Columbus Glass Art Center

Columbus Glass Art Center Columbus Glass Art Center, formerly Glass Axis, a non-profit organization offering glass classes & demonstrations.
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Glass Axis is a non-profit, public access glass art facility and gallery. We have well-equipped studios for all forms of glass art including stained and fused glass, torch and hot glass blowing and sculpting, and neon art. We hold hundreds of hands-on classes, demonstrations and public programs each year, including glassblowing and lampworking. Glass Axis is a unique space for special events and we have hosted everything from catered, sit-down dinners to weddings, and unique memorial services.

Here's a roundup of the HOTTEST classes next week that still have space for you, your friends, your mom, your cousin, yo...
06/02/2026

Here's a roundup of the HOTTEST classes next week that still have space for you, your friends, your mom, your cousin, your dog (no, not really), or any other pal you like hanging out with!

🔥Wednesday, June 10
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🔹 Stained Glass Seasonal Suncatcher
Time: 06:00 PM - 9:00 PM

🔹Blown Round Ornament
Time: 07:00 PM – 08:00 PM

🔹 Blown Round Ornament
Time: 08:00 PM – 09:00 PM

🔥Friday, June 12
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🔹 Blown Tumbler
Time: 06:00 PM – 07:30 PM

🔹Seasonal Bead Making Class
Time: 6:00– 07:30 PM

🔹Sculpted Bird
Time: 07:00 PM – 08:00 PM

🔹 Sculpted Bird
Time: 08:00 PM – 09:00 PM

🔥Saturday, June 13
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Stained Glass Window
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Register: https://canvas.columbusglassartcenter.org/classes
We can't wait to see you!

BIG NEWS, YA'LL!You'll be seeing a lot of this guy around the studio come July 2026. Who is he? He's Ken Donchatz, the i...
05/26/2026

BIG NEWS, YA'LL!

You'll be seeing a lot of this guy around the studio come July 2026. Who is he? He's Ken Donchatz, the incoming Executive Director of Columbus Glass Art Center.

What began as a moment of organizational transition has revealed the leader we were looking for. Ken's long history with the Center, his steady and skillful stewardship as Board President, and the exceptional way he has led our staff throughout this search have made him the clear choice for the position.

Ken steps into this role on Monday, July 6, 2026. You'll find him around the studio — helping in the shops, dropping in on demos, and holding member hours in the office.

Stop by and say hi.
He wants to meet you!

Where's a roundup of the HOTTEST classes this week that still have space for you, your friends, your mom, your cousin, y...
05/25/2026

Where's a roundup of the HOTTEST classes this week that still have space for you, your friends, your mom, your cousin, your dog (no, not really), or any other pal you like hanging out with!

🔥Tuesday, May 26
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🔹 Stained Glass Window
12:00 – 3:30 PM
🔹Sculpted Bird
8:00 – 9:00 PM

🔥Wednesday, May 27
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🔹 Sculpted Paperweight
6:00 – 7:00 PM
🔹 Seasonal Wine/Bottle Stopper
6:00 – 7:30 PM, 7:30 – 09:00 PM
🔹 Sculpted Paperweight
7:00 – 8:00 PM, 8:00 – 09:00 PM

🔥Thursday, May 28
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🔹Stained Glass Window
12:00 – 03:30 PM

🔥Friday, May 29
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🔹Blown Tumbler
6:00 – 07:30 PM, 7:30 – 09:00 PM
🔹Seasonal Bead Making Class
7:30 – 09:00 PM

Register: https://canvas.columbusglassartcenter.org/classes

We can't wait to see you!

✈️ Can’t make it to Italy this summer?Feed your traveler's spirit right here with us. 🇮🇹✨Step into the centuries-old wor...
05/17/2026

✈️ Can’t make it to Italy this summer?
Feed your traveler's spirit right here with us. 🇮🇹✨

Step into the centuries-old world of Italian micro mosaics without ever leaving Columbus. Discover the rich history behind one of Italy’s most treasured art forms—a delicate glass technique passed down through generations of master artisans—while creating your own stunning micro mosaic jewelry.

Your instructor, Joyce Slate, studied with renowned Maestros in Italy, the birthplace of micro mosaics. Her work beautifully blends historic Italian craftsmanship with modern design, creating heirloom-quality wearable art.

This Memorial Day weekend, Joyce will be sharing those rare techniques with YOU.

✨ Create your own heirloom-quality micro mosaics
✨ Learn an art form practiced by only a handful of artists today
✨ No travel, passport, or experience required

At a fraction of the cost of international travel, you can enjoy a little taste of Italy, art, and history right here in Columbus. 🇮🇹

Seats are limited — reserve yours before this opportunity disappears ➡️ https://canvas.columbusglassartcenter.org/classes/95

📢 Calling all jewelry lovers! 💎Do you recall seeing Joyce Slate's work at the Columbus Arts Festival? Did the intricate ...
05/16/2026

📢 Calling all jewelry lovers! 💎

Do you recall seeing Joyce Slate's work at the Columbus Arts Festival? Did the intricate mosaics make your heart skip a beat?

