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Old 2015-01-05, 7:15am
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Question Best Beginner Workshop(s)?

Hello everyone. I just joined the site a few days ago. What I'm looking for is info on Beginner Workshops in the 4 corners area (Colorado, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico) I live rather remotely and it's common to driving 3 hours at least for real groceries, so I don't mind having to drive for a good quality workshop, preferably over the course of a few days. (Also interested in enameling)

An online workshop would be OK...but...what I really need is some hands on, in person, training, but if you also have a good suggestion on a good quality, comprehensive, workshop, those suggestions would be appreciated to. I can find tons of stuff online, but, I have no real working knowledge of which are really worth the time and money. Heck, even suggestions on what NOT to invest my time and money in would be great too!

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thank you kindly, and happy Monday
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Old 2015-01-05, 7:28am
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You'd have to fly, but Marley at BeadCamp in Florida (Nokomis, south of Sarasota) might be a good place to start. You can read about classes at the website, and then email her for more info.
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Old 2015-01-05, 9:00am
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Hi and welcome!
I have another "not-in-your-area" suggestion. Kate Fowle Meleney offers a fantastic weekend extensive course for beginners. She is located in Narragansett, Rhode Island though.

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Welcome!

I found a local ISGB page that deals just with the Four Corners area .

Even if you don't want to join the International Society of Glass Beadmakers (my membership lapsed a few years back) it might give you an idea of whats available near you. Just browsing the pages, it looks like thy have several links per state, so you'll have some choice in where you get your supplies.

I'd also chime in with an out-of-state 'gem' - the awesome Pacific Art Glass in Gardena, CA - they have a huge supply (and do online sales) and hold classes all the time. They're my local store and I'm sure they'd be able to point you in the direction of something more local to you, if you draw a blank with other resources.
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Old 2015-01-05, 10:40am
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There are a couple of schools/studios in AZ that I've heard good things about (but don't know specifically about their beginner classes). Look up the Sonoran Glass School (Tucson) and Beyond the Torch (Scottsdale).
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Old 2015-01-05, 6:06pm
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Thank you everyone for replying! I now have some good information...and places to start with. Thank you again!
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Old 2015-01-10, 11:01pm
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Try the Melting Point in Sedona, AZ. New glass studio, state of the art.
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Old 2015-01-11, 8:17am
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The Mesa Art Center has some great classes
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Old 2015-01-22, 9:30pm
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Not in your area, but if you are ever in Atlanta, GA. FlameTree Glass has the best in beginner Flameworking workshops! 11 plus years glowing and growing stronger everyday! Beginner to Advanced Classes in soft and hard glass.
State of the art facility with 10 stations, and much much more! Climate controlled, and proper ventilation! Multiple kilns, over 24 torches in house!
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Historic Roswell, GA 30075
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Old 2015-02-07, 6:26pm
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Oh my. We don't live in AZ but plan on a visit this year. I just checked out the Melting Point and it looks like it has wonderful classes. I think we better plan our trip so I can attend one.
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Old 2015-02-12, 10:28am
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There are a couple of classes for beginners at Glasscraft & Bead Expo this year in Las Vegas. The classes are from April 8th - 12th. Lots of good classes. I'm teaching a beginning bead class and a glass flowers class - both which are directed towards folks who have never done lamp working before.


Check it out.

Lisa
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Old 2015-02-24, 7:05am
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also not in your area but Snow Farm in western Massachusetts has week long workshops in a spectacular setting. room and board are included for around $800. It's total immersion.
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