B E A D   G U R U  -  T O M   H O L L A N D

Legendary beadmaker Tom Holland has been instrumental in unlocking the myth of ancient glass working techniques and sharing these traditional methods of beadmaking with a whole new audience.  A natural storyteller, Tom is an inspirational teacher.  This is an exciting opportunity to learn from a true master-craftsman.


[  Learning from the Ancients  ]

This workshop is for the intermediate to advanced beadmaker who wants to enhance their understanding of layering colors and techniques from ancient times . Tom will facilitate the deepening of participants command of complexity in design  creating more intricate and hence more unique pattens and shapes by following a list of skill building examples from the history of Glass Beadmaking


Three Day Workshop

August 6th, 7th & 8th - 10am to 5pm daily

$575 mat. inc.

Contact TANK to reserve your space today!


LIMITED SPACE STILL AVAILABLE











visiting international teachers 

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TANK is pleased to rent hourly studio time to customers and others experienced with glass.



What You Get

  1. •One time free orientation to familiarize you with TANK equipment and safety procedures.

  2. • Up to 30 minutes prep time to prepare, or clean beads from a previous session.

  3. •One Nortel Minor Bench Burner oxygen propane torch

  4. Dydimum glasses

  5. •Basic tools (table top graphite pad, hand marver, tweezers, mashers, tungsten poker, knife, water can, Dremel tool for cleaning beads, 1/8th mandrels, sludge, arrow springs annealing kiln)


Who Can Rent

Students who have taken at least one beginner class at TANK or have taken an equivalent class at a reputable studio / school.  If you are a first time renter you need to book a half hour orientation session with Amy or Jill prior to doing any work.  When renting time you are allowed up to 30 minutes to get set up and clean a previous sessions beads before being charged by the hour.  Time will be rounded to the hour.


Pricing

Hourly$15

10 Hour Time Block$120 (can be broken into max 3 visits)

TANK Students         $10


Time will be rounded to the hour.  Available Noon – 5pm Wed to Sun, some evenings (contact for schedule)


flameworking - beginner glass bead making classes  [ weekly ]

Making Glass Beads – 3 Part Beginner Series with Amy Johnson

[ Skill Level : New Beginner / Advanced Beginner ]

An introduction to the exciting art of working with hot glass and making flameworked beads.  It’s the perfect place to start for total beginners or a great refresher.  Amy is a technical master who will show students many techniques to build a solid foundation of skills.  Students will be able to create their own designs based on what is learned.  The 3 classes introduce an excellent overview of what’s possible in glass beadmaking!


$295 / Level - including all materials

+ 3 hours FREE torch time to practice with each level you complete. (valid for two weeks from last class day)

10% off when all three levels are purchased together

Sign Up Details - Deposits

Multi Session Classes

A 50% deposit is required to hold a space for multi-day classes. The balance is due on the first day of class.  In the case of a class cancellation by TANK, the deposit is fully refunded or student is provided the option to transfer into another class.   If a student wishes to cancel minimum 3 weeks notice prior class start date must be provided for a full refund (less any applicable administration expenses.)    


One Session Classes

Full payment due at time of booking for all one session classes.

In the case of a class cancellation by TANK, the deposit is fully refunded or student is provided the option to transfer into another class.   If a student wishes to cancel, minimum 3 weeks notice prior class must be provided for a full refund (less any applicable administration expenses.)


International Teacher Classes

A deposit is required to hold a space at time of booking.  The balance is due one month before the first day of class.  In the case of a class cancellation by TANK, the deposit and or full class fee is fully refundable.  If a student wishes to cancel minimum 3 weeks notice prior class start date must be given and TANK must also be able to fill the space for a full refund (less any applicable administration expenses.)  


Missed Classes

If a class is missed in a multi session class taught by TANK instructors, the instructor will provide a verbal description of what was missed. No refund will be issued for that class.  A make up class may be scheduled at the students expense (discounted rates may apply,) or they may be able to join that class the next time it runs.

