Workshops at Bryn Athyn 2014

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“ Jenz Langlotz made enough time

to individually help us all and his

skills seemed limitless. He is a

true artist and does an excellent

job as a teacher. He is patient,

encouraging, and explains

techniques very well.”

— Daryl Branch

2013 WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT

This summer, step back in time while exploring a wide

array of hands-on decorative building arts workshops at Bryn Athyn

College. Study some of the most beautiful decorative artwork and unique

architecture in North America. Immerse yourself in time-honored craft

traditions deeply rooted in the picturesque Bryn Athyn Historic District,

located just outside the city of Philadelphia.

Working under the direction of master craftsmen, you will gain inspi-

ration from two of Bryn Athyn’s national historic landmarks, Glencairn

Museum, a 20th-century medieval-style castle, and Bryn Athyn Ca-

thedral, a highly acclaimed Gothic and Romanesque style structure.

Glencairn Museum has over 260 medieval stained glass works of art,

such as the twelfth-century Flight Into Egypt panel from the Royal Ab-

bey at St. Denis, Paris and the thirteenth-century Grisaille Panel, from

“ Jenz Langlotz made enough time

to individually help us all and his

skills seemed limitless. He is a

true artist and does an excellent

job as a teacher. He is patient,

encouraging, and explains

techniques very well.”

— Daryl Branch

2013 WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT

This summer, step back in time while exploring a wide

array of hands-on decorative building arts workshops at Bryn Athyn

College. Study some of the most beautiful decorative artwork and unique

architecture in North America. Immerse yourself in time-honored craft

traditions deeply rooted in the picturesque Bryn Athyn Historic District,

located just outside the city of Philadelphia.

Working under the direction of master craftsmen, you will gain inspi-

ration from two of Bryn Athyn’s national historic landmarks, Glencairn

Museum, a 20th-century medieval-style castle, and Bryn Athyn Ca-

thedral, a highly acclaimed Gothic and Romanesque style structure.

Glencairn Museum has over 260 medieval stained glass works of art,

such as the twelfth-century Flight Into Egypt panel from the Royal Ab-

bey at St. Denis, Paris and the thirteenth-century Grisaille Panel, from

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the Salisbury Cathedral in Great Britain. Up-close study of works like these

will allow you to appreciate the striations in the original blown glass and the

tapering brush strokes on its surface. Glencairn’s twelfth- to sixteenth-century

medieval manuscripts feature meticulous calligraphy with exquisite border

designs. The expansive entryway, stairwell, chapel, and great hall are covered

(floor to ceiling) with intricate mosaic work. Their subtle coloring and symbolic

imagery will help develop and refine your ability to select and combine colors

to create meaningful artwork.

At Bryn Athyn Cathedral every surface exemplifies the Arts and Crafts handi-

work: The contours of carefully chiseled stonework set off amazing color varia-

tions and juxtaposition of different kinds of stone. The figurative and decorative

capitals are brilliant examples of different stone carving techniques. If you

are interested in metal forging, you will appreciate the intricate scroll-work of

monel doors; as well as handmade door knobs, keys, and locking mechanisms

throughout the cathedral. You can handle the railings, hinges, and bolts made

by master craftsman at the turn of the twentieth century.

the Salisbury Cathedral in Great Britain. Up-close study of works like these

will allow you to appreciate the striations in the original blown glass and the

tapering brush strokes on its surface. Glencairn’s twelfth- to sixteenth-century

medieval manuscripts feature meticulous calligraphy with exquisite border

designs. The expansive entryway, stairwell, chapel, and great hall are covered

(floor to ceiling) with intricate mosaic work. Their subtle coloring and symbolic

imagery will help develop and refine your ability to select and combine colors

to create meaningful artwork.

At Bryn Athyn Cathedral every surface exemplifies the Arts and Crafts handi-

work: The contours of carefully chiseled stonework set off amazing color varia-

tions and juxtaposition of different kinds of stone. The figurative and decorative

capitals are brilliant examples of different stone carving techniques. If you

are interested in metal forging, you will appreciate the intricate scroll-work of

monel doors; as well as handmade door knobs, keys, and locking mechanisms

throughout the cathedral. You can handle the railings, hinges, and bolts made

by master craftsman at the turn of the twentieth century.

