Live Glassblowing Demonstration in Turin (For Groups)

Watch matter take shape and experience the magic of the live furnace up close.

Step inside the only active hot-glass furnace workshop in North-West Italy. An intimate and exclusive experience inside the private studio of Master Josean Garcia Diaz, where the millenary tradition of Murano glass meets the heat of living fire in the heart of Turin.

Two hours to slow down, closely observe the transformation of incandescent glass at 1,000°C, and share a unique journey through history and high craftsmanship.

How It Works & Organization

• Tailored for your group: This experience is designed exclusively for organized groups. There are no fixed dates on the website: contact us directly to arrange the most convenient date and time for you.

• Available languages: Demonstrations can be conducted in Italian, Spanish, and English.

• Participants: Minimum 10 participants – Maximum 25 participants.

Duration and Structure

2 hours of relaxed and pleasant exploration.

A journey designed to discover the secrets of a rare art: you will be able to observe high-temperature crafting, ask questions to the Master, and enjoy the magic of incandescent glass in total relaxation.

What Happens During the Demonstration

• The history and origins of Murano

  We sit together for an informal introduction: university roots, the birth of the workshop, and the story of how the great Muranese tradition came to Turin.

• The dance of fluid glass (Live Demo)

  Just steps from your eyes, solid glass transforms into fluid matter. Witness a fascinating live demonstration by the Master, feeling the intense heat of the 1,000°C furnace as a work of art takes shape.

• Behind the scenes of the workshop

  A dynamic and open moment to ask questions, discover the secrets of the trade, and understand how fire and living matter are governed.

• The Murano Lucky Charm & Gallery

  Each participant will receive a hand-forged glass lucky charm made by the Master as a gift. At the end of the experience, you will have exclusive access to the gallery to calmly browse the studio’s collections and works.

What You Take Home

• A hand-made glass lucky charm by the Master, as a souvenir of the day;

• A deep knowledge of an ancient art and its secrets;

• An intense and memorable cultural experience in the furnace;

• Exclusive access to the laboratory’s collection of unique works.

Who It Is For

• Schools and educational institutions (educational and cultural pathways on craftsmanship);

• Associations, clubs, and groups of art and design enthusiasts;

• Groups of friends or families of all ages who wish to share a special moment together;

• Delegations and foreign visitors (thanks to service in Italian, Spanish, and English).

How to Book Your Date

We organize the event tailored to your needs.

Write to us to check calendar availability, arrange the perfect time, and define all the details of your visit to the furnace.

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