Learn to Blow Glass

It's finally going to be possible to make your own glass at the Nourot Studio! We have partnered with Walnut Creek Civic Arts to offer a one day workshop.

August 6, 2011 from 9AM until 3PM at our studio here in Benicia, CA.

There are 5 slots left, so hit the link above and sign up. Brian Giambastiani and Nick Nourot will be helping us with the students.

In this class you will learn the basics of how to blow a piece hot glass from the hot molten stage to the finishing. Each student will gather, shape and blow their own creations. Nourot Studio will provide all tools, colored glass decorations, and safety equipment. All you need to do is bring your ideas and wear a long sleeve shirt and closed toe shoes.

Think of how proud you'll be to say "I can do that!"

Open Studios Weekend Starts

Arts Benicia, the local arts advocacy group and gallery at 917 Tyler Street in Benicia, is hosting a 70 artist Open Studios this weekend.
You can stop by the Nourot Gallery to get a map to all the artist's locations.
At Nourot Gallery You save 30% off all Nourot made pieces. There is a wealth of new jewelry in glass beads and in pearls and semi precious stone, too. Apprentice works are offered at greatly reduced prices.
Zweifel glass from Oregon is on special sale at 20% off their regular prices. Ornaments, footed vases, and other art glass by Zweifel is on the blog here so take a look. They will only be here through Sunday so stop by.
Go to YELP.com and enter "Nourot Glass Studio Benicia" to easily get a map on your phone or see www.benicianglass.com for information.
Glass making is continuous in the blow shop so you can see up close the 2,000 degree molten glass being formed into objects of beauty. Bring the family for a fun day along the waterfront in old Benicia. There are many waterfront parks and access trails for hanging by the bay. Ask us when you come.
See you at the Open Studios.

News Flash: KRON runs feature on Nourot Glass

"The coolest thing about Nourot Glass is it brings you back in time," says the TV host Chanel Marie.
Hey, fans, they came, they filmed; they broadcast. Tonight, Sunday April 19 KRON 4 ran a piece on us: the Nourot Glass Studio in Benicia. We caught it at 5:50PM while we were barbequeing some steaks. How cool is that?
It was just a quick flash about us and our process. And an ivitation to visit. So why don't you come by?
Our May Sale starts April 30th 4--6PM with a reception. The sale continues Friday Saturday and Sunday 10AM--5PM at 675 East H Street. Phone 707-745-1463.