Blacksmithing When it comes to studying the art of blacksmithing, it is difficult to find a better location

than Bryn Athyn. In addition to offering a beautiful and well-equipped shop that would

be the envy of any professional smith, we also provide access to an incredible collection

of metalwork that challenges the very notion of what blacksmithing is. Working under

the direction of professional instructors, who are nationally recognized as some of the

best in the industry today, you will have the opportunity to experience metalworking in a

most exciting and comprehensive way.

Blacksmithing with Warren Holzman June 20–23 — $525

July 10–13 — $525

Gain inspiration from the metalwork found throughout the

Bryn Athyn Historic District — from intricate keys, to monel

metal screens, to handcrafted doors. Then, try your hand at the

ancient craft of blacksmithing. In this project-based course, you

will learn the basics of forging from master craftsman Warren

Holzman, and then make one or two projects, ranging from

simple furniture to ornamental work.

Warren Holzman studied sculpture under Phoebe Adams at

Kutztown University, where he received his BFA in 1994. He

was awarded blacksmithing assistantships at Peters Valley

Craft Center and the Penland School of Crafts, and he has

worked as an industrial fabricator, refining his metalworking

skills and dedicating himself to his craft. In 2000, Warren

opened the Iron Studio Ltd., a custom blacksmithing shop

in Philadelphia known for its high-level craft. Warren was

recently commissioned by the City of Philadelphia to build a

piece of site-specific public art for Hawthorne Park in South

Philadelphia. He has served as an adjunct sculpture and large

metals teacher at Moore College of Art and Design, and

he teaches forging at Bryn Athyn College and University of

Pennsylvania.

Blacksmithing with John J. RaisJuly 17–20 — $525

In this fun, exploratory workshop you will deal primarily

with hand-forged implements of beauty and function such

as serving spoons and forks, spatulas and even basic door

handles. You will work primarily from the forge, covering a

wide range of hammering techniques. Learn tapering, splitting,

punching, riveting, and fire-welding. You will complete at least

one hand-forged, hand-held piece of functional art you can be

proud of. Bring your ideas and an open mind to the workshop –

experimentation is encouraged!

John Rais has been engaged in the field of metalsmithing and

object design for the past two decades. After earning a BFA in

Sculpture from Massachusetts College of Art and an MFA in

Metalsmithing from Cranbrook Academy of Art, he served as

the Department Head of Blacksmithing at Peters Valley Craft

Education Center. John has maintained his own studio business

since 1998, where he creates one of-a-kind furniture, sculpture,

and, architectural metal work. He has designed and created

works for a Frank Lloyd Wright home, a Louis Kahn home, and

many others. His work has been featured in many magazines

including Departures, Ritz-Carlton, Metalsmith, American

Craft, and Artscope. He has been featured in several books and

has taught at a number of universities and schools including

Penland School of Crafts, SUNY Purchase, and SUNY New

Paltz. John currently has his home and studio in Philadelphia.

Blacksmithing with Mike Rossi July 31–August 3 — $525

By combining simple forging techniques, each student will build

a versatile base of knowledge. Students will complete one or

two projects, while pushing themselves to develop a forging

vocabulary.

Mike Rossi studied blacksmithing at Northern Michigan

University and Cranbrook Academy of Art; additionally, he

apprenticed to several metalworkers around the country. He

has exhibited abroad and throughout the United States at

the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, the National

Ornamental Metals Museum in Memphis, and the Target

Gallery in Alexandria, VA, in addition to several private

galleries. He has taught at Penland School of Craft, Kalamazoo

College, and Ox-Bow School of Art; and has served as a

resident artist at Haystack Mountain School of Craft. Mike is

the principal of Rossi Metal Design, an architectural metalwork

and sculpture studio based in West Philadelphia.

WORKSHOPS

Blacksmithing When it comes to studying the art of blacksmithing, it is difficult to find a better location

than Bryn Athyn. In addition to offering a beautiful and well-equipped shop that would

be the envy of any professional smith, we also provide access to an incredible collection

of metalwork that challenges the very notion of what blacksmithing is. Working under

the direction of professional instructors, who are nationally recognized as some of the

best in the industry today, you will have the opportunity to experience metalworking in a

most exciting and comprehensive way.

