Premium Cane & Design — 3-Day Collaboration
Work alongside glassmaker Jonathan Rogers to design and realise a refined piece in glass, incorporating traditional cane techniques.
Overview
This immersive three-day course offers a unique designer–maker experience in glass. You’ll collaborate with Jonathan to develop your own concept, then see it brought to life using traditional hotshop techniques, including an introduction to cane pulling and incorporating cane into blown forms.
Day one focuses on foundational glassblowing skills — gathering, shaping, blocking, and assisted blowing — so you understand the material and process.
On days two and three, you’ll work alongside Jonathan to stretch cane, prepare colour, and take part in key making stages such as blocking, assisted blowing, and jacking necklines, all under very close supervision. Jonathan will handle the complex hotshop tasks while you remain fully involved in the creative direction and safe hands-on elements.
Your finished work will be annealed, coldworked as required, and ready for collection or shipment. This course is suitable for complete beginners but offers a rare chance to take part in a high-level making process.
What You’ll Do
- Begin with a hands-on introduction to core glassblowing skills
- Gather, block, and assist in blowing under close supervision
- Collaborate with Jonathan to develop your design concept
- Learn the process of pulling and preparing glass cane
- Assist with cane layout and incorporation into hot work
- Participate in shaping, blocking, and jacking your piece
- Oversee your piece through to completion
What’s Included
- Three days of one-to-one or small group tuition (max. 2 people)
- All materials, colour, and cane preparation
- Personal guidance from glassmaker Jonathan Rogers
- Your finished collaboratively made piece, annealed and coldworked
- Use of professional-grade tools and hotshop equipment
- Tea, coffee, and access to kitchenette facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any glassblowing experience?
No — this course is suitable for complete beginners. The first day is devoted to building your foundational skills before moving into more complex work.
Will I make my own piece?
Yes — the final work is a collaborative creation. Jonathan handles the advanced hotshop techniques while you remain involved in design and safe hands-on stages.
How many people will be on the course?
Maximum of two participants, ensuring an intensive and personal experience.
Can I keep the work I make?
Yes — your collaboratively made piece is yours to keep. It will be annealed, coldworked if needed, and ready to collect or ship after the course.
What should I wear?
Wear natural-fibre clothing, closed-toe shoes, and tie back long hair. Safety glasses and protective gear are provided.
Is this available as a one-to-one?
Yes — one-to-one bookings are available for an additional fee. Please contact us for details.
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"Totally amazing course. It was my first time glassblowing and I did the 3-day course. It's expensive, but when you see the kit Jonathan has, his fabulous studio, and the fact that it's virtually one-to-one tuition, it’s well worth it. Made some great things and learnt a lot. Strongly recommended."
- Chris N., Dec 2024 • Solo
- Duration: Three consecutive days, 10:00am – 4:00pm (including a short lunch break)
- Group Size: Maximum 2 participants for an intensive, personal experience
- Experience Level: Suitable for complete beginners or those with some glassblowing experience
- Age Limit: 18+ only
- Safety: Closed-toe shoes and natural-fibre clothing required. Long hair tied back. Safety glasses and PPE provided
- Collection/Postage: Finished work will be annealed and coldworked; collect in person or arrange postage (additional fee)
- Booking & Payment: Full payment required at booking
- Cancellations: Within 14 days we’ll try to reschedule; refunds are not available inside 14 days
- By booking, you agree to our full Terms & Conditions.