Turn molten color into a hand-blown ornament in a 90-minute studio session led by Chihuly-trained artist Conrad Williams. Perfect for beginners and kids 6+, the class teaches basic tools, blowing technique, and color selection with finished pieces available for next-day pick-up.
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You step off the street into a small studio where heat and color meet — the furnace humming like a restrained engine, glass glowing orange at the end of a blowpipe. The Gulf light filters in through a shop window and the instructor, Conrad Williams — trained by Dale Chihuly — moves with practiced economy, handing you tools and a choice of colors.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; students should be able to stand for short periods and follow safety instructions
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History
Conrad Williams studied under Dale Chihuly, bringing studio glass techniques from the American studio glass movement to the Naples arts scene.
Conservation
The studio minimizes waste through careful material use and annealing practices; visitors are encouraged to support local arts and coastal conservation efforts that protect the Gulf environment.
Reserve your spot on the Ornament glassblowing class hosted by Glassblowing in the Garden today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear protective clothing
Closed-toe shoes and long pants protect you from stray heat and should be worn to every session.
Arrive early for parking
The studio sits on a small offshoot of Yucca Road; arriving 10 minutes early helps with navigation and check-in.
Plan for next-day pick-up
Completed ornaments are annealed overnight—allow time the following day to collect your piece or arrange shipping if available.
Keep a safe photo distance
You can photograph the process, but maintain distance during hotwork to avoid safety hazards and obstructing the instructor.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet from hot fragments and is required studio safety gear.
Long pants
Shield legs from heat and splatter while working near the furnace.
Lightweight shirt (cotton)
Natural fibers handle heat better than synthetics during close work with hot glass.
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Camera or phone
Capture the process, but follow instructor guidance on distance and timing.