Do you like to work with your hands but haven’t tried hot glass?
This course introduces the material’s possibilities and limitations, allowing glass to become an active part of your creative process – ideal for designers, artists, architects, or students intrigued about working with glass.
Participants will learn to gather glass from the furnace, shape it, and explore its physical properties. Through demonstrations and discussions, you’ll gain practical tips on the versatile possibilities of the material, as well as knowledge of hot glass and its history, perfect for beginners and creatives eager to experiment hands-on.
Nuutajärvi is the heart of handcrafted glass in Finland and the country’s oldest glass village. Its 230-year tradition of continuous glassmaking has shaped many of the classics and legends of Finnish glass design, while international glassmakers have drawn inspiration from the village’s distinctive history, creative exchange, and surrounding nature. Designers such as Kaj Franck and Oiva Toikka, along with international figures like Dale Chihuly, have been part of this living legacy.
Teachers: HELMI REMES & SLATE GROVE
Language: ENGLISH/FINNISH