Ten master artists turn up the heat in glassblowing sculpture challenges for the chance to win $60,000 in prizes and the title of champion.
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1. Star PowerTen glassblowers hit the hot shop to create pieces that show off their signature style. But when scale is a factor, will they rise to the occasion? |
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2. All Grown UpThe artists design sculptures that celebrate what they wanted to be when they were kids — with pieces inspired by botanists, stunt performers and more. |
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3. Nature CallsThe glassblowers take cues from natural wonders with vivid, gravity-defying installations while working in teams. |
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4. The Dark SideChanneling their dark side, the contestants bring to life mutant mushrooms, creepy krakens and evil eyeballs for this spooky challenge. |
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5. Sweet ToothLollipops, gummy bears and hard candies decorate the showroom as the artists make colorful, supersized confections for a tricky treat-based challenge. |
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6. The Kids Are AlrightInspired by kids' imaginative illustrations, the glassblowers prepare one-of-a-kind pieces including a top hat-wearing snake and a flame-throwing robot. |
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7. The Medium Is the MessagePassions flare as the judges task the five remaining contestants with creating pieces that pay tribute to causes they care deeply about. |
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8. Highs & LowsThe glassblowers put their presentation skills to the test by creating two pieces — one hanging and one sitting on a pedestal — that work cohesively. |
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9. Very VenetianThe heat is on for the semifinals as contestants craft a pair of Venetian glass pieces: a quick-blow goblet and a highly detailed vessel. |
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10. Final GalleryIn the fiery finale, the last two standing look to be the best in glass by designing an immersive installation. Will their pieces blow the judges away? |