Business Details
8 Years
experience
Custom Fused Glass Art & Art Classes in Maryland
Creative Glass Design was founded on a passion for artistic expression and community engagement. With over three decades of professional experience in graphic design and advertising, our owner Jill Tanenbaum transitioned her expertise into the fine arts, specializing in fused glass and collage work. Our studio offers hands-on art classes for all skill levels, emphasizing personalized instruction in a welcoming environment. We create custom commissioned pieces that celebrate life's milestones while maintaining active participation in local art exhibitions. The business combines technical mastery with creative innovation, having earned recognition through awards in glass and collage mediums.Our commitment to quality craftsmanship remains paramount, whether producing original artwork, teaching students, or collaborating on bespoke projects. The studio maintains strong connections with regional art communities through gallery memberships and curatorial involvement. Every creation reflects our dedication to transforming materials into meaningful artistic statements while making the creative process accessible to all.
Services
Fused Glass Art
Art Classes
Custom Commissions
Collage Creations
Mosaic Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized art instruction in a cozy studio environment
- Our owner holds advanced degrees in art and design education
- Award-winning glass and collage artwork showcased regionally
- Custom commission specialists with 6+ years of dedicated practice
- Small class sizes ensure individualized attention for all students
What people say
Perfect lighting installation
Lovely shadow effect
Perfect wedding gift
Many compliments received
Pleasure to work with
Services
Fused Glass Art
Fused glass art combines colored glass pieces with heat to create unique artworks. Our studio produces wall hangings, sculptures, and functional pieces using specialized kiln techniques. Clients can commission custom designs incorporating personal elements like photographs or meaningful colors. Each piece undergoes precise temperature control to achieve perfect fusion while maintaining artistic integrity.
Art Classes
Personalized art instruction covers fused glass, collage, and mosaic techniques in a home studio setting. Classes accommodate up to four students for individualized attention, with options for children and adults. Curriculum includes basic skills through advanced methods like image transfer and multi-layered compositions. Custom scheduling available for private group sessions and special projects.
Custom Commissions
Custom artwork creation collaborates with clients to design unique pieces for special occasions. Services include home decor integration, personalized gift creation, and corporate commissions. The process involves concept development, material selection, and production of one-of-a-kind artworks. Recent projects include lighting installations and commemorative gifts incorporating client-specific design elements.
Collage Creations
Collage art combines paper, fabric, and found objects into dimensional compositions. Instruction covers material selection, composition techniques, and finishing methods. Students work with vintage maps, sheet music, and decorative papers to create personalized artworks. Completed pieces range from framed wall art to thematic sculptures incorporating various textures and materials.
Mosaic Workshops
Mosaic classes teach tile cutting, placement, and grouting techniques for pottery and surfaces. Participants create decorative items using glass, ceramic, and found objects. Two-session courses cover design layout, adhesive application, and finishing processes. Completed projects include functional kitchenware and decorative wall hangings incorporating personalized color schemes and patterns.
People
Jill Tanenbaum
Owner & Lead Artist
Award-winning glass artist with MA in Publications Design teaching since 2018. Former advertising executive with 30+ years experience creating marketing strategies for international clients. Adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University with work featured in DC Metro area galleries.
Questions
What custom art options are available?
We create custom fused glass lighting, serving pieces, wall sculptures, and commemorative gifts incorporating personal colors, text, and images.
Do you offer beginner art classes?
Yes, our fused glass workshops accommodate all skill levels with personalized instruction for creating your first glass artwork in 2.5-3 hours.
What materials do you work with?
Primary mediums include fused glass, collage materials, and mosaic tiles. We incorporate photographs, stringers, frit, and found objects in artistic creations.
Are classes available for children?
Yes, we offer family-friendly art classes with age-appropriate projects in fused glass, collage, and mosaic techniques for young artists.
How are custom projects priced?
Custom work pricing varies by materials, size, and complexity. Contact us for a consultation to discuss your specific project requirements and budget.
Reviews (1)
Jethro Summers
Feb 03, 2020
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Just found this glass studio and am anxious to make a visit to see the studio.will post a comment of my experience in the near future!
