Glassblowing 1 — Introduction to Glassblowing

Your gateway into the world of hot glass. This three-day intensive covers everything you need to start working safely and confidently in the hotshop — from proper tool handling and furnace etiquette to gathering, centering, and basic shaping techniques. You'll learn the vocabulary of the craft, get comfortable with the bench and the blowpipe, and walk away with your first hand-blown pieces. No experience required — just curiosity and heat tolerance.