Overview

Uncover the science of glass blowing in this Hotshop demonstration. Visitors will have a firsthand look at the process of shaping molten glass using traditional tools and techniques. The tour will explore questions such as:

How has glass-blowing evolved since its origin thousands of years ago?
What is the chemistry of glass and how does that affect its colour?
Is glass flexible?
What happens when glass is cooled too quickly?
Why is teamwork so important in the Hotshop?

After a glass-blowing demonstration in the Hotshop, visitors will have the opportunity to get hands-on and create their own glass tile. Visitors will cut, design and arrange glass to make their own kiln-formed tiles. Postage of tiles is included.

For more information or to make a booking, contact the Public Programs Manager, Wendy Dawes via the email and phone contacts.