Guest Instructor - Dan Alexander (Advanced)

Calling all Glass Enthusiasts!

OGC is welcoming artist in residence Dan Alexander, a renowned glass artist who specializes in creating optical illusions in his large-scale pieces using intricate colour designs with advanced bar and murrine techniques. 

Dan’s resume is packed with impressive experience, including studying with Maestro Davide Salvadore in Murano, Italy, and being a lead gaffer at the Corning Museum of Glass, just to name a couple. Nowadays, through his non-profit studio Art, Education, Gathering Inc. (St. Petersburg, Florida), Dan is no stranger to strengthening the community through artist education and outreach. Learn more about Dan on his website and on his Instagram.

During his time at OGC, Dan will be offering this fully hands-on workshop. Over the 3 days, students will learn about the unique techniques that Dan uses to create his masterpieces. There is also a Beginner workshop available as well as opportunities to observe Dan create pieces of his own during the week while he is visiting.

• three - 8hr classes
• $499 + hst per student (non-members) OR $449 + hst (members)
• 4 students per class
• This workshop, suitable for more experienced glass blowers, will focus on creating advanced patters using various colour techniques, including bar and murrine work

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