what collage is best for glassblowing? blowing glass, pipe making, pipe blowing?
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Q: WHat college is the best and most beneficial for glass blowing. i want to make glass pipes and glass art, but i dont know which college to go to for it. There are so many to choose from but i dont know which is best. i want at least a bachelors degree in glass.

A: here is a list:
http://grad-schools.usnews.rankingsandre views.com/best-graduate-schools/top-fine -arts-schools/glass

make also sure you go to Pilchuck for some classes.

The making of functional glass pipes is, however, definitely not a priority in an art program. Unless you manage to come up with a bit more innovative concept. Art is a bit more than the vague wish to go through life stoned.

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glass blowers, are glass pipes difficult to blow compared to other glass art? is blowing glass hard?
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Glass pipes are flameworking. They are made with an oxy-propane torch that costs about $300 with tanks and regulators adding about that much more. The glass is borosilicate meaning it is like Pyrex and stands the shock of heat with low expansion. Making them is easier than most other glass...

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