Duration: approximately 1 to 2 hours
In the heart of Venice, this glassmaking workshop introduces you to the lampwork technique through an authentic experience of fire, color, and Venetian craftsmanship. Guided by master artisan Moulaye Niang, you will discover how glass takes shape through precise movements and continuous transformations of the material.
After a brief introduction to the history of Venetian beads and their cultural influences, you will move on to hands-on practice, working the glass directly with a flame. You will learn how to shape, decorate, and personalize your beads, observing how texture, color, and form change during the process.
An authentic way to experience Venice through a craft technique that combines tradition, manual skill, and creativity.
What makes this experience special
• Glassmaking using the lampwork technique guided by a master artisan
• Discovery of the history of Venetian beads and their cultural influences
• Creation and personalization of your own beads
• Direct contact with the glass transformation process
• Experience in an authentic workshop, amidst fire and material
What you take home (besides your beads)
Not just an object, but an awareness of the skill and precision required to work with a living material, and a closer look at the value of Venetian craftsmanship.
