Classes

How can you find inspiration consistently? And how can you then translate it into compelling, satisfying works of glass? Join artist Ted Sawyer, Bullseye’s Director of Research and Education, for a live online class that teaches how he generates ideas, how he explores and develops them, and how he realizes them in the glass studio. Class includes 14 unique project lessons, long-term access to 9+ hours of class video, 1 live orientation session, 4 live online class sessions, and a 75-page Class Guide.

Class Times
Friday, September 11, 9-10am (Orientation); Saturday, October 10, 9am-1:30pm; Saturday, October 24, 9am-1pm; Saturdays, November 7 & 21, 9am-1pm. All times Pacific, 2026.

After registration be sure to go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCT to download your Class Guide. It contains all the information you need for class.

Discover groundbreaking methods you can use to craft highly detailed natural and abstract objects in kilnformed glass.

Class Times
Monday, October 26, 9am-1pm Pacific, Tuesday, October 27, 9am-1pm Pacific, and Tuesday, November 17, 9am-12pm Pacific

After registration, go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCTS to download your Class Guide. It contains all the information you need for class including Zoom links.

Note: While Gottschall Baker often combines multiple techniques in her sculptures, the lost wax kilncasting technique used to create the hand in the main image will not be covered during class.

Treat yourself to an immersive glass fusing experience at the Bullseye Glass Co. Factory in Portland, Oregon! This unique opportunity is happening November 2-6, 2026, and is for Bay Area customers. It includes behind-the-scenes tours, hands-on projects, six nights' accommodation, and so much more.

NOTE: Class runs Monday–Friday. We recommend arriving in Portland on Sunday and departing Saturday. Hotel stays are included in the price of class for Sunday night through Friday night. No cancellations, exchanges, or refunds of the class fee after September 2. We highly recommend travel insurance that will cover your class fee and travel costs in case you are unable to attend.

Fire up your inner alchemist! In this live online class, you will explore the intrigues of glass chemistry, the subtle and dramatic reactive potential of various glass styles, how some glasses can develop unusual surfaces, and how to work with silver foil. By class's end, you'll be ready to conjure and command a wide array of special effects in Bullseye glass!

Class Times
Saturday, February 6, 9am-12:30pm, and Saturday, February 27, 9-11am Pacific

After registration be sure to go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCTS to download your Class Guide, which contains all the information you need for class.

Learn why a lap wheel is a favorite coldworking tool for professional studios and how to operate one safely and confidently! By completing this quick online course and then demonstrating your skills during an in-person, hands-on appointment, you can qualify to rent our coldshop lap wheel for your Bullseye glass projects!

After registration be sure to go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCT to download your Orientation Guide. It contains vital information you'll need for orientation.

Learn why a lap wheel is a favorite coldworking tool for professional studios and how to operate one safely and confidently! By completing this quick online course and then demonstrating your skills during an in-person, hands-on appointment, you can qualify to rent our coldshop lap wheel for your Bullseye glass projects!

After registration be sure to go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCT to download your Orientation Guide. It contains vital information you'll need for orientation.

Learn why a drop-out saw is a must-have for removing the rims of just about any drop-out vessel. After completing this quick online course and then demonstrating your skills during an in-person appointment, you can qualify to rent our drop-out saw during Open Studio for your Bullseye glass projects!

After registration be sure to go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCT to download your Orientation Guide. It contains vital information you'll need for orientation.

Learn why a drop-out saw is a must-have for removing the rims of just about any drop-out vessel. After completing this quick online course and then demonstrating your skills during an in-person appointment, you can qualify to rent our drop-out saw during Open Studio for your Bullseye glass projects!

After registration be sure to go to ACCOUNT > MY DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCT to download your Orientation Guide. It contains vital information you'll need for orientation.