browse for glass art,
- [Trading Places Fundraiser | Nov. 21](https://sonoranglass.org/tradingplaces2015/) - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21st, 2015 | 633 W. 18th Street VIP Meet the Artists Reception 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Fundraising Event 7:00- 9:30 p.m. VIP Reception & Event:$125 Main Event Ticket: $50 Buy tickets ABOUT THE EVENT Sonoran Glass School is proud to present its annual Trading Places fundraising event. This is the organization's most important fundraiser featuring new gallery displays,
- [Visiting Artist Lecture: Sara Sally LaGrand | Oct. 22](https://sonoranglass.org/visiting-artist-lecture-sara-sally-lagrand/) - October 22, 2015 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Members: Free Gen. Public: $5 suggested donation Join us for a talk this Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. from Visiting Artist Sara Sally LaGrand. The lecture will cover her artistic work and journey over the years and samples of LaGrand's work. Brief Bio Sara Sally LaGrand, award winning
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Chris Drury](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2016-competitor-chris-drury/) - Bio "Glass blower residing in Tucson az find me on Instagram under @shuhbuh." Website instagram.com/shuhbuh Artist Gallery
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Jake Finsaas](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2016-competitor-jake-finsaas/) - Bio Working as an apprentice at Mazet Studios for over 5 years, Jake has developed his own style and become a competitive glass artist in his own right. He is one of over 40 artists featured in "The Contemporary Shot Glass" book. Artist Gallery
- [Flame Off 2016 Competitor: Floor Kaspers](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2016-competitor-floor-kaspers/) - Bio Floor Kaspers is a Dutch artist who makes glass sculpture, beadwork and jewelry. A great source of inspiration for her work are color changes, like the changes of leaves in the fall, or water changing color when you dive deeper. Another source of inspiration are the history and the stories that beads are surrounded with. Her work
- [Flame Off Competitor 2016: Eli Mazet](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-competitor-2016-eli-mazet/) - Bio Award winning glass artist and teacher since 2000 - Eli Mazet is the author of "The Contemporary Shot Glass" a book that documents a new movement in the glass industry to bring back the hand crafted shot glass. Website instagram.com/mazetbrother Artist Gallery
- [Flame Off Competitor 2016: Josh Mazet](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-competitor-2016-josh-mazet/) - Bio Josh Mazet has been working in art and art education for almost 20 years. A BFA graduate of the University of Oregon he was the resident artist and instructed the wood fire pottery program. His ceramics skills and knowledge led him to a position in a production glass blowing shop. He has always felt
- [Flame Off 2016 | Feb. 5](https://sonoranglass.org/flameoff2016/) - Info for the 2018 Flame Off here. Friday | February 5, 2016 633 W. 18th Street 7:00-11:00 p.m. $20 Tickets available at the door @ 6:30 Founded here in Tucson by Tom Philabaum, The Flame Off has grown into a highly anticipated flameworking event and highlight of the gem show. Renowned local and visiting glass artists
- [Henry Halem Lecture | March 21](https://sonoranglass.org/henry-halem-lecture-demo-march-23/) - Monday | March 21, 2016 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Public: $5-10 suggested donation SGS Members: Free American Studio Glass Movement Pioneer Henry Halem presents a lecture on glass chemistry Join us for this early evening lecture from Henry Halem, a pioneering figure in the American Studio Glass Movement and long-time supporter of glass art education. Topics Chemical makeup of glass How to
- [Lin McJunkin Lecture & Demo | April 7th](https://sonoranglass.org/lin-mcjunkin-lecture-demo-april-7th/) - April 7, 2016 Thursday | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Public: $5-10 suggested donation SGS Members: Free Join us for a lec-mo from artist and science educator, Lin McJunkin. Topics include 7 steps of scientific and artistic inquiry and how to artistically illustrate those steps for environmental topics (e.g. climate change). Lin's demo will be of glass techniques
- [ASGS Art Auction, benefiting Sonoran Glass School | May 19](https://sonoranglass.org/american-scientific-glassblowers-society-auction-benefiting-sonoran-glass-school/) - Thursday, May 19 at 6 PM - 9:30 PM Westward Look Resort & Spa 245 E Ina Rd, Tucson, Arizona 85704 Each year the American Scientific Glassblowers Society picks a local charity or nonprofit to give back to the community in which it holds its annual symposium. This year the society is holding an art auction in
- [Pins for Pals | Aug. 20](https://sonoranglass.org/pins-for-pals-aug-20/) - Join us at Fiesta Lanes to enjoy time with friends, family, and coworkers while beating the heat and supporting a great cause. Pins for pals is an event hosted by Men's Active 20-30 Club of Tucson where 90% of the proceeds support Sonoran Glass School programming and the SGS Youth Education Program. Sign up as
- [Barrio Vidrio | Oct. 1](https://sonoranglass.org/barrio-vidrio-oct-1/) - October 1st | Saturday | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Barrio Vidrio is a neighborhood celebration of the fall season and glass artistry in Tucson. About Watch exciting demonstrations, browse for glass art, and even create your own masterpiece while taking a walking tour of what we call "el barrio vidrio" (the glass district) and its
- [Hot Shop Opening Day! | Sept. 10](https://sonoranglass.org/hot-shop-opening-day-sept-10/) - The Hot Shop is back after a summer break. Now, we want you to get back in the studio! Saturday, September 10th Studio time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Glassblowing Lecture & Demo: 5:00 PM SGS History Video: 6:00 PM This is a Saturday event featuring specially discounted studio rates during the day and a lec-mo in the
- [Priscilla Kar Yee Lo Joins SGS Team](https://sonoranglass.org/priscilla-kar-yee-lo-joins-sgs-team/) - As a child of a Chinese immigrant family in North America, Priscilla was perpetually reminded to be practical about her future. But after over a decade as a health care professional, she began to feel dissatisfied with the direction of her life. Priscilla turned to creative outlets to find a voice and to explore her
- [SGS Welcomes New Executive Director](https://sonoranglass.org/sgs-welcomes-new-executive-director/) - Evan Mendelson Welcomed As New Sonoran Glass School Interim Executive Director
- [Stephen Boehme Lecture: Franchini Style Murrini | Nov. 4](https://sonoranglass.org/stephen-boehme-lecture-franchini-style-murrini-nov-4/) - November 4th, 2016 5:30-7PM Free for SGS Members $10 donation for general public Join us for a talk from Stephen Boehme on the Franchini style/technique of murrini making as he explains his process with visual aids on an HD screen. Boehme is joining us here at Sonoran Glass School from Riverton, Utah to teach a Visting
