I did the 3.5 hour intro class. The person that led the class was softspoken, but extremely knowledgeable and kind. She was helpful and courteous. The class was fun and educational. I feel like if I were to buy a couple of supplies, I could re-create a project in my own home! The music played during class was on point too. There's plenty of parking outside! read more

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What a great afternoon at Greg Stefan Studio! Our small group of six got hands-on with stained glass from start to finish -- choosing our own suncatcher patterns, learning to cut glass, smoothing the edges, and finally soldering everything together. Greg was warm, personable, and impressively thorough, walking us through all the tools and techniques with patience and clarity. It was creative, relaxing, and way more fun than I expected. If you've ever been curious about stained glass, this beginner class is a fantastic place to start -- highly recommend learning from Greg! read more

This place is special. I think it may be the best secret in Philly for a fun group activity/date idea. While stained glass is very intensive and contains several steps, we adored the class. Greg is super cool and patient and explains himself very well. We learned how to cut glass into shapes, sand it down to be smoother, cover this in copper foil, and solder it into a finished piece. We did all of this in three hours and enjoyed time with other people taking the class. To make larger pieces, he hosts full-day workshops and even a six-week workshop where lowkey you can become a professional and have the ability to create/sell your own work. I loved this experience - it's super unique and combines an art class with a trade. read more

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Took a 1 day private traditional painting class taught by jeanne and learned so much! It gave me the confidence to build my skills on my own going forward. Clean, organized studio space with all the supplies you need, taught by a fantastic instructor with years of experience. 10/10 read more

What a fun experience!!! I took an intro stained glass making class here. The teacher was friendly, there were lots of options for patterns to choose from, you could work at your own pace, and learn a new skill. The only notes I have are that the studio was very chilly, you are asked to purchase your own safety glasses (but could rent some for free if you ask), and I wish they had more color selection for the art project. Overall it was great though and I would recommend others to try! read more

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We took the 3.5 hour Sun Catcher workshop with Greg and it was so great! Very informative every step of the way. We felt so empowered and capable do to his teaching. Already thinking of planning another session with friends! Thank you Greg! read more

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Making stained glass was a fun date day (~3.5 hours for ~$50). I went with a group of ~6 and Greg was very friendly and knowledgeable. He has music playing throughout. He has ~10 designs to choose from (turtle, whale, lotus flower, sun, shamrock...). If you go once, you can bring your own design the next time. He starts with some practice glass showing you the proper way to cut glass and break it with the proper tools. Then he lets you choose from the basic colors of the rainbow - ask if you don't see a color and he'll grab you some more from the back. You cut out pieces from the colored glass and then use the grinder to shape up the edges. After that, you use copper to line the edges and then a soldering iron to mold the pieces together. He'll help you with any parts you are having trouble with and will touch up your work. He then puts a little hanging part on it and you're ready to go. You sign a waiver before you start - he noted that it was my choice to continue to do it if I was pregnant (I obviously was) since there was lead in the studio. Also waiver said closed toe shoes (I was wearing flip flops), but I didn't feel any part of it was dangerous or risky. There was no dust or anything in the studio. I think he was more worried if I cut myself (the cutters you use are very safe, and grinder doesn't seem like it can hurt you either; the only danger I saw was if you burned yourself with solder iron). I was a bit hesitant to go after I saw location near Bridge & Pratt in Frankford since area isn't known to be the best, but he's located in a dead end with plenty of parking, so it didn't feel unsafe. read more

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Wonderful class with a wonderful instructor. Can't wait to take my next class. Greg was patient and encouraging, and we all ended the class with beautiful work. Thank you, Greg! read more

absolutely wonderful experience. greg has such a great personality combined with world class skills and unending patience. we had a great time and learned so much in 3 and 1/2 hours . do yourself a favor and take his class . read more

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Stained glass workshop. Fun afternoon learning how to do a stained glass project. Highly recommend.

