Amokura Glass
Amokura Glass
5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Come into Amokura Glass to see how glass objects are made or to try working with glass yourself. Watch our artists shape one of the most dynamic and fascinating materials on earth, molten glass. Watch as the glass moves and glows! Our artists will pinch pull and blow the glass into different forms to make one of a kind glass art. After watching how the glass is shaped, you can shop in the gallery to pick up your own unique piece of glass. Want to give it a go? We offer workshops every weekend in blown glass. Learn how to make your own glass paperweight, pumpkin or cup! Sign up online! Summer hours 9am- 5pm. Register for classes here: https://AmokuraGlass.as.me/
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Mike and Bev, Canada
Winnipeg, Canada2 contributions
Nov 2024 • Family
I had an amazing time with my daughter at Amokura Glass! We were able to make our glasses with as much "hands on" as was safe and practical. The staff leading the workshop were knowledgeable and kept the instructions simple and timely. I am not "artsy" at all but I was still able to make a pretty awesome piece! Definitely recommend Amokura for a fun experience.
Written 21 December 2024
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Rachochet
10 contributions
Jul 2020
We had an amazing time creating a paperweight! Loved making it and Heather, her assistant and Mother were awesome at explaining what to do at each step of the process. Made a special holiday even more special. Would love to go back and try another workshop!
Written 15 July 2020
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Just_J0an
Tacoma, WA64 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
Just watched a wine goblet being made & narrated by 2 women glass artists. What teamwork & timing. My teenager was even impressed...not an easy task. Experience is free, but wonderful glassworks are available for sale. Saw another customer come by about a custom-order as well.
Written 23 December 2018
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Stephan Neff
10 contributions
Dec 2018 • Solo
Amokura Glass is glass blowing studio directly opposite the Gondola in Rotorua. 2/3 of the available space is consumed by the live glass blowing atelier, the remainder is sales space that shows many of Heather Kremen's beautiful creations. The owner is a lovely young woman who makes you immediately feel comfortable. I have been there on a number of occasions and each time she was busy planning her products or indeed creating them there and then in front of my eyes. Heather is a great teacher and runs you through the steps necessary to create some crystals and turn them into glass creations that are stunning. Heather's work is clearly at the higher end of the glassblowing skill levels and anyone who loves glass will have a good day visiting Amokura Glass!
Written 11 December 2018
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Chris S
Apple Valley, MN64 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Stopped here to look for something locally made as a keepsake to remember our visit to NZ. The owner and her assistant were very welcoming and helpful.
Written 14 October 2024
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Trudi W
Auckland Central, New Zealand140 contributions
Jul 2019 • Solo
I just called in on the way past as it caught my eye - from the outside it looked like their might be an outdoor gallery too but there wasn’t - a shame as the work is so lovely! I made a purchase but wasn’t there for the demo. Well worth a stop off, or a walk across the road if you’re at Skyline or Rainbow Springs
Written 6 July 2019
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Lisa T
Swan Hill53 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Enjoyed watching Heather make a kiwi so much that I bought it & went back the following day to collect it once it had cooled down. Very interesting. Lovely products.
Written 5 May 2019
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Bob W
23 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
Heather was great about explaining what she was doing, why she was doing it and answering questions about the process.
Written 17 February 2019
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