The Italian artist will be in residence as part of the Glass Artist Pavilion Project (GAPP), which encourages resident artists to utilize or respond to the TMA collection and to promote greater dialogue within both the contemporary glass and contemporary art communities. He originally was to have worked in the Hot Shop during an exhibition of his work last year, but illness delayed the trip.

Tagliapietra has developed a distinctive style that explores and expands on the intricate tradition of Venetian glassblowing techniques. Jutta-Annette Page, the Museum’s curator of glass and decorative arts, said that filigree glass has remained the most complex Italian decorating technique since the early 16^th century. “Maestro Tagliapietra applies it at the same high level of skill as his Renaissance ancestors. In my view, he is the greatest living master of Venetian glass technology,” she said.

Ticketed, public demonstrations will take place May 2-3 and May 8-10, with morning and afternoon sessions each day. Sessions taking place May 5-6 are free and open to the public.
For those who cannot visit the Museum, Tagliapietra’s entire residency, including the Hot Shop Live Show!, will broadcast live online at museumofglass.org/glassmaking/live-from-the-hot-shop.

Admission for the ticketed, public demonstrations is $25 for students and $30 for general admission per session. Seating for both ticketed and free sessions is first come, first served.

Tickets are available online starting April 1. Visit toledomuseum.org for more information.

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