Torchtime - by the hour

Making Glass Beads – Two Day Beginner Weekend Class with Amy Johnson

[ Skill Level : New Beginner / Advanced Beginner ]

Oct 2nd & 3rd 2010, 10am - 5pm

Feb 5th & 6th 2011, 10am - 5pm

An introduction to the exciting art of working with hot glass and making flameworked beads.  It’s the perfect place to start or a great refresher.  Amy is a technical master who will show students many techniques to build a solid foundation of skills.  Students will be able to create their own designs based on what they learn.  This 2 day class gives an excellent taste of what’s possible in glass beadmaking!  Typically students make between 20 - 30 beads.

Class Fee $295 (includes materials)

12 Hours (+ 1 hour lunch each day)

flameworking - beginner glass bead making classes  [ weekend ]

Level 1 – [ 4 weeks ]

Sept 22nd - Oct 13th

Wed Evenings 6:15-9:15


Sept 23nd - Oct 14th

Thursdays 1:00 - 4:00pm


Techniques include;

shaping beads

stringer applications

striped beads

dots

bubbles

feathering/ raking

simple encasing

silver leaf

cleaning beads

preparing mandrels

Level 2 – [ 5 weeks ]

Oct 20th - Nov 17th

Wed Evenings 6:15-9:15


Oct 21st - Nov 18th

Thursdays 1:00  - 4:00pm


Techniques include

off mandrel

pendants & buttons sculptural forms

reactive glass

complex patterning

fancy stringer & cane studio set up

safety & tools


* note: level 2 includes a free 5th week on studio setup & safety

Level 3 – [ 4 weeks ]

Jan 12th - Feb 4th, 2011 Wed Evenings 6:15-9:15


Jan 13th - Feb 5th

Thursdays 1:00  - 4:00pm


Techniques include

ribbon cane

simple murrine

focal beads

multiple beads

marbles

thick encasing

encased florals

individual interest

[ TANK is excited and proud to offer classes with many of the best glass beadmakers from all over the world, providing excellent education opportunities for local makers.  ]

647.430.8589  | info@tankstudio.ca

Private Classes – One on One  - All Skill Levels

$40/hr (min 3 hr) or $235/day

Focus your studies on specific areas of interest with expert flameworking instructor Amy Johnson.


Privately Booked Classes / Events

$95/person (min 5 people, max 8)

Gather your friends, family or co-workers and play with fire and colour in this fun 3 hour experience oriented class.  You’ll learn to make 3 or 4 styles of glass beads using an oxygen propane torch with teaching duo Amy Johnson & Jill Cribbin.  Make approximately 10 to 20 beads!

flameworking - private classes / individual or group

Updated Fall/winter schedule! 2010/2011

NEW Glass & Metalsmithing Classes Added

Make This Bead!  Hollow Bead Workshop – 3 hour intensive

[ Skill Level : Beginner - Intermediate]

Oct 24th 2010, 9am - 1pm

Jan 21st 2011, 1pm - 5pm

In this class students will learn to make three hollow bead styles.  Students  are shown three different technical approaches to making a hollow and three different design applications.  This class will also improve your glass control using the coiling method which will benefit many other bead types.


Class Fee $100 (includes materials)

3 Hours (+ 1 hour practice)

NEW flameworking - hollow beads

Make This Bead!  Silver Lined Charm (will fit Pandora, Troll etc)  – 6 hour intensive

[ Skill Level : Beginner - Intermediate, some glass experience is helpful but not a must ]

Sept 21st & 28th 2010, 6:15pm - 9:15pm

Dec 9th & 16th 2010, 6:15pm - 9:15pm

Jan 21st & 28th 2011, 6:15pm - 9:15pm

In this class students will learn to make their very own charm style glass and sterling silver beads to fit on the popular Pandora, or Troll style charm bracelets.  In the first class students will make simple beads in a variety of designs on larger hole mandrels.  In the second calss, students will learn to saw, file, sand and rivet silver tubing into the centre of their own glass beads creating a personalized memento to wear on a bracelet or necklace.  Silver for 6 beads included, more silver tubing may be purchased at an additional cost if students wish to line more of their beads.


Class Fee $185 (includes materials and silver tubing for 6 beads)

6 Hours (two sessions)

NEW flameworking & metalsmithing -  silver lined beads