Instructor: Will Strauss
Skill Level: Beginner
Cost: $110
In this hands-on workshop, participants will assemble a small stained glass ornament while learning essential techniques for assessment, safe handling, cleaning, glass cutting, and solder repair. Guided by an experienced stained-glass artisan, students will gain both technical skills and context for this traditional craft in a practical application.
No prior experience required — all tools and materials are provided. Participants will leave with new skills, a deeper appreciation for stained glass craftsmanship, and the satisfaction of contributing to preservation work.
All materials are included in the tuition. No experience is necessary.
Appropriate for students aged 18+.
Tuition assistance available. If needed, please email Info@LancasterWorkshop.com.
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How to safely handle stained glass
How to cut, grind, foil glass from a pattern
Reinforcement using solder
Finishing and hanging
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Will Strauss is a ceramic and glass artist based in Lancaster Pennsylvania. He earned his BFA from Temple University, and was the recipient of the Rudy Staffel Award for Excellence in Ceramics. Will is currently working at Lancaster Creative Factory as an instructor and apprentice. Will has participated in a number of group shows, and one solo exhibition for his graduating thesis at Tyler School of Art. He is experienced in small to large scale throwing and handbuilding techniques, as well as finishing techniques. Will has experience and a solid knowledge of most kilns and firing techniques. He also has basic glass blowing and flame working skills, and more advanced stained glass abilities. His own work draws from tradition and tells a story through mark and material usage. He is currently interested in the viewers experiencing material in a “completed” state, while he experiences it in a perpetual state of flux.
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We know life happens! If you need to cancel or reschedule your workshop, here’s how it works:
More than 7 days before class → Full refund (minus a 10% admin fee) or a 100% credit toward another workshop (good for 6 months).
4–7 days before class → No refund, but you’ll receive a workshop credit (good for 6 months).
3 days or less before class → Sorry, no refunds or credits.
No-shows → Not eligible for refund or credit.
If we cancel a workshop → You’ll get a full refund or a 100% workshop credit — your choice.
*Special note: If you’re sick or have an emergency, please reach out at least 48 hours before class. We’ll do our best to offer a credit or transfer.
To cancel or request a change, email us at TheSHAWorkshop@gmail.com or call 717-478-4199.