Tucked away at the end of Pratt street is Greg's studio. We attended the 3 1/2 hour workshop with another couple. Greg is personable, knowledgeable and generous with his time! We made a cute sun catcher and had a great day! read more

My wife went for the one day workshop offered by Greg Stefan Studios and this is her summary: 1) Great value. Even better if you luck out and buy the living social promotion before it ends. 2) Workshop was clean and organized (Neighborhood is so-so but plenty of parking right out front). Greg was very friendly, talented, and helpful. 3) You learn a lot, have fun, and leave with a small piece you cut, sanded, foiled, and soldered yourself! 4) Pieces he had displayed in the studio were gorgeous. 5) Small touches like offering bottled water and flexible workshop times made this a standout experience. 6) Greg offers a 10 week course if you wish to continue learning stained glass and complete a bigger project. Overall, it was a great experience. Check it out! read more

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A friend and I purchased the amazon local deal and we are so glad we did. There was some shuffling with the scheduling, which was really not an issue, things happen. We finally got to get into the studio last night. The review written below by Josh S. and his wife is really on-point. I agree with everything listed but I'll try to not be a copycat. We had a great night with a class of about 6 people. Greg was patient, friendly, encouraging and motivating. You can tell how much he enjoys teaching. He's a great people person and we had a really fun group. One of the older people in the class dropped hers after cutting everything and was really upset. Greg helped her get back on track and gave her all new glass to start with. That was surely out of his own pocket but he wasn't having anyone leave upset! I love the star I made and my friend loved what she made as well. I would consider going back just to be able to do it all again, maybe making something for someone as a gift next time instead of for myself. I do wish that I had known that using clear glass meant the gold foil would show on the edges; I would've chosen a different color. That said, I can use it to show people how I did it. :) If you're on the fence, just do it. It was so fun! read more

Greg Stefan Studios - 1st star: glass I cut sitting on the pattern. 2nd: after I used the grinder on them & wrapped them in foil 3rd: finished product - Art Classes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Greg Stefan Studios is the real deal in the stained glass world! Greg is a down-to-earth, skilled and talented artist who clearly enjoys sharing his gift with his students. He's a relatable, personable and patient teacher. The studio is off the beaten path, in a low-key converted garage, but the space is perfect for rolling up your sleeves and creating works of art. Greg has a beautiful selection of glass in a diverse array of textures, sizes and colors, all available for purchase to create your masterpiece. Greg Stefan Studios offers classes and programs for all skill levels from curious beginners to advanced restoration. I took a 12 week Stained Glass 1 class and absolutely fell in love with the craft! I'll be back for more! read more

I purchased a LivingSocial voucher and e-mailed Greg to get it set up (the expiration date was approaching), and from the beginning, Greg could not have been nicer and more accommodating. My boyfriend and I went for our workshop Friday night and had an absolute blast. All of the other reviews here really accurate. Greg is extremely passionate about his work, and it's infectious. He's caring, patient, a great teacher, funny, and an all-around sweet guy. The other folks doing the workshop with us were friendly, and by the end we all had a great rapport. What really drew me to the workshop was that we actually learned something AND walked away with a small piece we created. Greg did a fantastic job of leading us step by step and making each component feel really approachable and stress-free. The 3.5 hours flew by, and we were just so impressed with Greg, his studio, and how the workshop ran. I can't recommend this enough! read more

