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Artist's Statement |
Glass; a medium of endless possibilities. With the ability to take on many
forms, Glass offers a distinct character whether in its cold, warm, or hot
state.
Working with glass keeps me
challenged. I am constantly learning the unique properties and
abilities of glass. A quality glass craftsman must have expertise
in compatibility, gravity, temperature control, as well as color
placement and reaction. These skills are necessary to the integrity
of the piece.
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Whether I am creating a custom
stained glass piece for a clients home, or manipulating glass in the
heat of a 1700 degree kiln, I am at home in the studio. My designs
are inspired by the shapes and textures of nature, the lines of
architecture, the depth of the human form. Working layer by layer,
I feel these forms connect flawlessly with glass.
Since the beginning of time, art
has spanned cultures, giving us perspective to life, and an
expression of our human identity. Technology has propelled us into
a new environment. For artists, we have found new materials, new
techniques to allow us to push the limits on design and fabrication
on artistic mediums that are centuries old, such as glass.
Continuing on to the future, I hope our future generations embrace
art to carry on the tradition of reminding us of the richness of our
world.
I hope you enjoy my work.
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