Types of Available Classes

Description text goes hereWe offer a wide variety of beginner and intermediate classes in glassblowing.

Beginner classes include wine glasses, pint glasses, pumpkins, ornaments, and paperweights.

Intermediate classes vary based on skill level and interest.

Prices begin at $50 and increase based on complexity and time.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

Description text goes hereBeginner lampworking classes include pendants, worry stones, and marbles.

Prices begin at $50 and increase based on complexity and time.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

We offer beginner classes in glass casting.

Prices begin at $100 and increase based on the complexity and time involved.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

Learn the age-old blacksmithing techniques by taking an introduction or intermediate class at the forge. Classes start at $50 and increase based on the complexity, scope, and time needed to complete the project.

Typical classes include Intro forming, knife-making, Axe/Spear making, and advanced forming.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

Steel Fabrication and Welding Classes

Basic how-to fabrication and welding courses are offered. Fees vary based on the scope and time required for the project.

Intro Fabrication & Mig welding, Cold metal forming, Hot metal forming, Fabrication.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

Beginner classes include basic aluminum and bronze casting and Mold-making. 

Course fees vary based on skill level and interest.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

We offer a wide variety of beginner classes in ceramics.

Beginner classes focus on hand and slab build techniques and utilize traditional wood and salt fire techniques. Raku, Face jugs, and Slab-build vessels are some of our intro-level themes.

Prices begin at $100 and increase based on complexity and time.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

Intro to Mold-Making.

Plaster Molds, One-part molds, Silicone Caulk Molds, and Two-part Advance molds.

This class is require before taking glass and metals casting classes.

Please inquire or book a class at info@jcgep.org or (828) 631-0271.

All individuals under 18 must have a parent or guardian with them.

Folk Arts classes are some offerings that we hope to make available in the coming year.

Folk Art Classes cover topics from Soap-making, Leather-working, Basketry, Basic wood-working, Fibers and other regional cultural arts & crafts that support our regions history.