2026: 07/06-07/10 Pâte de Verre Magic, with Emma Varga

July 6-10, 2026. 10am-5pm, with a lunch break from 1pm-2pm daily.  Discover the versatility and creativity of Pâte de Verre with international glass artist Emma Varga, one of 21 artists featured in the book Pâte de Verre - The Material of Time. This course will explore Emma’s distinctive approach to Pâte de Verre, which diverges from traditional glass paste methods to incorporate innovative, simplified techniques that speed up the process and introduce new possibilities. Over five days, participants will start by crafting small Pâte de Verre elements using frits and powders, which will become the building blocks for larger, three-dimensional pieces, such as fused-cast sculptures, constructed objects, and textured wall panels. This class is designed for all skill levels; no prior glass fusing experience is necessary, and both beginners and advanced students will create their own unique, 3D glass art. Emma’s methods focus on a straightforward process, minimizing the need for coldworking