- [John Kobuki Lecture & Reception: Technique Vs. Design | January 7](https://sonoranglass.org/john-kuboki-lecture-reception-technique-vs-design-january-7/) - Saturday, January 7th, 2017 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Free courtesy of AACG Join us for a lecture and new display reception for John Kobuki. John will be discussing his thoughts on the difference between technique and design while showing a slideshow of his own work. Light refreshments will be provided. This lecture and reception
- [Members Night Out @ Pasco | Jan. 11](https://sonoranglass.org/members-night-out-pasco-jan-11/) - Wednesday, January 11, 2016 7:30-10:30 p.m. Pasco, 820 E University Blvd Join us for dinner, drinks, and social time with other SGS members. Our host, Pasco Kitchen + Lounge has generously offered to host the evening and give back 15% of the evenings profits to Sonoran Glass School. In addition to a great dinner, the evening also
- [Arizona Daily Star, Caliente January 26, 2017](https://sonoranglass.org/arizona-daily-star-caliente-january-26-2017/)
- [Flame Off 2017 Sponsor Page](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2017-sponsor-page/)
- [Flame Off 2017](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2017-2/) - Info for the 2018 Flame Off here. Flame Off 2017 Results First Place: Raven Copeland Second Place: James Lynch Third Place: Matt Bain Fourth Place: Floor Kaspers View all finished pieces on Sonoran Glass School's Facebook page. Friday, February 3, 2017 | 633 W. 18th Street |
- [Wesley Fleming Lecture: Glass of the Microcosm | Feb. 10](https://sonoranglass.org/wesley-fleming-lecture-glass-of-the-microcosm-february/) - Friday, February 10th, 2017 | 6:oo-7:00 PM $10 donation for general public Free for SGS Members Join us in welcoming Visiting Artist Wesley Fleming for a lecture on his work, a discussion of his art, and a powerpoint presentation from the artist. Light refreshments will be provided. ABOUT WESLEY FLEMING PUBLIC COLLECTIONS Corning Museum of
- [Joshua Wojick Lecture & Demonstration | March 2nd](https://sonoranglass.org/joshua-wojick-lecture-march/) - March 2, 2017 | 6:oo-7:30 PM $10 donation for general public Free for SGS Members Join us in welcoming Visiting Artist Joshua Wojick for a lecture on his work and a discussion of his art in this presentation by the artist. A glassblowing demonstration with the SGS Hot Shop Team will also be featured during the evening.
- [Stephanie Sersich Lecture | Living Creatively to Inspire the Artist Within](https://sonoranglass.org/stephanie-sersich-lecture-living-creatively-to-inspire-the-artist-within/) - February 24, 2017 | 6:oo-7:30 PM $10 donation for general public Free for SGS Members Join us in welcoming Visiting Artist Stephanie Sersich for a lecture on her work and a discussion of her art in this presentation by the artist. Light refreshments & snacks will be provided. ABOUT STEPHANIE SERSICH Stephanie’s jewelry combines her lampwork beads,
- [Mark Hufford Lecture | March 9](https://sonoranglass.org/mark-hufford-lecture-march-9/) - March 9, 2017 | 6:oo-7:00 PM Free for SGS Members $10 donation for general public Join us in welcoming Mark Hufford for a talk on his journey into the fired arts. Mark will discuss his fine art background from which he draws inspiration. He'll also talk about the changes he needed to make from his
- [Freddy Faerron Lecture | April 27](https://sonoranglass.org/freddy-faerron-lecture-april-27/) - My Travels and How I Found the Fumed Rainbow April 27, 2017 | 6-7:30 PM Free for SGS Members $10 donation for general public Join us in welcoming Freddy Faerron for discussion of his work and a slideshow presentation by the artist. Light refreshments will be provided. ABOUT FREDDY FAERRON Freddy Faerron has been a professional craft
- [Fourth of July Party](https://sonoranglass.org/fourth-of-july-party-3/) - About the event Celebrate the United States of America’s 240th birthday with BBQ, glass art demonstrations, make-your-own glass projects, "A" Mountain fireworks, and an educational talk on U.S. Glass. Entry is $5 with kids 12 and under admitted free. Watch exciting glassblowing demos Create glass art projects in our studios Enjoy food from Brushfire BBQ Grab
- [ARTivity! | August 5](https://sonoranglass.org/artivity-open-house/) - Saturday, August 5 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Sonoran Glass School 633 W 18th Street | Tucson, AZ 85701 A day of art activities and fun from three Tucson organizations. Enjoy arts and crafts activities for all ages, including super hero capes, wacky portraits, glass art magnets, and other activities hosted by the Children's Museum Tucson, Sonoran
- [Student Art Show | Sept. 8th](https://sonoranglass.org/student-art-show-sept-8th/) - Clockwise from top left: Elen Zank, Martin Levy, Sharon Scheier, Janet Seltzer, Brian Scofield, Arlene Zuckerman, Malu Nicolette, Larry Temkin, Caren Newman, Malcolm Neifeld, Christine O'Donnell, Mark English Friday, September 8, 2017 6-8PM free admission | refreshments provided Exhibit runs through September 22nd, 2017 We are excited to present an evening reception celebrating glass art education and
- [Up In Flames: The Chemistry of Fire | Sept. 9](https://sonoranglass.org/up-in-flames-the-chemistry-of-fire-sept-9/) - Saturday, September 9, 2017 6-8PM Free for SGS Members $5 suggested donation for gen. public A glassblowing lec-mo that feeds your inner pyromaniac. Get fired up for a new Hot Shop season with this lecture and demonstration! Join us for "Up in Flames: the chemistry of fire,” an event that combines glassblowing, colorful fire, and chemistry. The
- [Janis Miltenberger Lecture | Oct 18](https://sonoranglass.org/janis-miltenberger-lecture-oct-18/) - Meet Janis Miltenberger October 18th, 2017 Wednesday | 6PM Free for SGS Members $5 donation for general public "Please join me for a relaxed evening of images and discussion. I will be presenting a powerpoint of my work and, in addition, some process images to allow those unfamiliar with lampwork techniques some idea of how
- [Patty Lakinsmith Lecture | Nov 17](https://sonoranglass.org/patty-lankinsmith-lecture-nov-18/) - So You Learned to Melt Glass - Now What? 10 Ways to Grow as a Flameworker November 17th, 2017 Friday | 6-7:30 PM Free for SGS Members $10 donation for general public Join us in welcoming Patty Lakinsmith for a discussion of her work and a brief history of how Patty began her love affair with glass. Patty
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | JeriLyn Alderman](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-jerilyn-alderman/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Sponsors & Supporters](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2018-sponsors-supporters/) - SPONSORS SUPPORTERS
