List of Glass Blowing Classes in Arkansas
Arkansas is a southern state in the Ozarks region. The state is well known for its mountains, caves, rivers, and hot springs.
The natural beauty of Arkansas makes it a premier place for hiking, camping, and other outdoor recreation.
While the state of Arkansas has much to offer outside, its indoor activities are just as exciting. Glass blowing is one many experiences that visitors and residents alike can enjoy.
The following are two of the best places to learn glass blowing in Arkansas.
Whether you are brand new to the craft or want to brush up on your skills, the experienced glass artists at these studios will help you gain a better understanding of glass methods.
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1) Arkansas Craft School
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing, flameworking
- Classes: small group, weekdays, weekends, afternoons
- Price: Contact for pricing information
- Website: https://arkansascraftschool.org/shop/workshops
- Telephone: (870) 269-8397
- Location: 101 N. Peabody Ave. Mountain View, AR 72560
Arkansas Craft School (ACS) is a non profit arts organization that is dedicated to sharing the joy of traditional crafts with its community.
Class sizes at ACS are kept small to ensure that each student receives individualized instruction.
Glass working classes at Arkansas Craft School sell out fast, so make sure to check their website frequently for updates. The School is currently offering bead making classes. These are great classes for those new to flameworking and hot glass processes.
2) Riley Art Glass Studio
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, demonstrations
- Price: Free
- Website: https://www.rileyartglass.com/
- Telephone: (501) 318-6193
- Location: 710 W. Grand Ave. Hot Springs, AR 71913 (55 miles southwest of Little Rock)
Riley Art Glass Studio is Hot Springs’ premier glass blowing center. The studio is owned and operated by the Riley brothers: Charles and Michael.
The pair has been blowing glass since 2006 and work so well together that they hardly have to speak. Their studio is located in an old fire station.
Visitors are welcome to watch the Riley brothers blow glass. Demonstrations are free and open to all ages. This is a great way to learn more about the glass blowing process without participating hands-on.