UrbanGlass, founded in 1977, is the largest artist-access glass center in the United States, offering a comprehensive education program at every skill level. With a faculty of renowned artists and designers, UrbanGlass provides inspiration and resources to artists from around the world.
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Founded in 1977 by artists Richard Yelle and Erik Erikson as the New York Experimental glass workshop, UrbanGlass was the first artist access glass center in the United States and is now the largest. Previously, those interested in working in glass could only do so at art schools, in factories or by building their own studios. When UrbanGlass opened its doors, glass as an art medium became available for the first time to a wide range of artists at an affordable price.
Today, the facility of UrbanGlass serves as the primary studio of over 150 artists each year. In addition to the artist access studio, UrbanGlass offers a comprehensive education program of classes, workshops and intensives at every skill level from novice to professional in a wide variety of glassworking techniques, including glassblowing, hot casting, kiln casting, lampworking, fusing, slumping, neon, mosaics, stained glass and coldworking. Over 500 students a year come from around the world to study and work with a faculty that includes world renowned artists and designers and acknowledged glass masters. Through the depth and variety of its programs, UrbanGlass continues to be a distinctive and influential presence in the glass field and the most important East Coast center and resource for artists wishing to experiment with glass.
Situated in New York City, the art capital of the world, UrbanGlass enjoys access to a wealth of cultural resources, including dozens of world class museums and thousands of galleries and exhibition spaces. Here, at the fertile interface of art, opera, theater, design, fashion, music and cuisine, UrbanGlass artists and students find inspiration and context to transform and inform their lives and their art.
Classes at UrbanGlass offer students of all ages the opportunity to explore the endless possibilities of glass. Educational programming includes everything from classes for teens to master classes for professional artists. Weekly classes, week-long intensives, and two-day workshops make learning at UrbanGlass available to students of all levels and interests.
Notes:
Preparing for class
It is recommended that students bring notebooks and water bottles to in person classes. All basic materials and supplies needed for the class will be provided. If students wish to use specific tools or materials not supplied in class they are responsible for obtaining these items themselves.
Studio Attire
For your safety, protective eyewear must be worn at all times in all areas of the UrbanGlass Studio. We will provide appropriate eyewear for your use. Appropriate work clothes are also required. Flammable or synthetic fabrics, sandals and open-toe shoes are not allowed. Long hair must be tied back.
Reviews of UrbanGlass
(4.6-star rating across
55 reviews)
Neon 101
Reviewed by Yasmin L. on 2/12/2024
Amazing class. Teaching staff was very knowledgeable and patient, I learned a lot and highly recommend anyone interested in neon to go for this class!
Intro to Beads
Reviewed by Mary Elizabeth W. on 1/28/2024
exactly what we wanted
Intro to Stained Glass-Color Theory
Reviewed by Sandra F. on 8/21/2023
I didn’t feel very well so I left early day one and couldn’t attend day 2.
Stained Glass Weekend
Reviewed by Sandra F. on 12/19/2022
It was great. The teacher, Sacha, and her assistant, Sueng, were terrific. I learned a lot. Would take classes with them again any time.
One Day Mosaics
Reviewed by Helen C. on 12/13/2022
Loved this class. I wish it ran maybe one hour longer but for the most part it was great. Wonderful facility. Very informative and fun teacher. I would highly recommend.
One Day Mosaics
Anonymous review on 10/24/2022
Great introduction to mosaics for first-timers. I suggest coming prepared with an idea of what design you'd like to create, and pack a lunch or snack with you, since it is 6 hours long. You'll also get to learn about UrbanGlass's different areas of work. This class was a rewarding way to spend a Sunday, and I highly recommend it to all!
One Day Mosaics
Reviewed by David M. on 9/25/2022
It was great fun day to try something I always wanted to do..
Colorful Catch-All: Stained Glass Weekend
Anonymous review on 2/17/2020
Great access to tools and materials in an open space - Urban Glass seems like a very cool place...
On the class itself, I would have liked some instructions and Project templates to “take away” - ie, a bit more structure with the process, do’s and dont’s, because who will remember all of the complexity of stained glass object construction with a crash course over 2 days? Also - no info on whether or how to use the studio space where we met for two days after the class...
Designing with Glass
Reviewed by Taili W. on 1/28/2020
Super detailed and fun exercise. Amazing teacher and friendly facility, strongly recommended!