Who doesn't love stained glass windows? I was ecstatic when I I bought a 3.5 hours workshop from livingsocial. It is completely different from other workshops such as byob wine painting, which I can do by myself. The stained glass was such as great deal and I loved every moment of it. Greg was amazing. He was patient and knowledgeable. He has such a passion from stained glass that it becomes contagious. We started off by picking out what we want to make, I chose the stereotypical butterfly while my friend chose a whale. Greg showed us how to cut the glass and gave us pieces to practice on before we even started which was great because it looked so simple but its not..not at all. After that, he showed us how to properly use the grinder, than foiling. Foiling is WAY harder than it looks. It looks like you just wrap the glass piece around sticky shiny foil but no, it has to be perfect and in the middle. I had to do a piece three times because one side had more than the other. After that, he showed us how to apply lux safely and solder them properly. He showed us tips and tricks and it was great. In 3.5 hours, I learned quickly how to do things. It was the spark of a new hobby. My friend and I have never done stained glass before but with the help of Greg, we created something worthy of buying, if I do say so myself. It was so much fun that when summer hits, we'll be taking his 8 week class. Stained glass is so beautiful and there is so much you can do with it. I don't think it can ever get boring like knitting and sewing did for me quickly. As soon as we left, we were ecstatic. How many people can say they learned stained glass? Something that you can be so proud of and want to show EVERYONE what you created? It was amazing and I loved every moment of it. I highly recommend it. read more

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Took the 3.5 hour intro class and had an amazing time. Greg was so patient and a wonderful teacher who clearly has a passion for his craft. I would totally recommend this experience to anyone who wants to try something new. read more

I took Greg's stain glass workshop with a friend. We had a great time! Greg is a fantastic stain glass artist. Greg knows how to teach his craft making each member of the class comfortable and confident to make a stain glass suncatcher. I highly recommend taking this workshop as a beginner in glass. Your project will be gorgeous! I plan to take the 8 week class! read more

Took the 3 hour introduction class today and loved it! Greg was super friendly and a great teacher. My group and I really felt like we learned something and has so much fun doing it. We definitely plan on coming back for more classes. Thanks Greg! read more

My sister and I just finished a 3.5 hour stained glass workshop at Greg Stefan's Studio. All I can say is it's definitely a be back. Greg is down to earth, and a super nice guy. His passion for his work is evident in the way he wants you to enjoy your time making your piece. Every step of the way he is with you, encouraging and helpful. You leave with a great piece of stained glass art! read more

This was an amazing experience! My friend and I were able to create our very own suncatcher with beautiful stained glass... cut, sand, foil, sodder. Sounds easy? It's not... but it is a lot of fun! Greg was very friendly and knew everything about stained glass. I think I found a new hobby! read more

My wife and I recently did the 3.5 hour stained glass workshop with Greg Stefan. I can say without any doubt that I will definitely be back here to do more stained glass work. The studio is in a pretty sketchy area, but Greg's shop is tucked away with plenty of parking right out front. The shop itself is clean and organized. I could tell right away that Greg was a really down to earth and nice guy. My sisters and their husbands were running late and he told me to text them and let them know it is not an issue and not to rush; he was very genuine about it too. The first thing we did was pick out which template we wanted to use for our suncatcher. There were about 15 choices all somewhat basic, but perfect for a beginner. Greg sat us down and gave us a very quick summary of stained glass; he didn't inundate us but he still gave us great information. We first learned how to score the glass and break it, we then learned how to use a grinding wheel to smooth out the edges, then he showed us how to sodder the pieces together. This really was a great experience and I cannot wait to take other people to Greg to learn more about stained glass. Greg was really accomodating the entire time. It started with some folks in my group being late and him not getting annoyed. During the class my brother in law wanted to change his template slightly and Greg was open to that and helped him with it. At one point he even let us choose a different color glass then was being offered, the glass he let us choose looked a little more intricate and I'm sure it was more expensive then just the plain glass he normally uses. He even offered us free bottles of water and wasn't rushing us out of his studio even though we were there very late. Thanks again Greg for everything. read more

Excellent workshop! My first time working with stain glass was a great experience, thanks to Greg! Something I always wanted to do and Greg has the perfect personality for teaching, especially us rookies. I have a deeper understanding and appreciation of the process and time it takes to create the beautiful pieces of art that people all see and love. I'm hooked and will definitely go back for another workshop! read more