Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover creative people, places and projects around the world. Whether or not you’re heading to Venice soon, you’ve surely heard ...

Some 27 of the world’s leading contemporary artists—including Ai Weiwei, Sarah Sze, Paul McCarthy, and Laure Prouvost—have been enlisted to collaborate with local Italian artisans to create new works ...

Murano, a cluster of islands in Venice, was the home of the world’s most celebrated glass makers for centuries. Initially learning glass making from Syria and other Middle Eastern artisans, Venetian ...

Murano has been Venice’s glorious glass-making island since the 13th century. Tolerating life in Venice means constantly navigating its delicate collection of islands, bridges, boats and canals.

Craftsmen pose by a kiln while blowing glass at the Nason and Moretti glass art products manufacturer on May 18, 2020 in Murano during the country's lockdown aimed at curbing the spread of the ...

Langham Hospitality Group officially breaks ground on The Langham, Venice, marking the regeneration of the historic former Casino Mocenigo building and Murano glass factory into the finest resort in ...