Have you ever wanted to learn about mold making and kiln casting? In this exciting class we will explore materials, make a one-part mold, cast glass, and finishing work. Some topics covered through demonstrations will be: how to work with lost wax, how to make a one-part mold, experimentation with objects, and how to finish a cast glass piece. Learn all of the parts of the process from beginning to end! At the end of the course, each student will take home a wonderful one of a kind artwork. Handouts will also be given on all of the techniques covered and how to build your own kiln casting shop.

Glass Fruits and Flowers Workshop" is a creative journey of exploration where colors and techniques come together. What will we do in the workshop?

Hibiscus and Leaf Murrini Making

In the first part of the workshop, we will learn how to create Hibiscus and Leaf murrinis. We will examine the entire process and discuss which types of glass are suitable for this work.

In this course, the ever-changing rhythms and inspiring textures of nature, elements such as plants, stones, water and soil will be processed by creating original designs. While participants will discover how organic forms and textures in nature are reflected on the glass surface and their relationship with light, they will also learn the basics of the lost wax technique and gain the ability to produce a work from start to finish by putting it into practice at every stage.

Join us for an immersive, hands-on experience in the world of glass art, where you'll have the unique opportunity to learn from two master artisans. Over the course of several days and nights, you'll engage in extensive glassblowing and engraving practices. Work directly with the masters in both the hot shop and the cold shop, gaining valuable insights and refining your skills in these essential areas of glassmaking.

We present Julia Dubenko’s masterclass on blown hollow beads. In this course, you will learn the stages and intricacies of blowing hollow beads using a tube and the necessary toolset; round, flat, and tube-shaped. You will see how to decorate the beads with materials such as dots, lines, enamels, and silver. By the end of the course, each student will be able to create their own jewelry or an art object using the beads they have blown.

The price includes accommodation in a 4-person room, breakfast, lunch, and dinner.