One thing I really wanted to do while we were in Breckenridge was go into the glassblowing shop. I got my wish. It also turned into a very memorable experience. As I was looking at all of the art, the owner and sole glassblower came up to me and said, "you have great timing, I'm about to make something." Of course I was thrilled. And then he asked D to be his assistant. What followed was an approximately 45 minute demonstration/experience where D made a beautiful piece with John, the owner. John apprenticed to learn glassblowing in Paris, France. This was an amazing turn of events, and I took so many pictures! Here are some of the best.
This chandelier was really cool to look at:
These are some of the pieces on display/for sale.
Beginning the process:
D blowing on that long pole, enlarging the piece:
Every step was fascinating.
Others were involved:
This is D holding the kevlar gloves in the corner of the pic. Right after this was taken, he picked up the piece and put it into a kiln to stay overnight.
In the end we bought some beautiful tumblers for my kitchen, and the artist engraved his name on them. What an experience!!
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