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A focused three-hour studio session for experienced stained-glass makers in Midland, MI. Led by Paul Schmidt, this small-class format is built for refining technique and finishing gallery-quality panels.
A focused three-hour studio session for experienced stained-glass makers in Midland, MI. Led by Paul Schmidt, this small-class format is built for refining technique and finishing gallery-quality panels.
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Step into a three-hour advanced stained-glass studio session at Stained Glass II - Studio Time, held at 5501 Jefferson Ave in Midland, Michigan. Designed for makers who already know how to cut glass and use a grinder, this class runs Mondays and Wednesdays on Nov. 2, 4, 9, 11 and 16 from 1:00–4:00 pm and costs $150 plus $35 materials. The format is intimate—preregistration is required and class size is strictly limited—so you arrive ready to push technique instead of reheating basics. The room centers on the workbench: a row of stations with grinders, soldering irons, and a shared array of hand tools. Students bring their experience and the instructor supplies focused mentorship. Paul Schmidt, previously a partner at Imagine That!, brings forty years of practice and a direct love for the medium; his approach emphasizes clean cuts, consistent solder beads, accurate pattern transfer, and smart material choices. After you register Paul will contact you to select an appropriate project plan; note his limits—no lamps or large projects—and that tools and some supplies are provided while additional glass, solder, and lead may be required. What makes this class unusual in Midland is its combination of veteran instruction and real production discipline: this isn’t a beginner demo but a studio session where you refine fittings, work precise lead lines, and finish edges to gallery quality. Materials include cathedral and textured sheet glass in varied colors; the studio’s sample wall highlights how opacity and ripple change light as a panel rotates in late afternoon sun. The class teaches technique and judgement—how a small color shift alters a composition, when a grind will save a curve, and how solder temperature affects a seam. Logistics are straightforward: meet at 5501 Jefferson Ave, bring evidence of prior training or a reference to Paul’s class, and plan projects within the size limits. Expect to stand for focused stretches, use eye protection, and manage hot solder safely. For travelers, a three-hour window makes this an easy half-day creative detour from business or a longer weekend in town. The studio doubles as a learning hub: limited seats mean one-on-one coaching, and Paul’s forty-year perspective elevates the work beyond craft into precise, repeatable studio practice. If you want practiced guidance, real tools, and a chance to finish a refined panel, this Midland studio session is worth booking. Expect to learn finishing techniques such as patina application, framing with lead came or copper foil, and strategies for photographing pieces for portfolio; Paul also advises on safe lead handling and proper cleanup so panels travel well. Because projects are limited in size, participants often leave with a finished or near‑finished piece suitable for display or to mount in a home window.
Yes. You must have taken class with Paul or have recent stained-glass training, including experience cutting glass, using a grinder, and familiarity with basic terminology.
This session runs Mondays and Wednesdays on Nov. 2, 4, 9, 11 and 16 from 1:00–4:00 pm and is $150 plus $35 materials.
Tools and some supplies are provided, but additional glass, solder, and lead may need to be purchased for more involved projects.
No. The instructor prohibits lamps and large projects; Paul will help you choose an appropriate project plan during pre-class coordination.
Meet at 5501 Jefferson Ave. For parking details please confirm with the instructor after registration as site specifics are provided upon booking.
Accessibility information is not specified in the listing; contact the instructor after registration to discuss accommodations.
Creative 360 is a community-centered arts organization based in Midland, Michigan, offering a broad calendar of performances, classes, workshops, and volunteer opportunities. Dedicated to accessible arts education, Creative 360 runs inclusive semesters such as Artshop Clay and Artshop Painting Explorations that welcome participants of all ages and abilities, including those with disabilities. Small class sizes—typically limited to eight students for specialized hands-on art sessions—ensure personalized attention and skill development. Creative 360 presents recurring public performances including the free Sound Community Music Series held every second Wednesday, featuring classical and jazz artists like Trio Rubaton and electro-acoustic sets. The venue hosts visiting artists and special concerts such as the June performance by Michigan native Sarah Bomber. Seasonal programming includes a Summer Theatre Intensive for ages 11–17 where students audition, rehearse, and perform under a professional director, and short-term workshops like Sewing for Everyone focused on upcycling and practical skills. Community engagement is central to Creative 360’s mission: the organization operates volunteer programs that allow community members to support events and enjoy performances, and coordinates special events such as the inaugural Holiday Art Fair during Midland’s Holiday Arts Weekend. Additional offerings like Tai Chi 360 provide wellness-focused movement classes suitable for all levels. Creative 360 partners with local artists and instructors to maintain a varied, community-rooted schedule of arts experiences in Midland.
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