Blacksmithing with Warren Holzman June 20–23 — $525

July 10–13 — $525

Gain inspiration from the metalwork found throughout the

Bryn Athyn Historic District — from intricate keys, to monel

metal screens, to handcrafted doors. Then, try your hand at the

ancient craft of blacksmithing. In this project-based course, you

will learn the basics of forging from master craftsman Warren

Holzman, and then make one or two projects, ranging from

simple furniture to ornamental work.

Warren Holzman studied sculpture under Phoebe Adams at

Kutztown University, where he received his BFA in 1994. He

was awarded blacksmithing assistantships at Peters Valley

Craft Center and the Penland School of Crafts, and he has

worked as an industrial fabricator, refining his metalworking

skills and dedicating himself to his craft. In 2000, Warren

opened the Iron Studio Ltd., a custom blacksmithing shop

in Philadelphia known for its high-level craft. Warren was

recently commissioned by the City of Philadelphia to build a

piece of site-specific public art for Hawthorne Park in South

Philadelphia. He has served as an adjunct sculpture and large

metals teacher at Moore College of Art and Design, and

he teaches forging at Bryn Athyn College and University of

Pennsylvania.

Blacksmithing with John J. RaisJuly 17–20 — $525

In this fun, exploratory workshop you will deal primarily

with hand-forged implements of beauty and function such

as serving spoons and forks, spatulas and even basic door

handles. You will work primarily from the forge, covering a

wide range of hammering techniques. Learn tapering, splitting,

punching, riveting, and fire-welding. You will complete at least

one hand-forged, hand-held piece of functional art you can be

proud of. Bring your ideas and an open mind to the workshop –

experimentation is encouraged!

John Rais has been engaged in the field of metalsmithing and

object design for the past two decades. After earning a BFA in

Sculpture from Massachusetts College of Art and an MFA in

Metalsmithing from Cranbrook Academy of Art, he served as

the Department Head of Blacksmithing at Peters Valley Craft

Education Center. John has maintained his own studio business

since 1998, where he creates one of-a-kind furniture, sculpture,

and, architectural metal work. He has designed and created

works for a Frank Lloyd Wright home, a Louis Kahn home, and

many others. His work has been featured in many magazines

including Departures, Ritz-Carlton, Metalsmith, American

Craft, and Artscope. He has been featured in several books and

has taught at a number of universities and schools including

Penland School of Crafts, SUNY Purchase, and SUNY New

Paltz. John currently has his home and studio in Philadelphia.

Blacksmithing with Mike Rossi July 31–August 3 — $525

By combining simple forging techniques, each student will build

a versatile base of knowledge. Students will complete one or

two projects, while pushing themselves to develop a forging

vocabulary.

Mike Rossi studied blacksmithing at Northern Michigan

University and Cranbrook Academy of Art; additionally, he

apprenticed to several metalworkers around the country. He

has exhibited abroad and throughout the United States at

the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, the National

Ornamental Metals Museum in Memphis, and the Target

Gallery in Alexandria, VA, in addition to several private

galleries. He has taught at Penland School of Craft, Kalamazoo

College, and Ox-Bow School of Art; and has served as a

resident artist at Haystack Mountain School of Craft. Mike is

the principal of Rossi Metal Design, an architectural metalwork

and sculpture studio based in West Philadelphia.

WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOP

Glassblowing with Jason Klein June 20–23 — $725

Experience the exciting medium of glassblowing. After

gathering a lump of molten glass on your pipe, you will

practice introducing air to shape and expand it, and then

learn how to transfer your glass from the blowpipe to a solid

rod for finishing. You will work on your own pieces as well as

collaboratively on more complex projects. By the end of the

workshop you will have shaped molten glass into colorful,

transparent keepsakes.

Jason Klein has been blowing glass for more than twenty years.

