artist – EuroCheapo's Budget Travel Blog https://www.eurocheapo.com/blog EuroCheapo editors take on the world of budget travel. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:54:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8.3 Venice tip: Free glass blowing demonstrations on Murano https://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/venice-tip-free-glass-blowing-demonstrations-on-murano.html https://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/venice-tip-free-glass-blowing-demonstrations-on-murano.html#comments Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:37:25 +0000 http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/?p=2586 In Venice, land of gondolas and Guggenheims (Peggy, that is), glass artisans have always thrived. In fact, the island directly north of the city center, Murano, is known as “Glass Island.” Since the 1200s, Venice’s major talents in the glass industry have set up shop here, first making one-of-a-kind pieces for royalty and today, offering » Read more

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]]> In Venice, land of gondolas and Guggenheims (Peggy, that is), glass artisans have always thrived. In fact, the island directly north of the city center, Murano, is known as “Glass Island.” Since the 1200s, Venice’s major talents in the glass industry have set up shop here, first making one-of-a-kind pieces for royalty and today, offering their services to the masses.

Glass pass

A trip to Murano is easy, but here’s a quick primer: First, we recommend wandering the streets of Venice proper. Get lost (it’s easy to do!) and browse the windows of the trendy glass shops. Chances are you’ll fall in love with a delicate lamp, or maybe a colorful ashtray, or just a pretty set of wine glasses.

Then, instead of paying retail, hop on a vaporetto and head to Murano. Take in a free glass blowing demonstration. If you’re not visiting one of the bigger factories, there’s no need to make an appointment. Simply stop in and start watching. Most artisans will let you walk right into their warehouses while they’re working. If you’re really lucky, you’ll meet and talk to one of the traditionally trained glass blowers or artists.

Next, ask for a sample (this really only applies to those smaller shops, not factories). Sometimes, they’ll hand you a remnant of colored glass free of charge. Most often, you can buy their unique glass art at a discounted cost.

Or, if you’ve got €5.50 (€3 reduced) to spare, take a tour of the Museo Vetrario (The Glass House). For information including restoration projects and opening and closing times, go here (click on the subheads on the left).

Fun fact: The most well known glass blowers in town are Pauly & C (Compagnia Veneto). Visit their web site (in Italian only) for information about the artists that work there.

Mura-no-no

Ok, so it’s true that people in glass houses (or factories) shouldn’t throw stones. But, just a quick and diplomatic tourist trap note: We’ve heard tales that the Vecchia Murano Glass Factory can be pricey once you’re through the front door. As usual, we suggest sticking with the Ma and Pop glass shops and those single artisan stores.

For more on visiting Murano, go here.

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]]> https://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/venice-tip-free-glass-blowing-demonstrations-on-murano.html/feed 11 11 2586 14 Paris: Catch Kasia Ozga Quickly! https://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/paris-catch-kasia-ozga-quickly.html https://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/paris-catch-kasia-ozga-quickly.html#comments Mon, 07 May 2007 13:44:51 +0000 http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/paris-catch-kasia-ozga-quickly.html Artists have always flocked to Paris for inspiration, and Polish-American sculptor Kasia Ozga is no exception. She’s been in Paris for the last year under the auspices of the prestigious Harriet Hale Woolley Grant, and this week the Foundation of the United States is hosting a free exhibit of her sculpture. Entitled “Body|Metaphor,” the exhibit » Read more

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]]> Artists have always flocked to Paris for inspiration, and Polish-American sculptor Kasia Ozga is no exception. She’s been in Paris for the last year under the auspices of the prestigious Harriet Hale Woolley Grant, and this week the Foundation of the United States is hosting a free exhibit of her sculpture. Entitled “Body|Metaphor,” the exhibit is open until Thursday, May 10, 2007 and is well worth a visit.

This exhibit represents an opportunity to peek into the capital’s thriving contemporary art scene. The sculptures and installations presented explore suspended movement, and interactions between the human body and its environment. Located at the Fondation des Etats-Unis at 15 Blvd. Jourdan in the 14th arrondissement (metro Porte d’Orléans on the line 4, or Cité Universitaire on RER B or the Tram line 3.) The exhibit is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, and is totally free.

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