World Master Balloon Champions 2010

The Balloon Art Studio team attended an International Balloon Art Convention in Italy from 19th-22nd February to teach their balloon and business skills to the 400+ delegates from around the globe. Not only did they teach at the convention but also took part in the infamous World Balloon Master Balloon Champion competition which is one of the most esteemed and demanding competition within the balloon industry.

This year the competition carried a circus theme and was split into two categories. First category was the 'Large Balloon Sculpture' which seen 5 international competitors taking part. The next competition was the 'World Master Balloon Championship' which had 9 competitors taking part, again from all over the globe.

The Ring of Fire
The Balloon Art Studio team along with fellow competitors had only 24 hours to complete their design. First the team created the aluminium framework which was then covered in over 10,000 balloons before treating each balloon to preserve the hi-gloss finish. The finished piece measured 6 meters tall by 5 meters in length and was named 'The Ring of Fire'.

At the final gala evening the Balloon Art Studio were awarded a trophy and the title of 'World Master Balloon Champions 2010'. We were delighted with our finished piece and even more so when we were announced as the winner - this is a prestigious award within our industry and one we are proud to have won" said Jodie Norris partner of Balloon Art Studio.

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