• Luna and Luca continue the tradition of Murano glassmaking in Venice
• The duo combines their complementary skills in beadmaking and lampworking
• They use traditional tools and vintage glass to make beads, jewellery and sculptures

United in life and artistic practice, Luna Darin and Luca Marcolongo honour the ancient art of Murano glassmaking through their studio Alchimia Vitrum. The name, which means the alchemy of glass, echoes the transformation of molten glass into luminous creations in their hands. Luna follows this through the historic Venetian tradition of bead making, recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, while Luca pursues lampworking techniques. Together they create beads, jewellery and small decorative objects that combine tradition with contemporary design. Luna is a member of the Venetian Committee for the Safeguarding of the Art of Glass Beads, which regularly organises exhibitions, jewellery shows and events connected to Venice Glass Week to promote and preserve this unique heritage.