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If you are wondering where the word "tazza" came
from, it is an Italian word that refers to a shallow
bowl form. The tazza is the most challenging form a
glassblower can make. It was made only to appeal to the
eye and not for any realistic function. Both the tazza's
elegance and mastery have been a focal point for my
appreciation of both skill and form.



Tazza Glass is the artwork of Mike Grau. I was born
and raised in North Royalton, Ohio (outside of
Cleveland). I've been blowing glass since 1998. I went
to Bowling Green State University, where I stumbled
upon, and became addicted to glassblowing while
fulfilling requirements for another degree. Graduating
in 1999, I quickly acquired a couple of glassblowing
jobs in Toledo. It wasn't long after that when I took
the gamble and started my own studio. On August 28th of
2002, I was making my first pieces at Tazza Glass in
rural Medina, OH.
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Mike at work |
the TAZZA studio |
furnace worshiper |
About Tazza Glass – Hand Blown
Glass Apples, Pumpkins, Glass Art Ornaments and more!
Welcome to Tazza Glass, we are your
number one source for custom hand blown glass in the United
States. We say this because of our experience,
craftsmanship, knowledge and service. We have over 13 years
of experience in hand blown glass and stained glass art. We
specialize in a variety of pieces including hand blown glass
apples, glass art ornaments, glass pumpkin gifts and much
more. Browse through our site for our current hand blown
glass pieces for sale. If you find a piece that you like,
you can order it directly through our secure online store
and have it shipped directly to your doorstep.
Not many people thing of hand blown
glass when they are looking for a unique gift or a
decoration for their home or office. Hand blown glass
apples, pumpkins and glass art ornaments make the perfect
addition to any home and are gifts that will last a lifetime
if cared for properly. In addition to the hand blown pieces
mentioned, we specialize in glass paperweights, fine art
glass pieces, tempered glass pieces, art glass marbles and
more!
Thank you for stopping by and checking
out our website. If you can’t find what you are looking for,
give us a call and there’s a good chance we can custom make
your piece. You can reach us by phone at 330-723-8821
(Nov-Jan) or 440-570-7172 (Feb-Oct). You can also reach
Tazza Glass by email at
graumike@hotmail.com
for answers to your questions. In the meantime, continue
browsing around our website for more of our glass art!
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