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For twenty years, The Art of Fire has been used by glassblowing enthusiasts and teachers for a thorough and comphrehensible guide to glassblowing.
The Art of Fire is a hands-on guide to the fundamentals of glassblowing—written for absolute beginners but built to support instructors and students alike. Originally developed as a teaching manual, the book breaks down each essential skill, from gathering and marvering to using jacks and making second gathers, in clear, approachable steps. Whether you're stepping into the hot shop for the first time or leading a class through the basics, The Art of Fire offers practical techniques, foundational knowledge, and just enough philosophy to remind you why working with molten glass is as rewarding as it is challenging. It’s more than a textbook—it’s a tool for learning through doing.
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