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Oct 23, 2026
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ART 1131 - Glass Blowing I
Credits: 3
Catalog Description
This course introduces the basic techniques involved in forming glass from its molten state. The primary concern is creative expression with a technical understanding. The purpose of this course is to give the student the experience, understanding, and technical knowledge for shaping and forming glass vessels. A supply fee is required. Additional costs may be incurred based on individual student need. See course notes in eServices or contact the instructor for additional information. Students must be prepared to spend 6-8 hours per week in the studio outside of class.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 06C: The Humanities and Fine Arts
Additional fee to student: Yes
Learner Outcomes
- Create blown glass forms that demonstrate technical competence.
- Demonstrate the following technical skills: gathering, marvering, blocking, jacking, punting, and grinding.
- Demonstrate the ability to shape and form molten glass into vessel forms.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of glass blowing terminology, materials, and equipment and their appropriate usage.
- Demonstrate an ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of the historical development of contemporary blown glass.
- Understand the significance and cultural differences in the development of regional glass blowing centers.
- Demonstrate the ability to express one’s self and communicate conceptual ideas or emotions visually.
- Evaluate and articulate the quality and success of a work of art, including the self-critical evaluation of one’s own work as well as work created by another artist.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Survey of the expressive qualities of Glass Blowing materials and supplies
- Survey of Glass Blowing techniques and principles of basic Glass Blowing design and construction skills
- Introduction to the tools and materials used in creating blown glass vessels at a basic level
- Examination of the visual landscape and the role of Glass Blowing in history
- Critical response to works of glass
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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