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Updated
7/2/08
New
Summer 2008 Workshop: JUST ANNOUNCED
7/25-7/27/08: "Have A Blast"
workshop
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. Summer
Studio hours (if you are calling) are 11am - 5pm PST.
A deposit is required
to hold your space. Credit cards are accepted, as well as
checks & cash!
"Have a Blast with Glass
(and float too)" 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. The workshop is being held at our new studio at
the Carefree Resort & Villas in Carefree Arizona. Carefree is
just north of Phoenix & Scottsdale, in the foothills of
the Sonoran desert. For those who wish to stay at the resort, a
special rate of $69 is offered. This is a tremdous price, at a five
star resort (spa, golf, nightly activities, tennis, and more). And
of course, the only resort with a full time professional glass
studio, gallery & workshop center. For room reservations,
contact Elizabeth in reservations at 480-488-5300. Tell her
that you are attending the workshop at the glass studio, and you
will be given the special rate. In season rates for the rooms
and villas are well over $300 per night. This is a tremdous
deal.
Workshops being scheduled for late summer
and Fall of 2008:
Recycled Glass, Wine bottles & more
" with JEAN
LUTZ. Fusing, slumping, cutting, grinding,
sandblasting of wonderful recycled glass. Recycle you 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.
Molds & Mold Making, slumping and
more
Far Out Fusing: Combing Glass, Vitrograph &
Pattern Bars
Dichroic glass: fusing, slumping and
sandblasting
Iridized Glass (includes fusing,
sandblasting, slumping)
Float Glass - fusing and
more
Glass Sandblasting & Carving
We teach the following processes and
glass techniques:
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Workshops for beginners to
professionals
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Fused &
Kiln Formed Glass
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Sandblasting
& Sandcarving Glass
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Kiln Casting -
intermediate to advanced
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Slumping,
Sagging & Molds
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Fused glass
jewelry
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Dichroic fused
glass
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Glass Combing,
Vitrograph & Pot Melts
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Cold working
& finishing
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Float &
Optical Glass - fusing, slumping, sandblasting &
more
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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
2004
 
  
  
PEGGY PETTIGREW STEWART is the director and principal of the
studio. Her work has
been featured in numerous magazines. You can find her unique glass
art in the fine art galleries around the USA. Most recently her
piece "Windtalker" was juried into the prestigous "Live Auction" at
the Glass Art Society International Conference in St Louis (June
2006). Her work has been featured in several publications and
on television recently. Scottsdale
Magazine (Extrodinary ordinary women), Arizona Republic-Scottsdale edition,
Desert Advocate, Sonoran Living (ABC 15)
Television show, Arizona Business Journal
"Focus On Luxury", Southwest Art
Magazine, Crafts Report, and
others.
Glass fusing workshops with PEGGY PETTIGREW STEWART. Fall 2006
Workshops are being scheduled now. We will have weekly
workshops and studio time. For information, click on our workshops
page, or on this link: workshops .
NEW
ADDITION to this
website,
"GLASS FUSING TIPS
& LAGNIAPPES" A glass "how to" and special notes
section. This is a place where you can find information &
instructions on fusing, slumping, mold making & of course
Sandblasting & Sandcarving! With Links added so that you
have the latest information about where to buy supplies, what to
buy, and also where to find more in depth information about
any of the above subjects.
POSSIBILITIES! - we create possibilities! At the same time, we have
fun. We enjoy having all levels of students in our studio. Beware,
you might get addicted to glass! We have programs (fun at all
levels) for all experience - from very beginning to professional.
Don't be afraid to try our
workshops!
FUSING TIPS & INSTRUCTIONS
SHEET is now online.
Click Fusing Tips to go directly to our new page. Look for more pages
(and tips) each week.
RETURNING - our Tales of the Creek
funnies............ Well now it is Carefree Tails (yep - tails not
tales). Look for the ongoing stories (tales and tails) here each
week. Lots of fun.
WORKSHOPS &
STUDIO RENTAL TIME:
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STUDIO TIME (drop in):
anytime during business hours
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FULLY AIR CONDITIONED & HEATED
STUDIO
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For information about other workshops, click
this link: "Workshops"
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Winter
2008 Hours: Closed Sunday & Monday. Open 12-5
Tues-Sat
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Extended
hours by appointment
Desert Glasshopper Studio has
MOVED!
Desert
Glasshopper Studio has finally moved into our fabulous new
studio at the Carefree Resort & VIllas.. This move allows us to
offer more workshops & more often. Weekly studio time, and one
of the most incredible workshop facilities anywhere. We will
be offering world class workshops, and accomodations.
Workshops and classes for everyone (beginning through
professional). Our new home is at the fabulous. And we
offer day & evening programs.
Desert
Glasshopper Studio & Gallery @ the
CAREFREE RESORT & VILLAS
in Carefree Arizona. Located at 37220 N. Mule Train Road,
Carefree 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
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Please visit our
online photo glass
gallery. Click "PICTURES"
** More links below,
scroll WAY
DOWN this page for links, pages &
info.
Desert Glasshopper
Studio
Mailing address: P O Box 264, Cave Creek
AZ 85327
Street Address: 37220 N.
Mule Train Road, at the Carefree Resort &
Villas in Carefree Arizona. Casita 3065
Studio: (480)
488-2425, Fax: (480) 488-6384
Email: GlasshopperAz@aol.com |
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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
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