He earned a business degree before studying glass blowing

at Tulane University. His interest in the Middle Ages led him

to focus on the techniques of medieval glass blowers. Since

2001 he has been a glass blower/demonstrator at Renaissance

festivals throughout the eastern United States, performing

in Florida, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. In his

historically based reenactments, he demonstrates glass-

blowing techniques from ancient Rome, Medieval Europe, and

the Renaissance. His period recreations were commissioned

as props in the Pirates of the Caribbean films and in The

Hobbit. In 2006 he began working with Glencairn Museum,

demonstrating techniques used in the building of the Bryn

Athyn Cathedral such as the muff method and the little-known

creation of medieval copper-red glass.

Glassblowing Our local community prides itself on a longstanding tradition of glassblowing, so we are

thrilled to offer this class under the direction of instructor Jason Klein. Students will view

rare examples of Roman and Medieval glass and other historic artwork from the collections

at Glencairn Museum

WORKSHOP

Glassblowing with Jason Klein June 20–23 — $725

Experience the exciting medium of glassblowing. After

gathering a lump of molten glass on your pipe, you will

practice introducing air to shape and expand it, and then

learn how to transfer your glass from the blowpipe to a solid

rod for finishing. You will work on your own pieces as well as

collaboratively on more complex projects. By the end of the

workshop you will have shaped molten glass into colorful,

transparent keepsakes.

Jason Klein has been blowing glass for more than twenty years.

He earned a business degree before studying glass blowing

at Tulane University. His interest in the Middle Ages led him

to focus on the techniques of medieval glass blowers. Since

2001 he has been a glass blower/demonstrator at Renaissance

festivals throughout the eastern United States, performing

in Florida, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. In his

historically based reenactments, he demonstrates glass-

blowing techniques from ancient Rome, Medieval Europe, and

the Renaissance. His period recreations were commissioned

as props in the Pirates of the Caribbean films and in The

Hobbit. In 2006 he began working with Glencairn Museum,

demonstrating techniques used in the building of the Bryn

Athyn Cathedral such as the muff method and the little-known

creation of medieval copper-red glass.

Glassblowing Our local community prides itself on a longstanding tradition of glassblowing, so we are

thrilled to offer this class under the direction of instructor Jason Klein. Students will view

rare examples of Roman and Medieval glass and other historic artwork from the collections

at Glencairn Museum

WORKSHOP

Glass MosaicsMosaic art is enjoying a resurgence in the United States — and glass, in its many forms, is

playing a major role in this new wave of artistic creativity. In this workshop, you will look at

several types of glass, focusing on the traditional Italian smalti and comparing it to prod-

ucts from Mexico, China, and the United States. In addition, a sampling of other mosaic

materials is available, including marble and stone.

Glass Mosaics with Carol Stirton-BroadJuly 31–Aug 3 — $525

You will initially produce a small sampler using

traditional techniques. Next, you will design a larger

piece, using these materials in your own style. Finally,

you will learn design transfer and create your final work

of art using the direct method. You will be encouraged

to experiment with a variety of tools including hammers,

hardies, and glass nippers.

Carol Stirton-Broad holds a B.F.A. from Temple

University’s Tyler School of Art, and has also studied

at Glasgow School of Art (Scotland), Orsoni (Venice,

Italy), Scuola Arte del Mosaico (Ravenna, Italy), and

the Chicago Mosaic School. Carol has taught ceramic

and mosaic workshops at the Philadelphia Museum of

Art, the Institute of Contemporary Art (Philadelphia),

Fleisher Art Memorial (Philadelphia), Main Line Art

Center (Haverford, PA), and Abington Art Center

(Jenkintown, PA). Carol’s work has been exhibited in

many locations, including The Magic Garden, The Clay

Studio, Ariana Gallery (Royal Oak, MI), the Bath House

Cultural Center (Dallas), Abington Art Center, Fleisher

Art Memorial, Main Line Art Center, Philadelphia Art

Alliance, and Tyler School of Art.

WORKSHOP

Glass MosaicsMosaic art is enjoying a resurgence in the United States — and glass, in its many forms, is

playing a major role in this new wave of artistic creativity. In this workshop, you will look at

several types of glass, focusing on the traditional Italian smalti and comparing it to prod-

ucts from Mexico, China, and the United States. In addition, a sampling of other mosaic

materials is available, including marble and stone.

