Service Description

This class includes instruction from 12pm - 4pm each session, with incorporated practice time until 7pm. In this two session 'mini' masterclass, you will learn Maria's method for how she creates her signature 'Gems' rock glasses and 'Gelatin' bowls. The class will cover techniques involved in the full glassblowing process of making her thick-bottomed vessels. The class will also cover Maria's favorite subject, color, with overview of various color application she uses in her work, including veil murrine. The focus of the class is on fun use of color with an emphasis on refining technique to create simple yet visually clean forms. Prerequisites: able to make a simple rocks glass to spec, experience with pulling cane or murrine, and recommended experience doing a stuffed cup. Please inquire if you have any questions on past experience recommended to get the most out of the class.

Cancellation Policy

For help with your booking contact info@publicglass.org Cancellation Policy: No credit or refund can be issued if a cancellation occurs 9 days or less before your class date. This helps us guarantee stable wages for our hard-working artist instructors. If a cancellation occurs 10 days or more before the start of class, please submit a written request to operations@publicglass.org as soon as you know of a possible conflict. Your account will be credited with the cost of the class. You can apply this credit to a future class, our online shop, or event. Please email operations@publicglass.org to use the credit on your account. Excessive rescheduling will result in an administrative fee. ​ Online class registration closes 2 days before the first session. For late registration, questions or guidance on our programs, please email us at: info@publicglass.org. As a small nonprofit, our goal is to keep access to the studios affordable and to employ the independent artists who have committed to teach you. Monetary refunds are issued at the discretion of management. In the rare case that we are able to issue a refund, our processing platforms will keep a minimum of 10% non-refundable fees. Keeping the credit on your account is highly encouraged. It ensures that you get to keep 100% of your credit while supporting our artists and community. Thank you for your support and understanding.

Contact Details

• 1750 Armstrong Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94124

  415-671-4916

  Operations@publicglass.org