Workshops
We make you the artist
At r.a.g.e, we believe everyone has the capacity to be creative. So often we hear people say they don’t have a creative bone in their body, or that they’re “bad at art”. We couldn't disagree more with this incentive. Hot glass is, and should be, for everyone – no matter your skill level.
Whether you're a total beginner, or an artist with an established practice looking to explore a new medium, we've got you. Our expert teacher Nick Doran Adams, who has over 10 years teaching experience from beginner to advanced techniques, will guide you through your introduction to the ancient medium which is hot glass.
There's a reason our workshop classes have over 500 five star reviews. Book a class today, and find out for yourself – you might just have a flame ignited within you!
Is your team in need of energising? Look no further than glassblowing for your end of year party, or all-year-round team building experiences. As a team sport by nature, you’ll help eachother create your pieces, and in the process gain an intimate hands-on understanding of the nuances of working with hot glass. Make your very own drinking glass in our beginner intensive for teams up to six, or enjoy a taster workshop for larger groups – each making a bird or paperweight. Are you a local Merri-bek business? Enjoy 10% off team bookings as friends of r.a.g.e. Get in touch to organise your next group session today.
Tumbler demonstration, courtesy the ABC
Workshop Voucher
Spoil someone special (or yourself) with the unique experience of glassblowing! Simply select the type of class, and we’ll email you an eVoucher with a unique discount code. From there, select your own date and time of the class from our schedule.
We regularly offer:
Taster Glassblowing — $145
Introductory Glassblowing — $385
Intermediate Glassblowing — $660
We also offer the following classes, get in touch to enquire:
Glass Gaffer — $990
Glassblowing for Teams — from $1,155 (3 people)
NDIS Taster Glassblowing — $180
Read more about our available workshops here.
Get in contact to organise a custom value voucher if required.
Vouchers are valid for 3 years from purchase, and are non-refundable.
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FAQs
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No experience, no worries! Our classes are designed to be a fun and welcoming environment for beginners.
The only class that requires prior knowledge is our Intermediate Glassblowing workshop. For this one, the Introductory Workshop must be completed beforehand.
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Yes! Even our very beginner courses allow you to create your own glass memento.
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Our workshops are designed to make YOU the artist.
Upon arrival at the Ruth Allen studio, you'll be introduced to our friendly teachers and fellow participants. The class begins with a mandatory safety induction and an introduction to the tools.
Our teachers will then outline the workshop plan, detailing what you'll create. Colour swatches are available to help you choose your colours, and our shelves are brimming with glass art to inspire you.
During the workshop, you'll either be working directly with the tools or guiding our artists (in the Gaffer workshop) to bring your creation to life.
By the end of the workshop, you'll have placed at least one item in the kiln to cool overnight.
Within approximately 24-48 hours, we'll notify you that your glass art is ready for collection!
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Each glass item requires an overnight cool in our kiln. In most cases, your item will be available for collection within a short 24-48 hours.
You can pick up your piece in person from the Ruth Allen studio or have it shipped via Australia Post (estimated cost: $20).
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For safety reasons, all participants in the hot shop are required to wear:
closed-toe shoes
A loose, cotton top
Long pants made from natural fibres such as denim
Safety glasses are provided.
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All our workshops take place at the sunlight Ruth Allen studio.
On-street parking is available, and the nearest train station (Batman) is a 10 minute walk away.
You'll know you've arrived when you see the green gate, number 10, and a welcoming "workshop" sign.
Address: 10 Hossack Ave, Coburg North, 3058.
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15-minutes late, no play.
All workshops begin with a safety induction. If you miss this induction, you will be unable to participate. For this reason, we strongly encourage all participants to arrive early to avoid disappointment.
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A 24-hour notice is required for cancellations.