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Brian Jacobson](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-brian-jacobson/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Joy Munshower](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2019-artist-competitor-joy-munshower/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Sponsors](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2019-sponsors/)
- [Shake Your Glass | Feb. 16](https://sonoranglass.org/shake-your-glass-feb-16/) - February 16, 2018 Friday, 6-9PM Ages 21+ ONLY, BYOB Suggested donation $5 members, $10 nonmembers (includes raffle ticket/studio use) 633 W 18th Street Get together and enjoy impromptu glassblowing, torchworking, cold beer (BYOB) and live jazz music. We invite you to come celebrate a love of glass art and creativity with us. General public welcome. 6:00-7:30PM--OPEN GLASSBLOWING
- [A Toast to Tom Philabaum | April 28](https://sonoranglass.org/a-toast-to-tom-philabaum-april-28/) - A TOAST TO TOM PHILABAUM SATURDAY, APRIL 28TH, 2018 SONORAN GLASS SCHOOL STUDIO DEMONSTRATIONS: 10AM-4PM SCULPTURE GARDEN RECEPTION: 5-6PM TOASTS TO TOM FROM GUEST SPEAKERS: 6-7PM SOLD OUT: BUY TICKETS FOR DEMONSTRATIONS AND RECEPTION: $25 BUY DEMONSTRATIONS-ONLY TICKET: $10 ABOUT THE EVENT This event recognizes Tom Philabaum's contributions to glass artists and glass art education. Join
- [All Fired Up! The New Hot Shop | Sept 15](https://sonoranglass.org/all-fired-up-the-new-hot-shop-sept-15/) - Saturday | September 15 | 6-8PM Free for SGS Members $5 for Gen. Public 633 W. 18th Street Click here to see photos of this event and the new Hot Shop ABOUT We're excited to show off our new Hot Shop renovation, made possible by a generous gift from the Tucson Foundations. Thank you! Get
- [Remembering Kristallnacht: New Work from Broken Glass | Nov 2018](https://sonoranglass.org/remembering-kristallnacht-new-work-from-broken-glass-nov-2018/) - Remembering Kristallnacht: New Work from Broken Glass November 2018 Jewish History Museum, Sonoran Glass School, Jewish Family & Children's Services, and the Tucson Jewish Community Center ABOUT THE EVENT This fall, Sonoran Glass School, in collaboration with Tucson’s Holocaust History Center, The Tucson Jewish Community Center (The Tucson J), and Jewish Family & Children's Services,
- [Winter Open House | Dec. 8](https://sonoranglass.org/winter-open-house-december/) - December 8th, 2018 | Saturday | 10AM-4PM Free and open to the public 633 W. 18th Street ABOUT Explore our studios, gallery, and sculpture garden with friends and family. Shop for handmade glass art jewelry, housewares, ornaments, platters, sculptures, and decor. You can even Make Your Own Glass Art at this event through special in-studio experiences. Proceeds support glass art
- [Sonoran Glass Art Show 2019 | Feb 6-9](https://sonoranglass.org/sonoran-glass-art-show-2018/) - 633 W. 18th Street January 31 - February 3, 2018 Free & Open to the Public Lampworked Beads, Jewelry, and More! Glass Art Tools & Supplies! Wholesale & Retail VENDORS Vendor spots are filling up, so reserve your space today using the .pdf links below. Sonoran Glass Art Show 2017 Vendor Contract and Registration More
- [Tucson Bead Symposium | Feb 6](https://sonoranglass.org/tucson-bead-symposium/) - February 6, 2019 | Wednesday | 7-9PM $5 suggested donation Open to the public 633 W. 18th Street Ornament Magazine, the Ethnographic Group, and Sonoran Glass School present the 2019 Tucson Bead Symposium featuring presentations from speakers and experts on bead topics and history. 2019 Presentations: PROTECTION BY DAY-PROTECTION BY
- [Flame Off 2018 | Feb 2](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2018/) - THE FLAME OFF RETURNS THIS FEBRUARY 2019 Theme: (Un)Natural World February 8th, 2019 Friday | 7 to 11PM >Go to 2019 Flame Off Event Page Attention Torchworkers: Want to compete? Fill out the online application Presale tickets now available! And last year's winners were... Previous event information Friday, February 2, 2018
- [Visiting Artist Lecture - Bandhu Dunham | May 3](https://sonoranglass.org/visiting-artist-lecture-bandhu-dunham/) - Contraptions and Complications: The Kinetic Works of Bandhu Dunham Friday, May 3, 2019 | 6:00-7:30 PM Free for SGS Members $5 donation for general public Join us in welcoming Bandhu Dunham for a discussion of his work and a slideshow presentation by the artist. Light refreshments will be provided. About Bandhu Dunham An internationally respected
- [Making Molten History Gallery Reception | May 20](https://sonoranglass.org/making-molten-history-gallery-reception-may-20/) - Sonoran Glass School Making Molten History Gallery Reception Monday, May 20th, 2019 6:00-7:30PM Free Join us to view the final pieces made during Making Molten History, featuring work from Paul Anders-Stout, Jordan Ford & Austin Littenberg, Jason Marstall, and Andrew Shultz. Refreshments will be provided and pieces will be up for silent auction. Proceeds benefit the
- [Making Molten History | May 18](https://sonoranglass.org/making-molten-history/) - Sonoran Glass School Making Molten History Saturday, May 18th, 2019 9:00AM-5:00PM SGS Members $5 General Public $10 Reception Monday, May 20th, 2019 6:00-7:30PM Free ABOUT Join us for a day of exciting demonstrations from talented glassblowing artists from Northern, Central, and Southern Arizona. Each demonstration will be inspired by a celebrated period in art history chosen
- [Fiery Friday! June 7](https://sonoranglass.org/fiery-friday-june-7/) - Fiery Friday Sonoran Glass School 633 W 18th Street Friday, June 7th 7PM-9PM Free Introducing our new Friday glassblowing demonstrations. This particular event will be a preview of a new monthly event starting in September in which guest glassblowers visit the Sonoran Glass School for a fiery evening demonstration on the final Friday of every
- [Fourth of July Party | July 4](https://sonoranglass.org/fourth-of-july-party-july-4/) - FOURTH OF JULY PARTY THURSDAY, JULY 4TH, 2019 SONORAN GLASS SCHOOL 6PM-10PM $5 Entry (kids 12 and under free) Preorders now closed. Special: $15 BBQ Plate and Event Ticket (Food is pre-order only by June 30) Celebrate America’s 243rd birthday with BBQ, make-your-own glass art projects, “A” Mountain fireworks, and an educational talk on American
- [Visiting Artist Lecture - Kathryn Guler (Dec. 6 @ 6pm)](https://sonoranglass.org/visiting-artist-lecture-kathryn-guler-dec-6-6pm/) - Kathryn’s Inspiration, and where she find it. The Flameworking Journey of Kathryn GulerDec. 6, 2019 | 6-7:30 PMFree for SGS Members$5 donation for general public Join us in welcoming Kathryn Guler for a discussion her work, inspiration and where she is going from here. She will be showing her work and a slideshow presentation by
- [Sonoran Glass School Welcomes Fall with Annual Pumpkin Fiesta](https://sonoranglass.org/pumpkin-fiesta-2022/) - Annual Pumpkin Fiesta Features Hundreds of Colorful Glass Pumpkins, Live Glassblowing, and Hands-on Activities for the Whole Family. Throughout the month of October, visitors can explore hundreds of colorful hand-made glass pumpkins, enjoy live glassblowing demonstrations and make fall-themed glass projects at Sonoran Glass School’s Annual Pumpkin Fiesta. Visitors can shop for seasonal glass art
