EVENTS
“Okeanos”, 2016, bamboo, steel, glass, waxed linen thread. 35″ x 82″ x 6″, Private Collection, Photo by Dan KvitkaHello, and thanks for visiting!
Below you will find listed bamboo or glass classes in my studio and other places, shows, lectures, and other events I am a part of. If you would like to know more about any of these events or register please follow the link provided or feel free to email my through my contact page if the class takes place in the Beaverton/Aloha studio.
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September 2018
“Bamboo” group show, Viewpoints Gallery, Maui September 16-October 14, 2018
A group of artists will show work using the theme of bamboo.
Find out more »October 2018
The Northwest Designer Craftsmen show, Washington State Convention Center
Works by members of the Northwest Designer Craftsman 705 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101 7am to 10pm daily Level 2 Main Galleria Sunday October 7 - Everyone is invited to: Artists Opening Reception at 1:30 Curator Lloyd Herman’s presentation at 1:45 At 3:00 we will walk to Facere Gallery for a Reception 1420 5th Ave Everyone is welcome
Find out more »Portland Open Studio tour
Two weekends October 13-14 and October 20-21 Every year dozens of artists in the Portland area open their studios to the public to talk about, share, and sell their work. This year I will be too! Come by to see my bamboo and glass studio, hear about my process, and see what little and big goodies I have available. More information and a map can be found in Portland Monthly Magazine. More information can be found at https://portlandopenstudios.com/
Find out more »Portland Open Studios tour
This year I will be participating in Portland Open Studios. A preview show of all the artists participating kicks off the event. Come and say hi! The tour guide is in the October issue of the Portland Monthly Magazine. I will have lots of large sculptures to see as well as small goodies to purchase. https://portlandopenstudios.com/thetour/
Find out more »November 2018
Sitka Invitational
Sitka Invitational, November 3 – 4 2018 , Located in Miller Hall at the World Forestry Center Experience nature-inspired artwork in a variety of mediums and interpretations. Our 25th annual Art Invitational will showcase 350+ works of sculpture, ceramics, paintings, metalwork, glass, fiber arts, book arts and prints, by more than 130 Northwest artists. The event kicks off with a party with the artists on Friday evening. Sales are shared 50/50 which helps support the Northwest art community as well…
Find out more »Fused glass menorah
Glass fusing is an exciting art form that is continually expanding its boundaries in both techniques and sculptural forms. Materials such as frit, stringer, sheet glass, confetti and frit balls are used in these basic classes, where students will learn, first through demonstration then doing, about how these glass materials are transformed in a kiln to create delightful objects. A small talk about how glass is fired in a kiln will be given, but the instructor will fire your work…
Find out more »Make a Fused Glass Menorah
Glass fusing is an exciting art form that is continually expanding its boundaries in both techniques and sculptural forms. Materials such as frit, stringer, sheet glass, confetti and frit balls are used in these basic classes, where students will learn, first through demonstration then doing, about how these glass materials are transformed in a kiln to create delightful objects. A small talk about how glass is fired in a kiln will be given, but the instructor will fire your work…
Find out more »Fused Glass Christmas Ornaments
Make up to four 2” x 2” Christmas ornaments or sun catchers to give away as gifts or keep for yourself. Come with your own ideas or be inspired by one of the teachers examples! Clear sheet glass will be used as a base. Projects will be tack fused, leaving interesting an interesting textural surface for light to bounce off of. Materials such as frit, stringer, sheet glass, confetti and frit balls are used in these basic classes, where students…
Find out more »December 2018
Create/make: Fused Glass Christmas Ornaments
Do you want to make a handmade unique gift for your loved one? My studio is the perfect place for that! Make up to four 2” x 2” Christmas ornaments or sun catchers to give away as gifts or keep for yourself. Come with your own ideas or be inspired by one of the teachers examples! Clear sheet glass will be used as a base. Projects will be tack fused, leaving interesting an interesting textural surface for light to bounce…
Find out more »January 2019
Sweetie gift workshop, fused glass jewelry
Looking for a unique and personal gift for your valentines day gifts? Come play with glass! Learn a little about fused glass while making jewelry for your sweetie. Lots of tiny colorful and sparkly pieces of glass will be used to make small pendants, earrings, or brooches. Students will be guided through the process of assembling small parts to create gifts. Students can make in between one and eight gifts/jewelry items, depending on how quickly they work. These will be fired and available…
Find out more »February 2019
Last Minute Sweetie gift workshop, fused glass jewelry
Looking for a unique and personal gift for your valentines day gifts? Come play with glass! Learn a little about fused glass while making jewelry for your sweetie, or give the class to them as a gift. Lots of tiny colorful and sparkly pieces of glass will be used to make small pendants, earrings, or brooches. Students will be guided through the process of assembling small parts to create gifts. Students can make in between one and eight gifts/jewelry items, depending on how…
Find out more »Studio classes
September 28-30, Bamboo craft TBA
October 4-5, Bamboo Craft TBA
November 3, 2018, 12-3 pm Fused glass menorah
November 9, 2018, 6-9 pm Fused glass menorah
November 30, 2018, 6-9 pm Fused glass Christmas ornaments
December 8, 2018, 12-3 pm Fused glass Christmas ornaments
To register please email me
Charissabrock@gmail.com
Private lessons
If you are interested in taking private lessons feel free to contact me. I would be happy to talk about what you want to learn, create a lesson plan, and schedule a class for us. Classes are $40 per hour with a minimum of three hours. Additional students can be added for a fee. I can teach school age children, teens and adults basketry, bamboo, and glass techniques. Classes can be tailored to Homeschool students.