Glass Fusing 101

Learn glass fusing techniques from artist Annukka Ritalhati, Silverstreet Glass, and make a beautiful ornament, pendant, earrings, bracelet or ring stone. All materials and equipment will be provided. No previous experience necessary. Each piece will be collected at the end of the workshop and annealed in a kiln offsite. The finished glass artwork will be available for pickup Wednesday, March 25 at the Cossitt Library Makerspace. Embrace this creative and novel form of art when you register to attend. 

This program requires a $5 deposit to hold the reservation; cash or check payable to 'FOGPL' and delivered to library staff at least 48 hours prior to the program. Funds are used to offset the cost of materials and are non-refundable. 

Sponsored by The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

About the instructor:

Annukka Ritalahti began working with glass in 1980. She became a professional artist in 1988 and worked from her original studio and shop in Tampere, Finland until 2014. Today she creates art, teaches others in glass working techniques, and works alongside her husband, Mark, in their North Granby, Connecticut studio.

While her public artworks are in Finland, her art has found it’s way to private residences around the world. Annukka's glass works were featured in several private art exhibitions in galleries in Europe. Her art continues to be accepted at juried art shows and she is often invited to exhibit her artwork for special occasions. 

Annukka has taught both professional and hobby students since 1988. Her range of techniques and mediums includes stained glass, mosaics, painting, flame working, and jewelry. She continues to create art and teach in the USA, and enjoys bringing her visions to life and inspiring others to do the same with their art. 

For more information about Annukka and her studio visit https://silverstreetglass-studio.com/