John Volpacchio

John Volpacchio Associate Professor of Art M.F.A. in Ceramics, University of Colorado B.F.A. In Ceramics Rhode Island School of Design jvolpacchio@salemstate.edu
	Trained as a Ceramicist, Professor Volpacchio is currently developing technical proficiency as a glassblowing artist. He has taken glassblowing courses at Haystack School of Crafts, Penland School of Crafts, Corning Museum of Glass, and Massachusetts College of Art. He teaches the following courses: Form & Design, Sculpture Mixed Media, Sculpture, Ceramics Handbuilding, Ceramics Wheelthrowing, Glassblowing I, Glassblowing II, Crafts, Glass Sculpture, and Stained Glass.
	John Volpacchio Hand Blown Glass
John Volpacchio has been mastering the caft of making Venetian goblets for the past seven years. In doing so, he has traveled to study in Venice, Italy, and Corning, NY. Volpacchio has had the honored pleasure of learning the techniques and artistry of goblet making from such maestros as Elio Quarisa and Lino Tagliapietra. Volpacchio's goblets incorporate historical influences with a fusion of modern design. Volpacchio states, "The challenges inherent in the successful execution of a finely crafted and well designed goblet are infinite. When the specific elements all come together, it is one of the most rewarding experiences for a glassblower." John is currently the Coodinator of Student Art & Design Exhibitions at the Enterprise Center.