Guess who is coming to Columbus Glass Art Center this Memorial Day to teach YOU how to make heirloom jewelry in the time-honored tradition of micro mosaics? Yes, Joyce will be here sharing her unique jewelry-making style, blending old-world Italian techniques with modern designs. Create your own timeless treasures with Joyce, no prior experience necessary.

If you are looking for a great way to spend Memorial Day weekend learning something new, register here: https://canvas.columbusglassartcenter.org/classes/95

Listen up, buttercup!Looking for something fun to do this weekend?We have 3 classes with open spots waiting for you:1️⃣ ...
05/15/2026

Listen up, buttercup!
Looking for something fun to do this weekend?

We have 3 classes with open spots waiting for you:

1️⃣ SAT - Bead making ‼️ sign ups end at 12:30 today‼️
2️⃣ SUN - Blown wavy bowl ‼️ sign ups end at 10 am Sat‼️
3️⃣ SUN - Blown tumblers ‼️sign ups end at 10 am Sat‼️

See comments for deets & links to register.

❓ What is a Micro Mosaic?Micro Mosaics were originally created by the Vatican in the 1500’s to preserve paintings that w...
05/15/2026

❓ What is a Micro Mosaic?

Micro Mosaics were originally created by the Vatican in the 1500’s to preserve paintings that were deteriorating. The paintings were completely reinterpreted in glass so they would last forever, resulting in this technique being termed “eternal paintings”. In the 1700’s, they began miniaturizing Italian architectural scenes as jewelry and selling them to tourists that were coming from Europe on what was called “The Grand Tour”.

❓ How are they made?

Micro mosaics, or Filato Romano, are an Italian technique, made of glass and developed in the the Vatican in the 1700’s as a way to preserve deteriorating paintings. Upon completion of the paintings, the artisans began experimenting with spun glass enamel threads, miniaturizing the paintings and setting them into jewelry. Some examples of micro mosaic jewelry can have as many as 1000 pieces per square inch!

💡 Want to create your own heirloom-quality jewelry?

Master glass artist, Joyce Slate will be at our studio over Memorial Day weekend, teaching her unique style blending old-world Italian techniques with modern designs. Under her tutelage, you get to design and make 2 micro mosaic pendants.

The best part? No experience necessary.

Reserve your spot today and make your Memorial Day weekend MEMORABLE 👉 https://canvas.columbusglassartcenter.org/classes/95

❓ DID YOU KNOW… One of the world’s most intricate art forms is nearly lost to history? ✨ Micro mosaics are only practice...
05/13/2026

❓ DID YOU KNOW… One of the world’s most intricate art forms is nearly lost to history?

✨ Micro mosaics are only practiced today by only a handful of artists worldwide. Originally developed by the Vatican in the 1500s to preserve deteriorating paintings, these tiny masterpieces—like the one below—were recreated entirely in glass and became known as “eternal paintings” because their beauty could last forever.

Now YOU can learn this rare art form right here in Columbus. 🎉

Master glass artist Joyce Slate will be teaching an exclusive Micro Mosaic Jewelry Workshop at Columbus Glass Art Center May 25–29. In this hands-on class, you’ll design and create TWO stunning micro mosaic pendants while learning techniques few artists in the world still practice today.

✨ No experience needed
✨ All skill levels welcome
✨ Create wearable heirloom art

Only a couple spots remain for this rare opportunity. Don’t miss your chance to experience the art of “eternal paintings.”

Snag your seat now ➡️ https://canvas.columbusglassartcenter.org/classes/95

05/12/2026

✨ Create something beautiful this week at one of our bead making classes! ✨

Looking for a fun night out, creative date idea, or family activity? Join us for a beginner-friendly bead making class — no experience needed!

💎 Make your own handmade beads
🍷 Create beautiful beaded bottle/wine stoppers

Class Pricing:
• $40 per person — Seasonal Bead Making
• $65 per person — Beaded Bottle/Wine Stopper Class

🗓 Available times this week:
• Wednesday evening
• Friday evening
• Saturday morning / afternoon

Perfect for couples, friends, or families with ages 10+!

Come relax, get creative, and leave with something uniquely yours. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today! Registration link in comments.

❓Are you ready to do a deep dive into flameworking? ❓Want to learn how to make beads, but really understand the process?...
04/24/2026

❓Are you ready to do a deep dive into flameworking?

❓Want to learn how to make beads, but really understand the process?

✅ Then this is the class for you!

Join us for a 4 week program to immerse yourself in beadmaking. The best part? When you have completed the class, you are eligible to rent torches at the studio and do your own independent work.

Check out the deets ⬇️⬇️⬇️ and register. 

Address

892 Scott Street
Columbus, OH
43222

Telephone

+16142914250

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