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.
Jul 22, 2022 |
1. The Evolution Will Be TelevisedTen new glassblowers impress the judges — including the Season 1 champion — with pieces that tell the story of their evolution as artists. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
2. Bottoms UpEach artist designs a set of six glasses for a different beverage, including fancy flutes for Champagne and curvaceous chalices for Belgian ale. Cheers! |
Jul 22, 2022 |
3. 2022, The Year Of GlassTo celebrate the Year of Glass, the contestants create pieces inspired by groundbreaking glass inventions, from Galileo's telescope to smartphones. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
4. Seven Deadly SinsThe seven glassblowers take on the Seven Deadly Sins, yielding a menacingly lustful rose, a vibrant ode to gluttony and a piece that's green with envy. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
5. The Bigger The BetterGo big or go home! As their numbers dwindle, the artists turn tiny objects into supersized sculptures — including an olive, a thimble and a pushpin. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
6. Under The Big TopThe hot shop meets the big top in a circus-themed challenge filled with whimsical creatures, from a bearded dragon lady to a dapper walrus. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
7. Team Work Makes The Dream WorkThe glassblowers split up into pairs. One team collaborates on a troll-like "tree baby" while the other forges flames and fiery chile peppers. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
8. Out Of This WorldPlanets collide and aliens give birth as the artists conquer the final frontier: crafting dynamic sculptures that capture the majesty of outer space. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
9. Nothing To Fear But Fear ItselfIn an emotional challenge, the three remaining glassblowers create pieces that represent their greatest fears — and try out some risky techniques. |
Jul 22, 2022 |
10. FinaleIn an intense eight-hour challenge, the final two artists create two very different installations. Both wow the judges, but only one can be the winner. |