Intro to Stained Glass Weekend
Anonymous review on 10/8/2019
It was a great class, overcame some fears of cutting glass, learned a lot about glass
Holiday Ornaments (All Ages)
Reviewed by Summer W. on 12/15/2018
This class was way more than we expected, it was very hands on and we learned a lot of basic beginner techniques. The instructors were knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend.
Wooden Molds in the Hot Shop
Reviewed by Alan Dorsey D. on 11/7/2018
An excellent overview of a very specific sub-genre of woodworking. However, I would not recommend it for a general audience as the tools and techniques described are very unusual and the processes difficult to reproduce by the non-expert. For those with a woodturning or glassblowing background it will be fascinating.
Colorful Catch-All: Stained Glass Weekend
Reviewed by Lauren B. on 9/11/2018
The class was great! I came in having Zero experience and I left with my own panel that I’m super happy with :) you’ll learn everything you need to know to get started with stained glass. I’m looking forward to making more creations in the future now. Totally would recommend.
Piece It Together: Stained Glass Design
Reviewed by Brad F. on 6/18/2018
Great instructor, nice facility, had a great time and learned a lot. Exactly what I was looking for.
Stained Glass and 3D Sculptures
Anonymous review on 4/23/2018
Great introduction to stained glass and 3D modeling. Accommodating if you came with ideas but also fine for those of us who didn’t.
Colorful Catch-All: Stained Glass Weekend
Reviewed by Star K. on 4/17/2018
Laura and Deane were great! They were very informative, approachable, amiable and very knowledgeable. One suggestion is that I would have loved a cheat sheet so I could remember all the tools, steps and great tips they shared.
Colorful Catch-All: Stained Glass Weekend
Reviewed by Tessa C. on 4/16/2018
This was a great class. You can come in with no knowledge of how to make stained glass and leave with your own panel piece. Since everyone works at their own pace on different projects, there were never too many people standing around waiting for instruction on the next part. If you were waiting, it was up to you to get the instructor's attention and the instruction you received never felt rushed. Speaking of, Laura and Deanne were excellent teachers.
I definitely recommend good shoes since you are standing for most of the 14 hours!
Stained Glass 101
Reviewed by Clif E on 4/3/2018
Cool (not the temperature kind), clean and friendly place. They must have a lot of sense...they hired the famous James Akers to teach a class.
Casting Form Forum
Reviewed by Allen C on 4/3/2018
I took couple classes there and yes the place is amazing. At first glance you might think the price on the courses are high, but no, they are not. I love the 10 weeks programs and the instructors are extremely helpful ( most of them are full time artists, so you get to see some crazy stuff they make for their clients) in many ways. The place contains a hot shop where you deal with got glass for blowing or sculpting, a neon shop/ jewelery shop, a casting shop, cold shop, lots of kilms, annealers and a gallery. You can rent studio time with a good price, if you are a student there you can even get a discount!
Take a look, you will defiantly be amazed.
Casting Form Forum
Reviewed by Joseph U on 4/3/2018
The facilities are one of the very best in the world. The Faculty and Staff are all accomplished artists. They are all wonderfully skilled and helpful. Of course it is fantastic to learn to use glass in an environment full of Positive Energy!
Students who attended classes at UrbanGlass had mostly positive feedback about their experiences. They appreciated the knowledgeable and friendly instructors and the access to tools and materials in the facility. Many students mentioned that they learned a lot and felt that the classes were informative and hands-on. Some students mentioned specific techniques they learned, such as cutting glass and basic beginner techniques in stained glass. Others mentioned that they were able to overcome fears and gained confidence in working with glass. Overall, students highly recommended taking classes at UrbanGlass, especially for individuals interested in learning about glass art.
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- "I took a couple of classes there and yes the place is amazing. I love the 10 weeks programs and the instructors are extremely helpful. The place contains a hot shop where you deal with hot glass for blowing or sculpting, a neon shop/jewelry shop, a casting shop, cold shop, lots of kilns, annealers and a gallery."
- "I learned a lot. Would take classes with them again any time."
- "This class was super amazing, I booked the class for my husband's birthday because he has always been interested in flameworking/glassblowing. At first we were super nervous about working with fire and glass but our instructors made sure we were well prepared and it was very much hands-on so that you can feel comfortable."
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