HourGlassStudio's Profile

Bio

Glass.....in its molten state there is nothing so soothing and zenful to work with. I make wearable glass art using a torch, glass rods and steel mandrels. The glass is shaped using simple tools and gravity, I then decorate the glass with glass frit, fine silver, copper, cubic zirconias, and enamel....making endless possibilities for decoration.

I have a very eclectic style that ranges from "Fun & Whimsical" to "Edgy & Chaotic" to "Timeless & Elegant". I love the fact that my muse takes me on a fantastic journey that is constantly evolving.

I am very well known for my Lampworked hearts and leaves and truth be told they are the most fun to make.

I craft my art in my home studio which overlooks the beautiful countryside and a small manmade lake. I feel very blessed to be able to totally LOVE what I do !

I hope you love it too.

Laurie

* - P.S. - I should state that all my glass goes straight from torch to kiln and is annealed for strength and durability....however it is still glass and can break should it be dropped or something similar. Depending on the glass used you may see striations of color, bubbles and such. I find this adds alot of character to the glass therefore no two pieces will ever be the same. Basically each piece is "One Of A Kind".

Favorite Materials

Glass, Silver, Gemstones, Pearls, Crystals, Wire, Silk, Bali, Thai, brass, copper