Beginners Glass Blowing Workshop : 1-on-1 | 2025
- Price
- $550
Come and experience this fully immersive 1-on-1 glassblowing workshop at New Zealand Glassworks.
In this workshop you will learn traditional glassblowing skills in gathering, forming, colour application and blowing to make your very own pieces of art. These sessions are suitable for complete beginners or those looking to expand their skills after the completion of our Level 1, 2 + 3 workshops.
Our experienced and skilled instructors will guide you through each step of the process, providing individualised instruction and support to help you achieve your goals.
You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout the workshop, starting simple with gathering from the furnace and making a paperweight, progressing to blown items such as vases, bowls and decorative objects.
All materials, PPE and equipment will be provided - all you need to bring is your creativity and a willingness to learn.
Join us at New Zealand Glassworks for an unforgettable experience and continue your journey into the fascinating world of glassblowing!
Details
Level / Technique
Beginner Glass blowing - 1-on-1
Duration
3hr workshop on a Saturday: 9am-12pm, and 1-4pm
Number of participants per workshop
1 person
What you should wear
Covered flat shoes - worker boots or sneakers (no sandals or jandals).
Natural fiber clothing - t-shirt/shirt, full length leg coverings e.g jeans, cotton trousers (no synthetics).
Outcomes
Each participant can expect to make; a variety of objetcs such as paperweights, vases and decorative objects.
All materials are included.
No persons under the age of fifteen are able participate in the workshop.
No prior experience needed.
Refund policy:
NOTE: With all hot glass, the pieces you make need to anneal (cooled down) in a annealing kiln overnight, you will need to return the following day to collect your work. Items can be mailed at an extra charge.
