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Create Your Own Murano Glass: Beginner’s Glassblowing Class in Murano, Italy, offers an unforgettable, hands-on experience. This isn't just a demonstration; it's a chance to work alongside master artisans in a real glassblowing hotshop. Prepare for an intense and memorable activity that will stay with you forever. Participants will dive into the world of glassblowing, learning the fundamental techniques required to manipulate molten glass. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, they'll practice basic movements and develop hand-eye coordination, essential for shaping the glass. Then, equipped with newfound skills, participants will have the opportunity to create their own Murano glass artifact, choosing between crafting a drinking cup, bowl, or small vase. The experience includes safety glasses, water to stay hydrated, and a sleeve to protect arms from the intense heat. The glass piece will need to cool overnight, and can be picked up the next day or shipped worldwide (shipping costs not included). Note that glassblowing is a physically demanding craft, requiring comfort with high temperatures and physical exertion.

Create Your Own Murano Glass: Beginner’s Glassblowing Class in Murano, Italy, offers an unforgettable, hands-on experience. This isn't just a demonstration; it's a chance to work alongside master artisans in a real glassblowing hotshop. Prepare for an intense and memorable activity that will stay with you forever. Participants will dive into the world of glassblowing, learning the fundamental techniques required to manipulate molten glass. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, they'll practice basic movements and develop hand-eye coordination, essential for shaping the glass. Then, equipped with newfound skills, participants will have the opportunity to create their own Murano glass artifact, choosing between crafting a drinking cup, bowl, or small vase. The experience includes safety glasses, water to stay hydrated, and a sleeve to protect arms from the intense heat. The glass piece will need to cool overnight, and can be picked up the next day or shipped worldwide (shipping costs not included). Note that glassblowing is a physically demanding craft, requiring comfort with high temperatures and physical exertion.

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Create your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson with Local Artisan in Venice. This is a special chance to learn the ancient art of Venetian glassmaking from Massimiliano Caldarone, a famous artist. You'll get to make your own glass souvenir using techniques from Murano, a place known for its beautiful glass. Massimiliano Caldarone is a well-known Venetian artist who shows his glass art all over the world. He uses old methods from Murano to make new and interesting glass sculptures. During this lesson, he will help you make your own unique glass artwork that you can take home. You also get a 10% discount on his other glass creations. This experience includes all the tools you need, your own glass artwork to keep, and a lesson with a local glass expert. It does not include hotel pick-up.

Create your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson with Local Artisan in Venice. This is a special chance to learn the ancient art of Venetian glassmaking from Massimiliano Caldarone, a famous artist. You'll get to make your own glass souvenir using techniques from Murano, a place known for its beautiful glass. Massimiliano Caldarone is a well-known Venetian artist who shows his glass art all over the world. He uses old methods from Murano to make new and interesting glass sculptures. During this lesson, he will help you make your own unique glass artwork that you can take home. You also get a 10% discount on his other glass creations. This experience includes all the tools you need, your own glass artwork to keep, and a lesson with a local glass expert. It does not include hotel pick-up.

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Private and exclusive glass factory workshop in Venice Murano offers a rare chance to work with a master glassmaker in a private setting. This isn't just a tour; it's an opportunity to create your own glass masterpiece. The experience takes place in Murano, a place famous for its glassmaking history. Participants will be picked up from their hotel or a pre-arranged location by taxi. Inside the studio, the master glassmaker will guide them through the process of creating a glass object, such as a jar or an animal. The furnace will be exclusively available, allowing for personalized attention and hands-on creation. Participants will learn to raise incandescent sand from the oven, turn on the Bronzino, and even blow the glass. The finished creation will then be shipped to their home. This experience provides an introduction to the art of glassblowing and an appreciation for unique glass pieces. Following the workshop, guests have access to an exclusive private gallery for shopping, accompanied by a personal guide. This tour is perfect for art lovers who wish to create something unique. Note that this experience may not be suitable for small children under 9.

Private and exclusive glass factory workshop in Venice Murano offers a rare chance to work with a master glassmaker in a private setting. This isn't just a tour; it's an opportunity to create your own glass masterpiece. The experience takes place in Murano, a place famous for its glassmaking history. Participants will be picked up from their hotel or a pre-arranged location by taxi. Inside the studio, the master glassmaker will guide them through the process of creating a glass object, such as a jar or an animal. The furnace will be exclusively available, allowing for personalized attention and hands-on creation. Participants will learn to raise incandescent sand from the oven, turn on the Bronzino, and even blow the glass. The finished creation will then be shipped to their home. This experience provides an introduction to the art of glassblowing and an appreciation for unique glass pieces. Following the workshop, guests have access to an exclusive private gallery for shopping, accompanied by a personal guide. This tour is perfect for art lovers who wish to create something unique. Note that this experience may not be suitable for small children under 9.

