Held October 14, 2010 through October 16, 2010, the University of
Louisville department of English is proud to present the 2010 Watson
Conference. The 2010 Watson Conference Reception will be held at the Glassworks Factory in beautiful downtown Louisville.
In addition to dining, drinks and a jazz band, conference participants
will have an opportunity to explore Glassworks' various galleries and
gift shop. The Glassworks Gallery & Vonfire Gallery offer an
extensive selection of pieces to please any art enthusiast. Collectible
works by national and international artitists will be available for
purusal and purchase. The reception will also include glassblowing
demonstrations at the Glassworks Hot Glass Studio. The process begins
with a roaring 2200 F degree furnace containing molten glass. The hot,
honey-like glass is gathered and shaped by artisans, who utilize age
old tools and techniques along with modern technology to transform the
hot glass into a variety of works of art.
For additional information regarding the 2010 Watson Conference, please visit the Watson Conference website.
Directions to Glassworks and more information regarding the Reception are available at the Watson Reception website.