Glass Mosaics with Carol Stirton-BroadJuly 31–Aug 3 — $525

You will initially produce a small sampler using

traditional techniques. Next, you will design a larger

piece, using these materials in your own style. Finally,

you will learn design transfer and create your final work

of art using the direct method. You will be encouraged

to experiment with a variety of tools including hammers,

hardies, and glass nippers.

Carol Stirton-Broad holds a B.F.A. from Temple

University’s Tyler School of Art, and has also studied

at Glasgow School of Art (Scotland), Orsoni (Venice,

Italy), Scuola Arte del Mosaico (Ravenna, Italy), and

the Chicago Mosaic School. Carol has taught ceramic

and mosaic workshops at the Philadelphia Museum of

Art, the Institute of Contemporary Art (Philadelphia),

Fleisher Art Memorial (Philadelphia), Main Line Art

Center (Haverford, PA), and Abington Art Center

(Jenkintown, PA). Carol’s work has been exhibited in

many locations, including The Magic Garden, The Clay

Studio, Ariana Gallery (Royal Oak, MI), the Bath House

Cultural Center (Dallas), Abington Art Center, Fleisher

Art Memorial, Main Line Art Center, Philadelphia Art

Alliance, and Tyler School of Art.

WORKSHOP

Manuscript Illumination Original medieval art served as inspiration for the artists and craftsmen engaged in

building Bryn Athyn Cathedral. Adjacent to the cathedral, Glencairn was built (in part) to

house this extensive medieval art collection. Since medieval stained glass and illuminated

manuscripts directly influenced each other, both became important aspects of Glencairn’s

collection. Use these exquisite hand-written original works of art to inspire your next

illuminated masterpiece in the most exciting and comprehensive way.

Manuscript Illumination with Sarah Chase DresslerJuly 31–Aug 3 — $525

In Manuscript Illumination you will examine the stunning

examples of medieval illumination, including works from

Glencairn’s substantial collection. You will have many design

examples to work from, for inspiration or to copy directly. From

grotesque and humorous decorative borders to the delicate

intricacies of miniature paintings you will have a wealth of

inspiration. You will work with pencil, brush, and paint to

develop a brush stroke and color vocabulary for the painted

page. By the end of the workshop you will have created your

own illuminated page. No prior drawing or painting experience

is necessary. More experienced or interested students will have

the opportunity to try calligraphy or gilding.

Sarah Chase Dressler earned a B.F.A. in Metals/Crafts from

The University of the Arts. She has worked in a variety of

materials and techniques but always on a jewelers scale. With

an eye trained as a jeweler she turned her artistic attentions

back to painting and drawing. Her life-long love of medieval

art has inspired her to pursue a mastery of the medieval

illuminator’s skills. She is a sought-after illuminator and

calligrapher who has taught a variety of illumination styles

privately and in workshops throughout the mid-Atlantic area

since 2001.

WORKSHOP

Manuscript Illumination Original medieval art served as inspiration for the artists and craftsmen engaged in

building Bryn Athyn Cathedral. Adjacent to the cathedral, Glencairn was built (in part) to

house this extensive medieval art collection. Since medieval stained glass and illuminated

manuscripts directly influenced each other, both became important aspects of Glencairn’s

collection. Use these exquisite hand-written original works of art to inspire your next

illuminated masterpiece in the most exciting and comprehensive way.

Manuscript Illumination with Sarah Chase DresslerJuly 31–Aug 3 — $525

In Manuscript Illumination you will examine the stunning

examples of medieval illumination, including works from

Glencairn’s substantial collection. You will have many design

examples to work from, for inspiration or to copy directly. From

grotesque and humorous decorative borders to the delicate

intricacies of miniature paintings you will have a wealth of

inspiration. You will work with pencil, brush, and paint to

develop a brush stroke and color vocabulary for the painted

page. By the end of the workshop you will have created your

own illuminated page. No prior drawing or painting experience

is necessary. More experienced or interested students will have

the opportunity to try calligraphy or gilding.