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In 'Glass Lampwork Workshop and Walking in Murano,' craft your own Venetian bead in a hands-on lampwork workshop, preserving a 17th-century tradition. Tour the oldest glass factory (since 1295), witnessing the blend of tradition and modern design. Explore Murano's hidden gems, including Byzantine churches, on this small-group experience. Additional fee for lampwork tools

In 'Glass Lampwork Workshop and Walking in Murano,' craft your own Venetian bead in a hands-on lampwork workshop, preserving a 17th-century tradition. Tour the oldest glass factory (since 1295), witnessing the blend of tradition and modern design. Explore Murano's hidden gems, including Byzantine churches, on this small-group experience. Additional fee for lampwork tools

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Glassworking Experience with Alessandro Boscolo in Murano, Italy, offers a hands-on adventure into the world of glass art. Participants get to step into the workshop of Alessandro Boscolo, a master glassblower with over 20 years of experience, and learn the secrets of this ancient craft. This isn't just a demonstration; it's a chance to become part of Murano's artistic heritage. Under Alessandro's guidance, visitors will blow, shape, and mold molten glass, creating their own unique piece to take home. The experience provides a safe and engaging environment where the whole family can immerse themselves in the glassmaking tradition of Murano. It’s a memorable way for curious travelers to connect with the soul of Murano glass. Alessandro's family pioneered the torch-blowing technique, working with light to shape glass into art. The experience includes all equipment to shape and blow the glass.

Glassworking Experience with Alessandro Boscolo in Murano, Italy, offers a hands-on adventure into the world of glass art. Participants get to step into the workshop of Alessandro Boscolo, a master glassblower with over 20 years of experience, and learn the secrets of this ancient craft. This isn't just a demonstration; it's a chance to become part of Murano's artistic heritage. Under Alessandro's guidance, visitors will blow, shape, and mold molten glass, creating their own unique piece to take home. The experience provides a safe and engaging environment where the whole family can immerse themselves in the glassmaking tradition of Murano. It’s a memorable way for curious travelers to connect with the soul of Murano glass. Alessandro's family pioneered the torch-blowing technique, working with light to shape glass into art. The experience includes all equipment to shape and blow the glass.

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Glass Factory with Exclusive Boat offers an intimate Murano glassblowing experience led by a Venetian family. Enjoy a private guide, prosecco, and access to a private gallery. Delve into the art and history of glassmaking. Remember that it can get quite hot near the furnace. A truly indelible memory of the history of glass.

Glass Factory with Exclusive Boat offers an intimate Murano glassblowing experience led by a Venetian family. Enjoy a private guide, prosecco, and access to a private gallery. Delve into the art and history of glassmaking. Remember that it can get quite hot near the furnace. A truly indelible memory of the history of glass.

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In 'Molten Glass Magic,' experience the ancient art of glassblowing in a private class. Learn to gather and shape molten glass, creating your own Murano-style souvenir. Discover the skill required to craft authentic glass, and appreciate the unique imperfections that give each piece its value. Includes welcome cocktail/coffee and private taxi.

In 'Molten Glass Magic,' experience the ancient art of glassblowing in a private class. Learn to gather and shape molten glass, creating your own Murano-style souvenir. Discover the skill required to craft authentic glass, and appreciate the unique imperfections that give each piece its value. Includes welcome cocktail/coffee and private taxi.

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In this Murano Glass processing course, learn the ancient art of glassblowing from a master artisan. Create your own unique glass piece using traditional techniques. This hands-on workshop in Venice offers an immersive cultural experience, suitable for beginners, blending creativity and craftsmanship for a memorable Venetian adventure.

In this Murano Glass processing course, learn the ancient art of glassblowing from a master artisan. Create your own unique glass piece using traditional techniques. This hands-on workshop in Venice offers an immersive cultural experience, suitable for beginners, blending creativity and craftsmanship for a memorable Venetian adventure.

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The Basic Moleria Finishing course immerses you in Murano glass artistry. Learn grinding techniques from master artisans, understand materials, and refine your own glass piece. This hands-on workshop provides a certificate and a unique opportunity to engage with a centuries-old Venetian tradition. Keep your personally crafted glass artwork!

The Basic Moleria Finishing course immerses you in Murano glass artistry. Learn grinding techniques from master artisans, understand materials, and refine your own glass piece. This hands-on workshop provides a certificate and a unique opportunity to engage with a centuries-old Venetian tradition. Keep your personally crafted glass artwork!

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Print Your Phrase with Ancient Wooden Characters in Venice offers a rare chance to step away from the usual tourist spots and delve into authentic Venetian craftsmanship. In a small group, visitors will enter a true artisan workshop and create their own sentence using original wooden fonts. Working with manual presses, just like master printers of the past, every gesture becomes part of a centuries-old tradition. The experience includes guidance from an experienced craftsman, all necessary materials, and visitors will take home 4-5 prints on beautiful Fabriano paper. This hands-on creative experience allows participants to connect with the rich history of Venice through the art of letterpress printing. This unique workshop provides a memorable journey into the heart of Venetian artistry, leaving participants with a tangible piece of their experience printed on paper – and a lasting memory.

Print Your Phrase with Ancient Wooden Characters in Venice offers a rare chance to step away from the usual tourist spots and delve into authentic Venetian craftsmanship. In a small group, visitors will enter a true artisan workshop and create their own sentence using original wooden fonts. Working with manual presses, just like master printers of the past, every gesture becomes part of a centuries-old tradition. The experience includes guidance from an experienced craftsman, all necessary materials, and visitors will take home 4-5 prints on beautiful Fabriano paper. This hands-on creative experience allows participants to connect with the rich history of Venice through the art of letterpress printing. This unique workshop provides a memorable journey into the heart of Venetian artistry, leaving participants with a tangible piece of their experience printed on paper – and a lasting memory.