Instructor Profiles
Gail Stouffer
Sr. Instructor, Glass Arts
Gail is a working glass artist specializing in functional glassware production, custom architectural and environmental glass installations, and one-of-a-kind sculptural pieces. As an educator her enthusiasm for glass art is so contagious that it has spread to her students and there is no cure. Teaching all levels of warm glass, she is also PMC Guild Level 2 Certified Instructor. Gail holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from C.W. Post College/Long Island University in New York. Learn more about Gail...
Nicole Vachier Lozano
Sr. Instructor, Glass Arts
A native of Texas, Nicole was raised in San Antonio. She graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University, with a Bachelor's of Science in 1997. Since that time, she has worked for a large financial institution. This, however, did not satisfy her desire to create. In 2005, Nicole took a workshop on kiln fused glass techniques. Almost immediately she knew this was what she needed to do. Her technical skills developed quickly and she is now passing on her knowledge as an instructor. Learn more about Nicole...
Cathy McKervey
Associate Instructor, Glass Arts
Cathy is a glass artist with a BA in Art and Education from Carthage College in Wisconsin where her area of concentration was Stained Glass. To support her passion for glass, Cathy worked as an Art Teacher for over 13 years in public school systems around the country. She also joined the renowned GLASSWORKS organization in Louisville, KY. where she held the position as Director of Tours and Education for this multimillion dollar glass facility. Cathy continues to pursue her interest in warm glass and has sold her work in galleries that include the Glassworks Gallery in Louisville KY, the MacNider Art Museum in Mason City, IA and the Clear Lake Art Center in Clear Lake, IA. just to name a few.
Stacy Levinson
Associate Instructor, Glass Arts
Stacy brings over 7 years experience along with a unique creative vision for your custom projects. She specializes in life casting, sculpture, lighting, sinks, as well as functional art. Learn more about Stacy...
