Curiel Reynolds School of Visual Arts in Spencer, IA

Our classes are offered via the Iowa Lakes Community College Continuing Education Program, call 1-800-252-5664 or 712-362-7231for information on current offerings or view our Visual Arts offerings in their online catalog. (These classes approved for most Iowa Vocational Rehab students.)

Contact the CRVA Office

Curiel-Reynolds School of Visual Arts

216 6th Avenue East

Spencer, IA 51301

(712) 580-5035

 

CRVA is a 501(c)(3)  Non-Profit based in Spencer, IA

CRVA does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, nationality or ethnic origin in employment, artistic or educational programs.

 

IA school of visual arts specializing in glass and jewelry

CRVA 2010 Classes. . .

CRVA and the Iowa Lakes Community College, through its Continuing Education division, have expanded the Visual Arts offerings this semester -- students made requests and we did our best to accommodate!

To register for Iowa Lakes Visual Arts courses call 1-800-252-5664 or 712-362-7231 to obtain information on current offerings or view the CRVA Visual Arts offerings in their online catalog. (These classes approved for most Iowa Vocational Rehab students.)

If you know which course you'd like to enroll in, you can register online here.


Remember, the Curiel-Reynolds School of Visual Arts has a team of artists ready to commission your next project!  All projects completed under the direction of Louis "Tony" Curiel.

Now Accepting Registration for the Following Classes

Beginning Architectural Stained Glass

Date(s): 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25

Time: 7-9:30pm (Thur.)

The use of modern techniques of stained glass will be employed in this class where the student will focus on design and fabrication of a stained glass panel. Instructor: Louis “Tony” Curiel.

 

Make Your Own Necklace and Bracelet 

Date(s): 2/13

Time: 2-4:00pm (Sat.)

Make a necklace and bracelet to celebrate the first day of Spring. Wear your spring celebration home! Fee includes materials.  Please feel free to bring your own beads if you desire.  One-Day-Class. Instructor: Heidi Westphal

 

 

View a list of all CRVA Visual Arts offerings in online catalog.

 


 

Now Accepting Applications for Apprenticeship Program

 

Stained Glass Artist

1 year Apprentice Program --  2,000 hours of on-the-job training

                                                144 hours of classroom instruction

The CRVA has developed an Apprenticeship Program where you will receive on-the-job training in the field of stained glass. Apprenticeships are learn as you go programs that teach a specific industry trade.

 

As an Apprentice you will learn how to rub out a panel, techniques for dismantling a panel, how to make a leaded light, traditional glass painting as well as conservation techniques. In addition, you will gain an understanding of the origins of Stained Glass, the scientific side of glass work, and the process of taking a design from working drawings to the finished project. Iowa Vocational Rehab clients encouraged to apply.  Requirements of the Program:

·        Must be 18 years of age & possess a High School diploma or equivalent

·        Be physically able to perform the essentials of the job (lifting requirement of 50 lbs)

·        Must live within 10-30 minutes of Spencer, Iowa, or willing to relocate

·        Able to work outside in all types of weather

·        Read and understand the English language

 

Click here for details and application.

 

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