JamFactory — Attraction in Adelaide

A few weeks back, I came in for the Glassblowing Experience taught by Bart. From the moment I arrived, I was literally “blown away” (pun intended), by the degree of knowledge and passion from Bart - he was truly an incredible teacher and made every aspect of the experience a joy to take part in. You start by learning about the equipment and then how the glass reacts to heat. All I can say is, have some idea before you go in there of what you want to make. Start with something simpler like a paperweight so you can understand how the glass can be shaped etc. I can’t wait to get back into the hot shop and give it another crack. Thank you Bart and team at Jam Factory for making this such a...

Up until I needed to attend here I legitimately thought this place made jam. Quite an interesting place. They blow glass sculptures and have a gallery selling the pieces. Althoe don't expect to pick up a bargain here as the prices are astronomical. And I mean astronomical. Don't expect anything bigger than your palm for anything less than 2-3000. And that's not to mention you can buy a piece and trip over the stairs just outside the door and drop and smash your newly purchased glass product. As I did see some broken glass outside the front door from something from with in the gallery. Bad luck whom bought it. Located in easily excess able Venue in Adelaide CBD. No...

An excellent experience to see such beautiful glass, and pottery. I'm impressed that the South Australian Premier, Don Dunstan had the foresight to put money into the arts in the 1970/80s. This has given young artists the opportunity to learn and develop their skills. I have several beautiful pieces of pottery from the Jam Factory. I like that they have kept the name, Jam Factory because they started in the old Jam Factory at St Peter's where jam was once made. When they moved to the city sight they keep the name Jam Factory. I think it's an awesome,...