List of Glass Blowing Classes in Idaho 2023 [Updated]
Idaho’s diverse landscapes, picturesque small towns and bustling cities are the perfect sources of inspiration for artists of all mediums.
Glass art forms like glass blowing are popular in the state. Idaho’s capital city of Boise is a hub for working artists and glass instructors.
Two of the three classes described below are located in Boise. Anyone living in the Boise area or the eastern side of Idaho should consider taking a class in the capital.
We have also included a studio on the western side of the state. No matter where you are located, there are several high-quality glass blowing opportunities in Idaho.
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1) Boise Art Glass
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing, flameworking
- Classes: small group, private, demonstrations, 30 minutes to 20 hours
- Price: $25-$650
- Website: https://www.boiseartglass.com/
- Telephone: (208) 345-1825
- Location: 1124 W. Front St. Boise, ID 83702
Boise Art Glass was founded in 2004 and specializes in creating sculptures, chandeliers, jewelry, and more. The studio includes a retail space and learning workshops.
Flameworking and glass blowing classes are offered for students of all experience levels. Flameworking or torchworking classes range in length from 2 to 10 hours long. Students can choose from public or private instruction.
Projects at the torch include pendants, icicles, keychains, and wine stoppers.
Glass blowing classes at Boise Art Glass are appropriate for complete beginners and more experienced artists. Classes cover tool use, color application, and fundamental techniques.
Students can choose to create ornaments, paperweights, bowls, soap and oil bottles, cups, and vases. Class prices vary depending on the chosen project and length of class time.
2) Zion Warne Studios
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing
- Classes: small group, private
- Price: $85-$180
- Website: https://www.zionartglass.com/
- Telephone: (208) 761-6402
- Location: 3242 W. Chinden Blvd. Garden City, ID 83714 (2 miles west of downtown Boise)
Zion Warne Studios is owned and operated by Zion Warne. He worked with ceramics before learning glass blowing in 1996.
Warne offers private and team building opportunities for beginner glass blowers. The price of classes varies depending on the number of participants.
Project options include paperweights, vases, and more.
3) Poky Art Glass Studio
- Type: general glass art, glass blowing, flameworking
- Classes: small group, 1 hour classes, weekdays
- Price: $25
- Website: https://pokyglassart.com/
- Telephone: (208) 251-7837
- Location: 515 N. Main St. Pocatello, ID 83201
Poky Art Glass Studio offers introductory flameworking classes for an affordable price. Beginners can make beads and pendants in the hour-long class.
Scheduling is flexible with most weekdays available.