- [Sonoran Glass School Welcomes the Holiday Season with its Annual Winter Wonderland Event!](https://sonoranglass.org/sonoran-glass-school-welcomes-the-holiday-season-with-its-annual-winter-wonderland-event/) - Annual Winter Wonderland Event Features Hundreds of Colorful Glass Ornaments and Gifts, Live Glassblowing, and Hands-on Activities for the Whole Family. Visitors can explore hundreds of colorful glass art ornaments and holiday-inspired gifts, enjoy live furnace glassblowing demonstrations, and make holiday-themed fused and blown glass projects during Sonoran Glass School’s Winter Wonderland. The month-long celebration
- [Awaken the Beast: Sculpting Animals in Hot Glass with Grant Garmezy](https://sonoranglass.org/sonoran-glass-school-announces-awaken-the-beast-sculpting-animals-in-hot-glass-master-series-workshop-with-grant-garmezy/) - TUCSON, AZ – Sonoran Glass School announces of the return of its master series glass workshops with Grant Garmezy’s “Awaken the Beast: Sculpting Animals in Hot Glass.” The workshop will take place March 29th through April 1st at its Tucson, AZ campus. In this four-day, hands-on class, students will explore the potential of working with
- [Boro Journey with Brian Jacobson: A progressive series](https://sonoranglass.org/boro-journey-with-brian-jacobson-a-progressive-series/) - Boro Journey with Brian Jacobson: A Progressive Series Class 1: Beginner (October 3, 5, 10, 12) 5:30 to 9:30 PM Hollow and pipe making/intro to working hollow borosilicate (Pyrex) glass: • Learning about different flame sizes and chemistries and what they’re used for • How to break down tubing into manageable sections (blanks) by
- [Dennis Treadwell Joins Sonoran Glass School Staff as Director of Development & Marketing](https://sonoranglass.org/dennis-treadwell/) - Sonoran Glass School welcomes Dennis Treadwell as its new Director of Development & Marketing. Dennis comes to the school from a non-profit international wildlife conservation organization where he was the Director of Marketing and Communications for eight years. Dennis’s more than twenty years’ experience in marketing and development includes an extensive background in technical writing,
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Michael Dickinson](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-michael-dickinson/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Alexandria Young](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2019-artist-competitor-alexandria-young/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Alex G Williamson](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-alex-g-williamson/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Courtney Thompson](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-courtney-thompson/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Stoney Chicken](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-stoney-chicken/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Jonathan Russell](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-jonathan-russell/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Skyler Blood-Raiter](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-tyler-blood-raiter/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Jack Morris](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-jack-morris/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Chris Moreno](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-chris-moreno/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | James Lynch](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-james-lynch/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Floor Kaspers](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-floor-kaspers/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Competitor | Brian Jacobson](https://sonoranglass.org/brian-jacobson-4/) - Bio "My name is Brian Jacobson and I've been working with glass in the valley for about 8 years now. I mainly use borosilicate glass and am constantly amazed by the endless capacity this medium has. Lately I've been exploring themes that pertain to native cultures and spiritual development. My intention is to create a
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Maureen Henriques](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-maureen-henriques/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Competitor | Eric D'Adamo](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2019-competitor-eric-dadamo/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Competitor: Kim Edwards](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2016-competitor-kim-edwards/) - Bio Kim Edwards has been a glass artist since 2003. While she has always loved art in all its forms, at the first moment she worked with molten glass she knew she was hooked. Kim finds her greatest inspiration in the medium of glass itself. She loves the challenges inherent in glass and that every
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Chris Valdez](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-chris-valdez/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Elaine Forbes](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-elaine-forbes/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Andrew D'Silva](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-andrew-dsilva/)
- [Flame Off 2019 Artist Competitor | Brodie Lee](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-brodie-lee/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Jeremiah Kern](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-jeremiah-kern/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Seth Bickis](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-seth-bickis/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Competitors](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2018-competitors/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Chuck Burton](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-chuck-burton/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Benjamin Cornwell](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-benjamin-cornwell/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Raven Copeland](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-raven-copeland/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Marcia Kmack](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-marcia-kmack/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | Ely Andrew Miller](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-off-2018-artist-competitor-ely-andrew-miller/)
- [Flame Off 2018 Artist Competitor | David Smith](https://sonoranglass.org/artist-competitor-david-smith/)
- [Thank you to our sponsors](https://sonoranglass.org/thank-you-to-our-sponsors/) - [mailmunch-form id="512191"] Thank You to our Sponsors and Partners!
