Oaksterdam University's Oakland campus offers a unique opportunity to students who wish to learn a new trade. Discover the art of Lampworking with our new instructor. The program starts with our "Introduction to Glassblowing", with up to 10 students for 2 hours. Instruction will include basic safety guidelines and a glassblowing demonstration. Each student will be given tools and guidance to practice with at home.
INTRO INCLUDES-
2 Hours of instruction for $100 per student
Students are expected to wear appropriate clothing and footwear (no open-toed shoes or sandals)
All students will be provided protective eyewear for the lampworking demo.
Bio of John Simpson-
I started blowing glass in Berkeley, CA. in 1997. I was taught the basics of lampworking and great work ethics from my teacher, Russ at Phat Glassworks. A year later I was on my own. Over the years I've learned, taught, and been inspired by many amazing glassblowers. My goal at Oaksterdam University is to pass on the tradition of glassblowing to as many students as possible. Whomsoever is willing, they will have the opportunity to learn ALL that I have in these past 13 years. The art of lampworking is evolving faster than ever before. I look forward to carrying on this ancient trade with you!!
Sign up for "Introduction to Glassblowing" by printing an enrollment form and sending it in or in person at Oaksterdam University. Call 510.251.1544 for more details , if necessary.
(also ask about our prep and beginning classes coming soon!)
Oaksterdam University Glassworks
The Oaksterdam glass lab is located at 410 15th St., directly across from our giftshop.
410 15th Street
Oakland, California
94612
Glassblowing can be observed at this facility Monday - Friday. Please visit or call the university for times, 510.251.1544.
From the North Bay:
Take 101 South towards San Francisco, merge onto I-580 East exit towards Oakland/Richmond Bridge. Continue on I-80 West/I-580 East. Continue on I-580 East towards Alameda/Downtown Oakland/Hayward/San Jose/Stockton. Take I-580 East exit toward Downtown Oakland/Hayward/Stockton. Merge onto I-580 East. Take Broadway/Auto Row exit. Merge onto Broadway. Oaksterdam University's Glassworks lab is located on 15th Street between Broadway and Franklin.
From the South Bay:
Take 101 North towards San Jose. Merge onto 101 North. Take I-880 North exit towards Oakland. Merge onto I-880 North. Take the Broadway exit. Oaksterdam University's Glassworks lab is located on 15th Street between Broadway and Franklin.
From San Francisco:
Take I-80 East toward the Bay Bridge. Take I-580 East/Downtown Oakland (CA-24) exit towards Hayward/Stockton. Merge onto I-580 East. Take Broadway/Auto Row exit. Merge onto Broadway. Oaksterdam University's Glassworks lab is located on 15th Street between Broadway and Franklin.
Parking
If you are parking on the street and there is no parking meter, you MUST buy a street permit. Permit machies can be found on the sidewalk on every street and take coins or credit card (NO BILLS). You must pay for parking on the street Monday-Saturday until 6:00pm. Sundays are free. The city of Oakland is very strict about parking enforcement.
Look for these signs and/or these machines for permits.
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