Sarah Chase Dressler earned a B.F.A. in Metals/Crafts from

The University of the Arts. She has worked in a variety of

materials and techniques but always on a jewelers scale. With

an eye trained as a jeweler she turned her artistic attentions

back to painting and drawing. Her life-long love of medieval

art has inspired her to pursue a mastery of the medieval

illuminator’s skills. She is a sought-after illuminator and

calligrapher who has taught a variety of illumination styles

privately and in workshops throughout the mid-Atlantic area

since 2001.

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Stained Glass Don’t miss this unique opportunity to study glass painting in a breathtaking historical

setting: Glencairn Museum. Familiarize yourself with Old World techniques by observing

Glencairn’s collection of more than 100 stained glass panels from the Middle Ages.

After studying the fluid brush strokes found on actual 12th century windows, you will be

inspired to create your own masterpiece.

Stained Glass with David Williams and Stephen ByrneJune 20–23 — $900

Improve your glass painting at an astonishing pace as you learn

to reproduce lovely instructor-provided designs, including

medieval heads, ornamental quarries, animals, and decorative

borders. This workshop focuses exclusively on glass painting;

no lead work or glass cutting is involved. All levels welcome.

This marks the first U.S. appearance for this dynamic glass-

painting duo from England. The pair, who have garnered an

international following, began working together in 1999 and

established the Williams & Byrne studio in 2004. David

Williams completed his apprenticeship with Patrick Reyntiens

at his studios in Buckinghamshire and Somerset, England. In

1986, David took up the position of studio manager and chief

designer at the John Hardman Studio of Birmingham. He is

accredited to the Institute of Conservation (ICON). He studied

Fine Art at the Laird School of Fine Art and has a degree in

Fine Art from the Sunderland College of Art. Stephen Byrne

completed his apprenticeship under David Williams at the John

Hardman Studio. Before stained glass, Stephen worked as a

London-based business analyst for 13 years. He has an Honors

degree from the University of Saint Andrews and a PhD from

University College, Oxford.

Stained Glass with J. Kenneth LeapJuly 10–13 — $525

Explore the art of mixing, applying, and firing glass-based paints,

enamels, and stains. While the primary focus of the class is

painting on the two-dimensional surface as it relates to stained

glass, you will also learn fusing techniques that can be adapted

to glass tile making, jewelry, and mosaic projects. A variety of

traditional and experimental techniques will be covered. You

will complete a stained glass panel, which you will assemble

using lead came, the original material used to construct stained

glass windows. Prior glass experience is not required. Returning

students can use the studio time to create a more advanced

project of their choice.

J. Kenneth Leap is primarily recognized for his achievements in

the field of architectural stained glass. Working in a tradition that

dates back to medieval Europe, Leap creates his pieces by hand-

painting glass with vitreous pigments, fusing the color to the

glass by firing it in a kiln, and assembling the glass into panels.

His painterly work in stained glass has earned him numerous

awards, including a fellowship from the New Jersey State Council

on the Arts, a juror’s award of honor in the Philadelphia Museum

of Art exhibition “Contemporary Philadelphia Artists,” and

inclusion in the Corning New Glass Review. He is currently the

stained glass artist in residence at Glencairn Museum, adjunct

professor at Bryn Athyn College, and president of the American

Glass Guild.

Stained Glass with Peter McGrainJuly 17–20 — $800

In this workshop you will learn different glass painting

techniques, from traditional to McGrain’s Vitri-Fusáille® process.

This new technique combines the multi-stage process of

traditional glass painting with modern glass fusing. Instead of

painting and firing each individual piece separately, you will fuse

the colored glass pieces together first, then paint and fire it as

one piece of glass. You will create several individual pieces, as

well as participate in the creation of a large group project. This is

a rare opportunity to take part in a hands-on workshop taught by

a prominent leader in the stained glass community.

Artist/designer Peter McGrain is recognized internationally

for his work in stained glass. With over 30 years of stained

glass experience his projects range from intimate gallery

pieces to massive architectural installations. In 1990, his panel

Shrimpers was recognized at the World Glass Congress as

the finest example of stained glass created between 1980 and

1989. He currently offers hands-on seminars at select studios,

is a contributing writer for Glass Art and Glass Craftsman

magazines, and authors glass painting books and DVDs.