- [](https://sonoranglass.org/glass-art-summer-camp-in-tucson-camp-fuego/) - Experience a summer immersed in the glass arts! For ages 12-17, Sonoran Glass School's new glass art summer camp, Camp Fuego, is the perfect way to spark your creative fire in early June 2017. Work in all of our studios and try your hand at furnace glassblowing, torchworking, and kiln-firing. Students will also take chaperoned educational
- [ARTivity! Event Press Release](https://sonoranglass.org/artivity-event-press-release/) - Contact: Nick Letson Communications Director www.sonoranglass.org nick@sonoranglass.org Office: 520 884-7814 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM TUCSON, SONORAN GLASS SCHOOL AND TUCSON MUSEUM OF ART WILL HOST “ARTIVITY!”-- A NEW DOWNTOWN EVENT FEATURING A DAY OF CREATIVE ACTIVITIES TUCSON, Ariz. (July 27, 2015) – Three downtown Tucson non-profits have created a new open house event
- [Imago Dei Sign Unveiling // May 26](https://sonoranglass.org/imago-dei-sign-unveiling-may-14/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: DOWNTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL UNVEILS MOSAIC VERSION OF ITS LOGO STUDENT-MADE SIGN TO REPLACE PLASTIC BANNER ACROSS FROM RONSTADT CENTER TUCSON, Ariz. (May 16, 2014) – Eighth graders at Imago Dei Middle School (IDMS) have constructed a four by four foot mosaic version of their school’s logo to be installed above the IDMS
- [Imago Dei Gets New Mosaic Sign for School](https://sonoranglass.org/imago-dei-gets-new-mosaic-sign-for-school/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: DOWNTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL UNVEILS MOSAIC VERSION OF ITS LOGO STUDENT-MADE SIGN TO REPLACE PLASTIC BANNER ACROSS FROM RONSTADT CENTER TUCSON, Ariz. (May 9, 2014) – Eighth graders at Imago Dei Middle School (IDMS) have constructed a four by four foot mosaic version of their school’s logo to be installed above the IDMS

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- [Studio Rentals](https://sonoranglass.org/studio-rentals/) - Discover affordable studio rentals at Sonoran Glass School, perfect for glass artists and enthusiasts to work on projects and learn in a friendly environment.
- [Scholarships](https://sonoranglass.org/scholarships/) - Unlock opportunities in glass art with scholarships that provide essential funding for talented individuals facing financial challenges.
- [Opportunities](https://sonoranglass.org/opportunities/) - Interested in joining our team? Jobs We are currently hiring for the following positions: Teaching Artists, Contract The Sonoran Glass School welcomes teaching artists of all types (fusing, glass blowing, torch working, casting, cold working) to teach classes at our school. The ideal candidate will have previous experience instructing students and will have class curricula
- [Wish List](https://sonoranglass.org/wish-list/) - Sonoran Glass School Wishlist We are deeply thankful for the support of donors, organizations, and in-kind donations to assist in the daily operations of our nonprofit. Should you feel inclined to financially support our institution, we have an ongoing wish list of equipment, supplies, and services. Items can be purchased via the links below and
- [Estate Planning](https://sonoranglass.org/estate-planning/) - Including Sonoran Glass School in your Estate Plans Making a bequest in your will, living trust, or with a codicil is an excellent way to support the mission and programming of the Sonoran Art Foundation Inc (dba Sonoran Glass School). Making a gift by bequest allows you to continue to use any property you would
- [Hot Shop](https://sonoranglass.org/hotshop/) - Hot Shop A hot shop is a dynamic and exciting place where skilled artists transform molten glass into stunning works of art. It’s a place where creativity, precision, and heat converge to create something truly magical. Hot Shop ClassesWe have many options for students to learn about glassblowing. Students who would like to learn the basics
- [About](https://sonoranglass.org/about/) - Mission Sonoran Glass School (SGS) is a public-access educational organization dedicated to inspiring people of all ages to discover the wonder of glass art. We teach students and the general public how to create and appreciate glass as a visual arts medium through educational courses, one-on-one experiences, visiting artist seminars, and community events funded by
- [Flame Shop](https://sonoranglass.org/flame-shop/) - Flame Shop There are two schools of thought with torchwork – one is soft glass or soda-lime glass. Beads have been made using soft glass since the 5th century BC. The second is hard glass, or borosilicate (Pyrex is a common trade name) – this glass is very clear and can take quick temperature changes.The
- [Cold Shop](https://sonoranglass.org/cold-shop/) - Cold Shop In a cold shop, artists use various tools and techniques to finish, refine, and sometimes even create new works of art from glass. A cold shop is worked on after it has cooled and solidified. This is in contrast to a hot shop, where glass is worked on while it is molten. Cold
- [Warm Shop](https://sonoranglass.org/warm-shop/) - Warm Shop Explore the limitless possibilities of sheet glass. Unlike furnace glassblowing or torch working which use molten glass, this studio works by cutting sheet glass allowing the artist to have more time to focus on color and design elements. The most common style of glasswork in this studio is kiln fusing and slumping but
- [Cold Working Classes](https://sonoranglass.org/cold-working-classes/) - Cold Working Classes Cold working is used to add the final touches to glass pieces created through other processes. It can involve polishing, grinding, sawing, or sandblasting. This technique may be used to refine a piece or significantly reshape it. Cold working can also prepare a glass piece for integration with other materials, such as
- [Mobile Glass Studio | The G.O.A.T. (Glassblowing On A Trailer)](https://sonoranglass.org/mobile-glassblowing/) - G.O.A.T. (Glassblowing on a trailer) Sonoran Glass School’s mobile glass art studio provides exciting glass art demonstrations and experiences for events, gatherings, and special occasions.The G.O.A.T. (Glassblowing on a trailer) is available for public and private settings. Demonstrations are entertaining and educational in nature. Past appearances include glass demos at Hotel Congress, Ritz Carlton Dove
- [Feedback](https://sonoranglass.org/feedback/) - Feedback We are always receptive to feedback about our classes, experiences, and other offerings. These responses are anonymous and will be used to evaluate our programming and continue to improve. Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback! Class/Experience Evaluation Loading… General Feedback Form Loading… We always welcome direct feedback as well –
