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Time frames the story within this hourglass, inviting the viewer to reflect on the delicate balance water holds in sustaining life and shaping nature.   The preciousness of all life depends on water, in our cells, across the earth, nourishing both plants and animals. Without it, our planet becomes inhospitable. Yet, when water arrives too forcefully, as in a storm, it can cause enormous damage. In some sense, water is both the softest, most life-giving substance... Read More

A traditional paperweight, often admired for its intricate craftsmanship, typically features lampworked glass flowers encased in a smooth, clear dome. These delicate creations preserve the charm of old-world artistry, allowing viewers to appreciate the meticulous detail in every petal and vine. The paperweight’s untouched, glassy exterior serves as a simple frame for the beauty within, offering a timeless elegance that collectors and art lovers have cherished for centuries. Its classic form has long been a... Read More

This article gives insight into my process and the tradition of making that I aim to evolve with new and exciting works. Bouquets in Glass

“Eve”  is an 8.5″ tall sculpture with an exterior form resembling a woman’s dress or gown. The exterior bodice of the glass dress has small polished, scallop like cuts at the scoop line and also around the waist, punctuating the gown. Inside the bodice, two open pods release their seeds back to earth, toward the bottom flowers, as if to connect seed to plant. I’m imagining the process by which a plant spreads throughout a... Read More