Glass Art Classes and Workshops

We proudly provide the Chicagoland area with unforgettable art glass experiences. There is always room to grow your craft, and our glass art events are a unique, hands-on way to learn and perfect new techniques. Now more than ever, your capabilities as a creator are as limitless as your drive to learn!

Be sure to check our calendar for the latest events and register fast! There’s limited seating in our state-of-the-art glass art studio in Warrenville, IL, so sign up soon.

Cultivate new skills in fun, hands-on glass art classes

Our glass art classes bring new techniques with real-world applications to the fore, giving glass artists and newcomers alike the opportunity to expand and develop their skills. Our classes give you every tool you need to form beautiful new glass pieces. You can choose from our extensive supply of over 11,000 glass art tools and materials and set your imagination free in our classrooms. From our glass kilns and glass fusing supplies to stained glass chemicals and accessory glass, we have everything you need to play with new forms.

Ed Hoy’s classes offer something for every level of artist. Sessions range from 3 hours – 5 days and are designed to inspire by exposing you to new concepts, materials, and new ways to design.

Our glass art classes bring new techniques with real-world applications to the fore, giving glass artists and newcomers alike the opportunity to expand and develop their skills.

Learn in our Glass Art Classes

Fusing
Copper Foiling
Leaded Glass
Flameworking
Coldworking

Art is a continual process of experimentation, and with our glass art classes, you can evolve under the guidance of some of the greatest contemporary glass artists in the country. We offer introductory through advanced-level techniques and bring together the widest variety of artists from throughout the world to share their skills with you.

Get Access to Master Classes

Featured Artists

Don’t let a limited studio at home set you back. We open up our studio to glass artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. Simply bring your glass, chemicals, and accessories– or purchase them at Ed Hoy’s, and we’ll provide the basic tools and space you need.

We can configure a class around your group's skill levels and interests, provided you can bring some enthusiasm and positive minds to the classroom! Classes can be arranged for children or adults.

Explore the Open Studio and Group Events

Retail Class Policies

Registration must be made at least 1 week prior to the class. All class participants must be 18 years of age or older, unless otherwise noted, or by special permission when accompanied by an enrolled adult. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required to attend class. Our minimum class size is six. In the unlikely event that we cancel a class due to inclement weather or low enrollment, those who have paid registration will receive a full refund. If you are unable to attend and cancel within 7 days of the class, a store credit will be issued for the full amount of the class.

*Excludes Visiting Artist Classes