Lampwork Bead Workshop

Welcome to the intimate world of the lampwork workshop, a space where the grand scale of the glass furnace is condensed into the intense focus of a single flame. In this activity, you are not just a spectator but a participant in…

The process of lampworking begins with the selection of glass rods, each prepared with specific metal oxides to produce vibrant colors—cobalt for blue, copper for green, and gold for the famous Venetian ruby red. As you hold the…

While the history of Murano glass is often told through the stories of famous male maestros, the story of the bead is deeply rooted in the social history of Venetian women. The 'perlere' were highly skilled artisans who operated…

As your bead slowly cools in the vermiculite—a necessary process to prevent thermal shock and cracking—reflect on the experience of having engaged with one of Venice's most enduring traditions. You have moved from being a casual…