- [Student Stories](https://sonoranglass.org/student-stories/) - Student Stories We are incredibly fortunate to share our passion of glass with the public and have students from a wide variety of backgrounds, ages, and geographies. Learn from the artists themselves in these testimonials. Diane Taylor For Diane, it all started with chemistry. “I was a frustrated chemistry major, long ago”, Diane said with
- [Youth Education Program](https://sonoranglass.org/youth-education-programs/) - Youth Education Program We provide youth education programs to a variety of Tucson schools. Through glass making, our local high school, elementary, and middle school students learn the importance of communication, coordination, and teamwork. Glass making allows students to gain aesthetic vision and learn how to interact with peers confidently and comfortably. Warm Shop (Kiln
- [Group / Corporate Events and Team Building](https://sonoranglass.org/groupevents/) - Group events are an exciting way to spend time with friends, colleagues, or members of your club or organization. Groups of 5-20 people can pick from a variety of experiences, all of which allow them to make glass art pieces or see exciting demonstrations in one or more of our studios. Our talented teaching artists
- [Custom Work & Repairs](https://sonoranglass.org/custom-work-repairs/) - Custom Work / Repairs If you have a special project in mind or a glass item you would like repaired, please contact us via email at info@sonoranglass.org and include the following: Your name and contact information Photos of the piece Your budget and timeline for completion The talented artists working with SGS are welcome to
- [Registration Information and Policies](https://sonoranglass.org/registration-policies/) - Cancellations, Refunds, and No Show Policies Students are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Many instructors and students travel to Tucson for classes, and it is strongly encouraged that you register 60 days in advance to avoid class cancellations. Sonoran Glass School (SGS) will only issue confirmation calls/emails when a class has enough students to
- [Make Your Own Experiences](https://sonoranglass.org/experiences/) - Make Your Own Experiences These experiences are a great way to learn glass making skills while making your own items with attentive guidance from experienced glass instructors. They generally take between 30 minutes and two hours. All these experiences are designed for beginners and groups. No prior experience is required. In the studio, you will
- [Custom Awards & Recognition Pieces](https://sonoranglass.org/awards/) - Awards & Recognition PiecesSonoran Glass School (SGS) can make your special event ceremony stand out with a glass art award. What better way is there to acknowledge personal achievements than with a handmade glass award? Call us at 520-884-7814 to talk about the design of the award and what quantities you will require. Request a
- [Creative Aging Exhibit 2021](https://sonoranglass.org/creative-aging/) - Creative Aging Program Learning about art shouldn’t stop at 60 and our Creative Aging Program seeks to solve that problem. This program supports educational events, lectures, workshops, and off-site activities for seniors within the Tucson community. Glass art classes provide an opportunity to learn a new skill, provide a mentally stimulating creative outlet, and create
- [The Science of Glass](https://sonoranglass.org/the-science-of-glass/) - For a printable PDF click here. (11 pages)SummaryGlass is an inorganic solid material that has the atomic structure of a liquid. It is formed by cooling a molten liquid so that the atoms are prevented from arraying into a crystalline formation. In cooling a glass-forming liquid, there is a continuous stiffening of the fluid until
- [About Glass](https://sonoranglass.org/about-glass/) - All About Glass Whether you’re new to glass art, or you’ve been creating with glass for years, there’s a lot to learn. We’ve compiled a Glossary of Glass terms to help you on your learning curve, Weird “Glass” Facts and loads of information about the Science of Glass.For a Glossary of Glass Terms click here.For The Science of
- [Glass At Home](https://sonoranglass.org/glass-at-home/) - [smartslider3 slider="10"] Take Home Kits What age groups?These kits are available for ages 5 and up! How to get started?Choose the project and the combination of glass you would like to use. Where do I get the materials?Glass and materials will be available for pickup at Sonoran Glass School. Kits will include all of the
- [Glossary of Glass Terms](https://sonoranglass.org/glossary-of-glass-terms/) - For a downloadable PDF, click here (27 pages). Know of a term that we missed? Email us at info@sonoranglass.org. A Abrasion The technique of creating shallow decoration by grinding with a wheel or other device. The decorated areas remain unpolished. Acanthus In art, an ornament that resembles the leaves of the species Acanthus spinosus plant.
- [33rd Boro Platoon: Torchworking for US Vets and First Responders](https://sonoranglass.org/33rdboroplatoon/) - The 33rd Boro Platoon is a donor-funded program dedicated to enriching the lives of returning veterans and first responders through glass art education. The program promotes camaraderie and creativity in civilian life. About The Founder Jeff Rutherford is an Iraqi veteran, former Marine, and glass artist. He discovered torchworking through a SGS program with Pima
- [FAQs - Hot Shop](https://sonoranglass.org/faqs-hot-shop/) - Do you ever get burned? On occasion, but they are usually not severe. We take a good deal of precaution to prevent burns especially with beginners and students. The most common burns come from hot tools rather than hot glass. What fires the furnaces? Natural gas and forced air. The fuel is supplied by the
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- [Fundamentals of Torchworking](https://sonoranglass.org/product/fundamentals-of-torchworking/) - Fundamentals of Torchworking Series
- [Drawing in Glass](https://sonoranglass.org/product/drawing-in-glass/) - Drawing in Glass Instructor: Jonathan Russel August 22nd, 2-5pm
- [Spore Orb](https://sonoranglass.org/product/spore-orb/) - Make Your Own Sporb
- [Pipe](https://sonoranglass.org/product/pipe/) - Make Your Own Pipe
- [Friendly Food](https://sonoranglass.org/product/friendly-food/) - Friendly Food August 29th, 2-4pm Instructor: Brian Jacobson Create whimsical tiny food sculptures in this workshop. You will learn to gather glass, use color, and carve glass to create realistic food objects. Add eyes, lips, or whatever strikes your fancy using stringers. No experience required, just a healthy appetite for creating cute objects. All materials and guided instruction are provided. No previous experience required.
