Hands-On Visitor Program FCAC offers a Hands-On Visitor Program for groups who are interested in learning more about glassblowing and ceramics. This program, designed for visitors ages 16 and older, includes a 20-30 minute glass blowing demonstration and discussion of processes by our Glass Arts Fellow, followed by a 45-minute hand-building pottery project. The item made…
Nov. 2nd, 16th, 23rd, Dec. 7th / 1-3/4 p.m. Kilnforming is the process of shaping glass in a kiln with heat and gravity. One of the properties of this glass is “compatibility”, which allows it to be fused to other pieces of glass in a kiln. When glass is heated in kiln, it becomes soft and…
Instructor Fred Kahl is the featured artist for 3D Printsacola: “Steamroller Edition ,” on November 8th! 3D Printsacola combines machine generative art with hands-on artmaking practices. There will be a massive 8-ton concrete compaction “steamroller” machine rolling through the parking lot across fabric and scrolls of paper with hand-carved blocks beneath them, revealing a beautiful…
“Make Your Own Glass” sessions at First City Art Center are a hands-on glass experience. No previous glassblowing skills needed! Ornaments, Starfish, Paperweights, and Flowers, ages 8+, offered Friday and Saturdays! Cost:$40 / Sign-up: Online MYOG classes can be booked 48+ hours before the appointment time. Cup classes available to groups of 2-4, age 14+,…
Art Parties for Children: Painting, Drawing, Hand-building Pottery, Mixed Media, and More! Art Parties can be scheduled the 2nd and 3rd Saturday of the month, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. Age 3-5: 15 Maximum Participants Age 6-13: 20 Maximum Participants The instructor is responsible for leading the art project, not hosting the party or planning additional…
Glassblowing Fundamentals- 4 Week Course This class is designed to be an introduction to glassblowing, no prior experience needed. It is recommended that interested students sign-up for a “Make Your Own Glass,” experience before enrolling. The cost of the course is $700 for non-members / $600 for members. 50% deposit is required to enroll and…
Glass Hot Shop Open Studio Information Prerequisites: All First-time renters at FCAC must complete a safety and equipment orientation with Glass Studio Manager prior to renting the shop. All renters and Guild members must adhere to the following safety policies: Eye protection, closed-toed shoes, and natural-fiber clothing (cotton, linen) must be worn. Synthetic clothing (spandex,…