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Glass
Glass is a magical material. It comes in a wealth of rich colours, can be cut with precision, and blends together in intense heat into a new form of even greater strength and light refracting properties.
Incorporating both contemporary glass fusing and forming methods and traditional stained glass techniques, I aim to bring out the intrinsic beauty of glass in each piece, however simple or complex the design.
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Medieval Collection
The medieval period was a time of great invention and creativity in stained glass, evident in the beautiful stained glass windows in local churches from where I draw much of my inspiration. I combine both the traditional leaded and 19th century Tiffany glass methods as well as traditional glass painting to get the most from this enduring art form.
Minchinhampton Common panel
Silhouette Collection
Silhouettes are painted using traditional glass paints and fired in the kiln for permanence.
Silhouette frames comprise two pieces of glass as a foreground and background. The frames are approximately 10 cm square. I also make silhouettes as hanging designs and magnets.
British Flowers Collection
These miniature paintings of British flowers stand out so beautifully on a glass background. Choose from self-standing, candle holders, small dishes and small hanging diamonds.
Woodland Collection
These woodland scenes are inspired by the beautiful National Trust woodlands surrounding Minchinhampton Common as well as the Ashridge Estate in Hertfordshire where I lived for many years. The single images are approximately 25cm x 20cm, mounted on wooden boards painted white.
Cherish Collection
Made with love for you to give with love.
You're a star / You are loved - copper ornament
Copper inclusions provide the rich red colour and delicate sheen captured inside these little keepsakes.
You're a star / You are loved - Indented ornament
The heart and star shapes in these little hanging ornaments are delicately coloured and indented to stand out. Star and heart shaped wire hangers complete the design.
Celtic heart suncatcher
The refracting and reflecting properties of glass make it perfect for transforming sunlight and makes this filigree Celtic heart design ever-changing.
Artists Collection
Inspired by great artists and great works of art. If you have a particular favourite, why not commission me to make it for you?
Dishes
Dishes are formed by 'slumping' an already-fused piece into a concave mould or over a convex form. This is a second kiln process which takes the glass up to a temperature which allows it to gently drop under its own weight but not become liquid.
Creating an added dimension to the glass gives it a sculptural property, allowing it to reflect light in different ways, creating a beautiful centrepiece or simply a place to put your keys.
Three into Seven
Three pieces of glass cut and fused to create seven colours.
Confetti and Streamers
So-called because of the type of glass used to ornament these dainty dishes. Confetti and streamers come in a variety of colours and shapes and can be made to order.
Broken and mended
Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, Broken and Mended is a way of embracing flaws and imperfections and building something stronger, more stimulating and engaging. Like a fissure in the ground or a deep scar, the break becomes a new feature in itself.
Flags
I find the Union Flag, or Union Jack, an inspirational design to reproduce and modify. Here are some results of my tinkering.
Union Jack coaster set
Three separate coasters representing the flags of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, which combine to form the Union Jack.
Coasters
Glass is a perfect medium for coasters as it's spill-proof, heat-proof and easy to clean. A glass coaster is also a perfect medium for some decorative design...
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