- [Introduction to Marbles](https://sonoranglass.org/product/introduction-to-marbles/) - Introduction to Marbles Instructor: Brian Jacobson Class 1: July 11th 3-6pm: Dot Stack and Murrini marbles Class 2: July 18th 3-6pm: Honeycomb and Solid Implosion Class 3: July 25th 3-6pm: Vortex Marbles (SOLD OUT) Class 3 second offering: August 1st 3-6pm: Vortex Marbles Choose to take just one class or enroll in all of them to make a complete set of marbles! To enroll in multiple classes, select the date and click "book now" to add to your cart, then repeat the process for additional classes.
- [Tiny Dinosaurs](https://sonoranglass.org/product/tiny-dinos/) - Tiny Dinosaurs (sold out) July 17th, 6-8pm Instructor: Brian Jacobson Create whimsical tiny dinosaurs in this workshop. You will learn to gather glass, sculpt and carve glass to create your own Brontosaurus. Make it a date and you can make two smooching dinos that will never go extinct. No experience required, all tools and materials provided.
- [Fundamentals of Glass Blowing](https://sonoranglass.org/product/fundamentals-of-glassblowing/) - Fundamentals of Glass Blowing Series
- [Images on Glass Workshop (sold out)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/images-on-glass/) - Images on Glass Workshop with Joseph Cavalieri (sold out) June 29- July 2nd, 9am-5pm
- [Kiln Carving](https://sonoranglass.org/product/kiln-carving/) - Kiln Carving July 18th, 1-3pm Take inspiration from nature and turn it into a beautiful kiln formed artwork. In this workshop, you will use sheet glass and fiber paper to create sculptural fused artworks. You will create two 6x6" pieces using the positive and negative parts of your design. All materials and tools will be provided. No previous experience required.
- [Suncatcher (Outreach)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/outreach-suncatcher/) - Fused Glass @ Roadies - Suncatcher July 6th from 6-8pm
- [Jewelry Dish (Outreach)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/jewelry-dish-outreach/) - Fused Glass @ Roadies - Jewelry Dish August 31st from 6-8pm
- [Windchime (Outreach)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/windchime-outreach/) - Fused Glass @ Roadies - Windchime August 17th from 6-8pm
- [Fused Cactus (Outreach)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/fused-cactus-outreach/) - Fused Glass @ Roadies - Fused Cactus August 3rd from 6-8pm
- [Garden Stakes (Outreach)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/garden-stakes-outreach/) - Fused Glass @ Roadies - Garden Stakes July 20th from 6-8pm
- [Camp Fuego YOUTH (SOLD OUT)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/camp-fuego-youth/) - Camp Fuego YOUTH This exciting week-long camp is designed for young creators aged 8-12, offering a fun and engaging introduction to a variety of glass techniques in our warm shop, along with glassblowing and torchworking demonstrations, plus a day spent sandcasting. From melting and molding to designing and assembling, you'll explore the vibrant possibilities of this fascinating medium. Dates: June 22nd-26th Times: 9-4pm with a BYO lunch break Prerequisite: None
- [Pet Portrait Plates](https://sonoranglass.org/product/pet-portrait-plates/) - Pet Portrait Plate 6:30-8pm Create a one-of-a-kind portrait of your favorite pet using fused glass. In this class, you will use glass paint and colored frit to create an homage to animal roommates. Perfect gift for a pet parent of any kind! Students will complete a 6x6" plate with either a white or transparent background. All materials and tools will be provided.
- [Friday Date Night - Fusing](https://sonoranglass.org/product/friday-date-night-fusing/) - Friday Date Night - Fusing Coasters for up to 8 people
- [Bendy Straws](https://sonoranglass.org/product/bendy-straws/) - July 10th, 6-8pm Instructor: Brian Jacobson Create your own bendy straws in this 2 hour torchworking class. You will use hollow borosilicate glass, a torch, and various tools to bend your straws - the more curves, the more silly it is! All instruction and materials are included in the price of this class and students should expect to create 2-3 straws during the class.
- [Shot Glass](https://sonoranglass.org/product/shot-glass/) - July 24th, 6-8pm Instructor: Brian Jacobson Enjoy a beverage of your choosing out of your own torchworked shot glass. Using a torch and borosilicate glass, learn to apply frit to tubing and shape it into a unique glass. All tools and materials provided, no experience necessary. This class has a minimum enrollment of two students. If the minimum is not met, the class will be canceled and the tuition refunded. Please wear close-toe shoes to all Sonoran Glass School classes. Thank you.
