Workshop

Welcome back to the physical world—an invitation to immersive yourself in the art of making.

Huang Xiaozhe hosts glass lampworking workshops in Venice in her working atelier, located in Castello, a 10-minute walk from San Marco Square and overlooking the Venetian lagoon.

Rooted in a contemporary jewellery practice, these workshops offer a focused introduction to glass as a material

Each session welcomes a maximum of two guests, allowing for close guidance and a personal learning experience. All tools and materials are provided. No prior experience is required. Bookings are arranged individually based on availability.

Prices are listed per person for private one-to-one sessions. For two guests attending together, a 20% discount applies per person.

Workshop Progression

Experience Workshop – 2 Hours | €120

• Introduction to glass lampworking and working with flame 

• Learn how glass softens, moves, and responds to heat 

• Explore fundamental hand movements and heat control 

• Techniques: gathering, pulling, and simple shaping 

• Create a first small piece, such as a ring or pendant 

Entry Workshop – 5 Hours | €280

• Focus on shaping and controlling form in molten glass 

• Develop skills in flame control and tool use 

• Learn to create balanced and refined shapes 

• Techniques: forming spheres, discs, and spirals 

• Create multiple glass jewellery pieces, including earrings 

Experiment Workshop – 10 Hours | €500

• Explore surface, pattern, and personal expression 

• Learn timing and temperature control for decorative work 

• Combine techniques to create variation in colour and form 

• Techniques: stringers, dots, layering, encasing, textures 

• Create a series of more complex, decorative pieces 

Collection Workshop – 20 Hours | €1000

• Design and develop a cohesive jewellery collection 

• Refine technique and improve consistency 

• Work with traditional Venetian methods in a contemporary way 

• Techniques: millefiori, murrine, Zanfirico, silver leaf, avventurina 

• Create a personal collection of rings, earrings, and pendants

For booking & questions about workshop, please get in touch over email