ONLY CLASSES OFFERED ARE AT THE MOREAN MUSEUM - LEVEL 1
Level 1 Beginning Flameworking Techniques
Level 3 Flameworking Intermediate Workshops
Level 2 Beginning Flameworking Techniques
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Level 1 Classes
Melanie is a master flamework sculpture artist who resides in St. Petersburg, FL. She will be teaching a flameworking class at the Morean Museum starting in January, 2022. This weekly, 3 hour session for 4 weeks, is an introduction to solid, flameworked sculpture techniques and torch work. She will introduce you to set up safety procedures, materials and glass, how to use gravity with use of arm and hand positioning, and the beginning techniques to make a small sculpture. Everyone will be allowed to work and progress at their own pace but by the end of the 4-week session you will have the opportunity to hopefully make a few of your own pieces to take home!
Materials, glass, safety wear, and tools will be provided by the Morean Museum. If you wear glasses, please let us know so we can provide clip on style of lenses for use over your glasses.
Age limit: 17 years of age.
Wear comfortable, close toed shoes and light clothing, it does get warm! Please sign up online at https://moreanartscenter.org/classes/beginning-flameworking-with-melanie-cech/
Level 2 Beginning Flameworking Techniques
Level 3 Flameworking Intermediate Workshops
Level 2 Beginning Flameworking Techniques
Level 2 classes
- Basic beginning hand positions and techniques with glass rods
- Introducing color
- Fusing and heat applications
- Pulling techniques and practice techniques
- Intro to small, simple design and sculpture
Private instruction and hands on traning
All materials included
Call to schedule-
All classes being held at the Morean Museum in Downtown St. Petersburg, FL
Level 3 Flameworking Intermediate Workshops
Level 3 Flameworking Intermediate Workshops
Level 3 Classes
- Applying tecniques learned in beginning torch technique classes
- Adding pulling and fusing techniques
- Different tips for torches to make jewelry
- Introducing frit
- Where to buy glass and Primaterials
- How to make more complex sculptures
- Safety procedures and equipment needed to build your private studio or workspace
Private instruction and hands on training
All classes will be held at the Morean Museum in downtown St. Petersburg, FL
Flexibile class schedule available
All materials included
Level 4 - Flameworking Classes including techniques in jewelry and larger torch techninques
Level 4 - Flameworking Classes including techniques in jewelry and larger torch techninques
Level 4 Classes will cover:
- Using a small jewelry tip to create small jewelry including pendants and earrings
- Building larger, more complex sculpture
- Endurance behind flame
- Color layering with color rod and frit colors
- Working on 4 stud, Phantom torch, and adding foot pedal
- Applying detail to larger work
- Designing your own work
- Testing on procedures and techniques learned.
$2200 - 45 hours
12 -14 week session
Flexible class scheduling
Private, one on one training
Call to discuss
Level 5 - Flameworking Intermediate Classes
Level 4 - Flameworking Classes including techniques in jewelry and larger torch techninques
Level 6 - Flameworking Apprenticeships, Ongoing Workshops, and Career Opportunities
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Level 5 Continuing Education classes and workshops will cover:
- Using both torches to complete complex flameworked
torch designs
- Sculptural human and body figurines
- Making your own sculptures and jewelry
- How to create your personal brand in glass art
- Marketing, email campaigns, facebook, website, and connecting all to your brand
- Networking
- Calculating cost and expense as a flamework artist and how to be profitable in the business
Session fees to be discussed when scheduling
Level 6 - Flameworking Apprenticeships, Ongoing Workshops, and Career Opportunities
Level 4 - Flameworking Classes including techniques in jewelry and larger torch techninques
Level 6 - Flameworking Apprenticeships, Ongoing Workshops, and Career Opportunities
The skills and techniques taught during a 3- 6 month workshop will be skills that will teach you many valuable life lessons. Once learned, with practice, you will be able to develop your creativity, thought process, organizational skills, and hand/eye coordination. Learning is a long, slow process, and it takes many years to master.
Applications and cost of apprenticeship are available upon request. An interview process is required and careful considerations are made in accepting new applicants.
Additional information on virtual sessions
VIRTUAL SESSIONS ARE BEING EDITED AND COMPLETED BY SPRING, 2025. PRESALE ORDERS TAKING PLACE NOW - Melanie Cech Glass - Glass Artwork Shop, Online Glass Store
Whether you are looking to learn flameworked glass as a hobby or if you wish to make it a full - time career, the benefits gained from the VIRTUAL workshop series will teach you how to practice my unique techniques, focus, strength of mind, and creativity which will last a lifetime! Being able to make a living with your hands and learning how to tap into your creative energy can help you in all aspects of life and makes this a worthy investment in yourself!
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