- [Camp Fuego ADULT (SOLD OUT)](https://sonoranglass.org/product/camp-fuego-adult/) - Camp Fuego ADULT Embark on a comprehensive journey into the captivating world of glass art with our week-long summer camp for adults. This intensive program offers a hands-on experience across a variety of glassworking techniques, including fusing, glassblowing, torch working, and coldworking. Whether you're a beginner or have some prior experience, this course provides a stimulating and enriching environment to expand your artistic horizons. Dates: June 15-19 Times: 5-8pm Prerequisite: None
- [Camp Fuego TEEN](https://sonoranglass.org/product/camp-fuego-teen/) - Camp Fuego TEEN Dive into the captivating world of glass art this summer! Join our week-long intensive camp designed for teens aged 13-18 (limited to 8 students) and explore the diverse techniques of working with glass. From the fiery dance of the flame shop to the molten magic of the hot shop, and the intricate artistry of kiln casting and mosaics, you'll experience a hands-on journey through this versatile medium. Dates: June 8-12 Times: 9-4pm with a BYO lunch break Prerequisite: None
- [Warm Shop Rental](https://sonoranglass.org/product/warm-shop-rental/) - Warm Shop Rental
- [Fine Line Plate](https://sonoranglass.org/product/fine-line-plate/) - Make Your Own Fine Line Plate
- [Optic Stringer Plate](https://sonoranglass.org/product/optic-stringer-plate/) - Make Your Own Optic Stringer Plate
- [Platter](https://sonoranglass.org/product/platter/) - Make Your Own Platter
- [Plate](https://sonoranglass.org/product/plate/) - Make Your Own Plate
- [Fused Ornament](https://sonoranglass.org/product/fused-ornament/) - Make Your Own Fused Ornament
- [Coasters](https://sonoranglass.org/product/coasters/) - Make Your Own Coasters
- [Suncatcher](https://sonoranglass.org/product/suncatcher/) - Make Your Own Suncatcher
- [Glass on Glass Mosaics](https://sonoranglass.org/product/glass-on-glass-mosaic/) - Glass on Glass Mosaics May 16th, 11am-1pm Instructor: Linda Jones Glass-on-glass mosaics class is the art of using translucent opaque tesserae on a clear glass base to create a design that mimics stain glass without the use of lead. The class will allow the student to explore glass on glass design, glass cutting, and adhesive application. You will make two 4x4" tiles that reflect and radiate beautiful rays of light. No experience necessary. All tools and supplies included. This class has a minimum enrollment of two students. If the minimum is not met, the class will be canceled, and the tuition refunded. Please wear close-toe shoes to all Sonoran Glass School classes. Thank you.
- [Freeze & Fuse Experience](https://sonoranglass.org/product/freeze-fuse-experience/) - Make Your Own Freeze & Fuse Experience Students in this one-hour workshop experience will use preformed molds to pack with glass powders and that will be frozen and fused into mini glass sculptures. You will be able to make as many forms as you can in one-hour, most students can make between five and ten. Molds will be provided!
- [Friday Date Night - Flowers](https://sonoranglass.org/product/friday-date-night-glassblowing/) - Friday Date Night - Flowers
- [Marble](https://sonoranglass.org/product/marble/) - Make Your Own Marble
- [Furnace Glassblowing I](https://sonoranglass.org/product/furnace-glassblowing-1/) - Furnace Glassblowing I Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00 AM - Noon
- [Furnace Glassblowing II](https://sonoranglass.org/product/furnace-glassblowing-2/) - Furnace Glassblowing II Mondays & Wednesdays, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
- [Advanced Glassblowing](https://sonoranglass.org/product/advanced-glassblowing/) - Advanced Glassblowing Series
- [Glass Reactions](https://sonoranglass.org/product/glass-reactions/) - Glass Reactions April 29th and May 4th, 10am-noon
- [Christmas Pickle](https://sonoranglass.org/product/christmas-pickle/) - Make Your Own Christmas Pickle
- [Space Pendant](https://sonoranglass.org/product/space-pendant/) - Make Your Own Space Pendant
- [Snowman](https://sonoranglass.org/product/snowman/) - Make Your Own Snowman
- [Saguaro Plant Stake](https://sonoranglass.org/product/saguaro-stake/) - Make Your Own Saguaro Stake
- [Pendant](https://sonoranglass.org/product/pendant/) - Make Your Own Pendant
- [Mushroom Teardrop](https://sonoranglass.org/product/mushroom-teardrop/) - Make Your Own Mushroom Teardrop
- [Mushroom Stir Stick](https://sonoranglass.org/product/stir-stick/) - Make Your Own Stir Stick
- [Bead](https://sonoranglass.org/product/bead/) - Make Your Own Bead
- [Pumpkin](https://sonoranglass.org/product/pumpkin/) - Make Your Own Pumpkin
- [Peter's Test](https://sonoranglass.org/product/peters-test/) - Test Product
- [Flower](https://sonoranglass.org/product/flowers/) - Make Your Own Flower
- [Hot Shop Rental](https://sonoranglass.org/product/hot-shop-rental/) - Hot Shop: Studio Rental Information Prerequisites: All First-time renters at Sonoran Glass School (SGS) must complete a safety and equipment orientation with Glass Studio Manager prior to renting the studio. All Hot Shop Renters must adhere to the following safety policies: Eye protection, closed-toed shoes, and natural-fiber clothing (cotton, linen) must be worn. Long hair
- [Flame Shop Open Studio](https://sonoranglass.org/product/flame-shop-open-studio/) - Flame Shop Open Studio $40 for 3 hour rental includes propane & oxygen
- [Cold Shop Rental](https://sonoranglass.org/product/cold-shop-rental/) - Cold Shop Rental
- [Gift Cards](https://sonoranglass.org/product/gift-cards/) - Gift Cards Our gift cards can be purchased for any amount and applied to any Sonoran Glass School class, gallery item, or any combination thereof.
- [Cold Shop Open Studio](https://sonoranglass.org/product/cold-shop-open-studio/) - Cold Shop Open Studio $40 for 3 hour rental
- [Cold Shop Certification](https://sonoranglass.org/product/cold-shop-certification/) - Cold Shop Certification
- [Warm Shop Open Studio](https://sonoranglass.org/product/warm-shop-open-studio/) - Warm Shop Open Studio $30 rental includes 3 hours (does not include kiln firing and glass)
- [Flame Shop Rental](https://sonoranglass.org/product/flame-shop-rental/) - Flame Shop Rental
- [Ornament](https://sonoranglass.org/product/ornament/) - Make Your Own Ornament
- [Paperweight](https://sonoranglass.org/product/paperweight/) - Make Your Own Paperweight
- [Tumbler](https://sonoranglass.org/product/tumbler/) - Make Your Own Tumbler
- [Vase](https://sonoranglass.org/product/vase/) - Make Your Own Vase
- [Bowl](https://sonoranglass.org/product/bowl/) - Make Your Own Bowl
- [Paperweight for Two](https://sonoranglass.org/product/paperweight-for-two/) - Make Your Own Paperweight for Two
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