Most people are mesmerized whenever they watch a glassblower at work. This straightforward guide from the Makers and Artisans series (8 titles) offers a brief history of glassmaking and reviews the skills, materials, and tools necessary for blowing, shaping, and manipulating molten
glass. Full-color photos of male and female artisans help demonstrate glassblowing processes, and readers are warned about the delicacy and precision required to create successful results. Readers also learn that it’s so difficult to even try glassblowing, they’ll need expert guidance at
first; then they’ll need an apprenticeship; and then need to keep practicing and improving their skills, should they choose glassblowing as a career. Photos of glass artwork, profiles of famous glass artists, activities, and recommended resources round out this specialized offering.