Try lampworking and create your own Murano glass bead

San Marco, Venice, Venice



Discover lampworking with Moulaye, a master glassmaker for over 20 years, and create your own bead in authentic Murano glass. An engaging workshop for beginners and enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Venetian tradition and African culture come together in glass
  • Discover the meditative and artistic side of the flame and glassmaking
  • You can create and take home your own personalized beads
  • Try your hand at blowing a Murano glass bead under the guidance of a master

Description

Discover the fascinating art of glassmaking with an authentic and engaging experience in the Castello district in the heart of Venice: during this workshop you will have the opportunity to create a real Murano glass bead with your own hands. Guided by Moulaye, a master glassmaker for over 20 years, you will delve into the heart of the traditional lampworking technique, using the blowtorch to melt the glass and shape it with precision. During the activity, you will discover the fundamental principles of glassmaking, from managing the flame to rotating the molten material, to the final decoration of the bead. The experience takes place at our workshop, 5 minutes from San Marco, and is designed both for curious beginners and for those who want to learn more about a unique artisanal technique that is a symbol of Venetian tradition. The beads made during the workshop will be delivered to you after 24 hours, following a slow tempering process in the ashes.

Includes

All materials provided are included Beads created during the workshop Flame protection goggles Coffee/water/tea, if desired

Important Information

  • You may bring your own pair of glasses for working with the flame. Avoid synthetic clothing; cotton or denim is preferred.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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