Updated June 2009

2009 Workshops: 

Note:  We are opening our new Flagstaff studio June 2009. Look for major workshops for July & August 2009. With very special guest artists & teachers.  Check back soon for dates & information.

"Have a Blast with Glass- Float Glass & Verre Eglomise"

1/23/09-1/25/09:  GLASTAR WORKSHOP - Chatsworth CA  

Taught by Peggy Pettigrew Stewart, with Keith Jones & Jean Lutz

This fabulous workshop is being taught at the Glastar Factory in Southern California.  Not only will you get to use (and learn to use) the state-of-the-art equipment, you will also be able to tour the factory, meet Lori Mitchell the President, and see all the new equipment that will be on the market in the near future.  The workshop is inside, but in a beautiful area of Southern California. Burbank Airport and hotels are close by.  Call us and we will help you with reservations in the area.

To reserve your space, call the studio at 480-488-2425.  You can also email us at GlasshopperAz@aol.com , or fax to 480-488-6384.  Class size is limited, so that each student will get the maximum time learning.    A deposit is required to hold your space.  Credit cards are accepted, as well as checks & cash!

"Have a Blast with Glass- Float Glass & Verre Eglomise" with  PEGGY PETTIGREW STEWART, KEITH JONES & JEAN LUTZ.  This is a rare opportunity to work with these three master glass artists.  Each student will learn sandblasting, sandcarving and the beautiful Verre Eglomise technique  of reverse (intaglio) carving.  This technique will also introduce each student to the art of intaglio painting and inlay of copper, gold or silver metals.  This process can be used to make beautiful bowls, vessels, sculpture, furniture, tables, sinks, and much more!  We will be working with the kiln and some fusing too.   No experience is required. However this class is suitable for anyone with or without experience. The "River To The Sea" vessel (above) is a sample of Verre Eglomise and the intaglio carving.  Class size is limited. Learn to make beautiful art pieces, vessels even sinks & tables!  Three days of workshop, with three instructors.  Lots of time with the equipment and instructors.

Each student will take home a minimum of four completed pieces, including at least one (or more) major piece (18").  This process is the first class of some beautiful ways of creating glass art: functional, fine art, crafts and more.  The technique can be combined with fused or cast glass.  It can be used on ANY type of glass too.  This is a technique that will change your glass art forever.  And yes, you can use this process to make large vessels, and even sinks.  Furniture too!  Small things work too................

Three full days of workshop, factory tours, materials, samples, and side trips, three instructors and lots of work time.  Price:  $700.  Some scholarships & discounts are available, call us for details. 

Workshops being scheduled for Fall of 2009:

Recycled Glass,  Wine bottles & more "  taught by JEAN LUTZ.  Jean is an incredible glass & ceramics artist.  She will have you Fusing, slumping, cutting, grinding, sandblasting wonderful recycled glass. Recycle your glass bottles into functional and decorative items.  You will have an opportunity to learn and use techniques that include: sandblasting, drilling holes, glass paints, kiln forming and more. 

Workshops with by Peggy Pettigrew Stewart (and friends):

Verre' Eglomise: The marriage of the kiln & sandcarved glass intaglio

Kiln casting and kiln formed glass (beginning to professional level)

Molds & Mold Making

Far Out Fusing: Combing Glass, Vitrograph & Pattern Bars

Dichroic glass: fusing, slumping and sandblasting 

Iridized Glass (includes fusing, sandblasting, slumping & irid sandwich)

Float Glass - fusing and more

Glass Sandblasting & Carving

Fused Glass Jewelry: more than fusing (coldworking included)

Coldworking Glass: Learn to use Lathes, wetbelt sanders, lap wheels and more

We teach the following processes and glass techniques:

• Workshops for beginners to professionals
• Fused & Kiln Formed Glass
• Sandblasting & Sandcarving Glass
• Kiln Casting - intermediate to advanced
• Slumping, Sagging & Molds
• Fused glass jewelry
• Dichroic fused glass
• Glass Combing, Vitrograph & Pot Melts
• Cold working & finishing
• Float & Optical Glass - fusing, slumping, sandblasting & more
• Architectural glass art, functional furniture and more

"POSSIBILITIES !  I teach possibilities, not projects. My goal is to inspire, excite, encourage & educate. I will teach you techniques & processes. You provide creative ideas & your vision, and ANYTHING is possible!" - Peggy Pettigrew Stewart  2009

Desert Glasshopper Studio & Gallery locations:

Carefree Studio: Carefree Resort & Villas,  37220 N. Mule Train Road, Carefree AZ.

Flagstaff Studio:  27 S. Mikes Pike, Flagstaff AZ

The Carefree "Inn" as locals call it, began life in the 60's as a 5 Star hotel. Home to many of celebrities of the day: Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Dick Van Dyke, Amanda Blake, Hugh Downs, Marilyn Monroe, and many others.   Recently, West Paces Management has taken over the facility and is turning it into a beautiful new western and art experience (for guests and the public). When you think of the Ritz Carlton, think West Paces Group. This beautiful hotel is being brought to life with a new focus and passion!The Cultural & Destination Activities Center at the Carefree Resort is where you will find our studio and workshop. We will have a beautiful new workshop, studio & gallery.

The glass art of Peggy Pettigrew Stewart can be seen online at: www.DesertGlassHopper.com

nformation call:  

DESERT GLASSHOPPER STUDIO & Education Center Phone: (48088-2425    Fax: (480) 488-6384             Email: FireAndFusion@aol.com  or GlassHopperAz@aol.com

Visitors are always welcome at our studio &  showroom.  Need directions?  Go to "DIRECTIONS" page.  Our address is: 6051 E. Hidden Valley Drive - Studio #1,  P.O.Box 264,  Cave Creek, AZ 85327-0264