Fun with Fusing Workshop

Discover the mesmerizing world of glass fusing! In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the art of creating stunning glass pieces. You'll learn the basics of glass cutting and pattern formation, while exploring a palette of vibrant colors and captivating shapes. We'll even mix in age-old mosaic techniques to add an extra layer of creativity!

After crafting your piece, your tile will be fired in a kiln, resulting in a beautifully finished art work. Don't worry if you're new to glass fusing – no experience is required! Your finished creations will be available for pick up at the studio post-festival.

DATES & TIMES:

• Sunday, July 26 at 1pm

LENGTH: 2 hours

LOCATION: Courtyard of the Mergatroid Building, 975 Vernon Dr, Vancouver, BC V6A 3P2. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your workshop time to allow time to check in. There will be somone to help you check-in outside of 1000 Parker.

AGES: Youth & Adults (ages 12 and up). Youth under the age of 16 must be accompained by an adult who is also participating in the workshop as space is limited. Suitable for beginners and up.

PRICE: $35 Equity Price, $45 Standard Price, $55 Supporter Price

ACCESSIBILITY: The studio is wheelchair accessible at ground level with slight driveway incline to courtyard. There is a wheelchair accessible washroom at the studio. We will communicate verbally with members of the public using listening and spoken language in English. Seating in the studio is varied, some may have chairs or stools at short height, counter, or bar height seating. Weight capacities of seating is unknown. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs.

Established in 2012, Terminal City Glass Co-op offers memberships, studio access and public educational programming in glass arts at the Mergatroid Building in East Vancouver. The studio’s education program includes classes in glassblowing, flameworking, beadmaking, and sandblasting, taught by experienced glassmakers. It is the first non-profit, cooperative glass studio in Canada

REFUND POLICY

The refund deadline is July 1, 2026. All refund requests received on or before July 1, 2026 will be honoured. Please note that the Eventbrite processing fee is non-refundable, and we do not have control over this part of the fee. Please contact [email protected] with any questions or refund requests due to extenuating circumstances.

Festival Concert in MacLean Park: Festival Concert in MacLean Park: Saturday, July 25 from 3pm - 8pm

Join us at MacLean Park for an afternoon and evening of live music, public art activities, food trucks, and a beer garden from 3:00–8:00 PM. Browse the art shop, take part in free all-ages creative activities, and enjoy performances throughout the day in the park. Come early and make a full day of it by visiting the neighbouring Strathcona Blocks Party from 12:00–5:00 PM on the 800 block of East Hastings, featuring local businesses, free activities, and live performances before settling in for the concert and evening festivities.

This is workshop is part of the vibrant celebration of visual and performing arts of the 6th annual Eastside Arts Festival, where creativity knows no bounds. The Eastside Arts Festival (formerly Create! Arts Festival) is a young and up-in-coming grassroots initiative, bringing together local artists and performers and the community to explore, learn and create art together in the Eastside Arts District.

Do you want to support us? Purchase a ticket to our Contemporary Art Raffle Fundraiser!

The 4th Annual Eastside Arts Society Contemporary Art Raffle features one-of-a-kind artworks generously donated by celebrated Vancouver artists, with proceeds supporting EAS programming, including arts festivals, the Eastside Arts District, and Studio 101 youth workshops.

Only 165 tickets are available. Tickets are on sale June 3–October 14, with early bird draws on August 7 and September 18, and the final draw on October 15.

Ticket Prices: 1 for $130 • 2 for $230 • 3 for $300

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