I am fascinated with glass as a material and the fusing and kiln-forming processes in particular. My glasswork reflects a love for the medium, an emphasis on fine craftsmanship, and an ongoing endeavor to expand my working processes - both artistically and technically.

My work typically features design elements of a flowing nature created by melting glass through a wire mesh suspended in the kiln. After cooling, portions of the resulting pool of glass are selected, cut, and smoothed to become the focal points of the creation. Additional glass strips are added to the composition as the piece is assembled. Multiple firings in the kiln (generally five or more of approximately 24 hours each) are utilized to fuse, polish, and shape the final work.

The completed pieces contrast simplicity with complexity, rhythmic linear patterns with organic flowing elements. Secondary patterns are often created by utilizing the transparent and opaque qualities of the glass. What can appear at a first glance to be predictable and straightforward contains elements that I hope surprise and intrigue, inviting and rewarding more thoughtful inspection

 

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