Make Your Very Own Souvenir At Soneva Art & Glass
Tuesday 9th of August 2022
The powdery white beaches of our isles are home to a plethora of unique experiences that makes our Maldives such a highly sought after destination. Apart from snorkeling among the fauna and flora of the coral reefs and cruising the seas for hopes of dolphins,there are many exclusive offerings that our shores can provide. One such rare opportunity lies in the eco-friendly resort of Soneva Fushi with their Art & Glass studio!
The Art & Glass Studio at Soneva is the first hot glass studio in the Maldives and takes the resort’s SLOW life concept to new heights by inventing magnificent pieces from otherwise disposed waste. At the Art & Glass studio, marvel at the refined pieces created by the team, whether it is glassware to the restaurants or decorative arts to feature in the villas. On top of this, the studio also provides guests with the once-in-a-lifetime exciting chance to make their own special souvenir of glass to take home and remember Maldives by.
Opt to interact with the team at the studio and take one of the three classes offered to master the arts of recycling glass.
Glass Blowing Class
Immerse in the art of glass blowing by working with our skilled experts to curate the most extraordinary pieces of art. The experienced staff at the studio will assist you in glass blowing and to create your very own collectible to take back home. The glass used in the class is all recycled from Soneva Fushi and close by resorts. If you want to take a glimpse into the artworks of our staff, feel free to ask for a personalized tour of the Soneva Art Gallery and Soneva Glass Boutique.
Paperweight Class
Practice the ancient arts of working with molten glass by taking part in this age-old tradition. Here lie the fundamentals of the glass making process and the handy members of the team is more than happy to guide you through the experience. Once you get the hang of the approach, mould your own artwork that really captures your experience at the island.
Sandcasting Class
This class is specially designed to try your hand at creating sandcast artworks. Discover the underlying principles behind mould-making and invent a piece of your own with the help of the team. Be innovative and paint with the most vibrant colours and add the most beautiful designs to decorate your masterpiece. Once you are done with your glass art project, the team will pour molten glass into your mould to seal your ingenious work and get it prepped to take home.
Many renowned artists have also contributed to the Soneva Art & Glass experience as past visiting guests. Few of the big names who shared their knowledge and experience in glassworks at the studio include Lino Tagliapietra, Bongchull Shin, Scott Chaseling. These artists are well-established faces in their respective industry.