The Glass Roots Series was inspired by my everyday surroundings and my travel experiences in both Europe and the U.S. Many of the images are scenes that I see through my studio window or while walking in the woods behind my house. The many layers found in these pieces are made up of sheet glass, liquid and powdered enamels, mica powder and bits of colored glass called frit, which are cut, stacked, painted then fired (or fused) in a large kiln to 1500 F, often two or three times each. Glass is a natural material, both complex and versatile, requiring intense heat and gentle handling. Like in nature, the color and "mood" of the glass will change depending on the ambient light.
Fused Glass Sgrafitto Drawing
Landscape Tryptich
12" x 36"
Landscape Tryptich
12" x 36"
18" x 32" Fused Glass Panel "Waiting for Spring" |
Multiple hand cut and enameled layers of glass kiln fired glass. Panel is suitable for accent lighting, back-splash, interior window or summer fire screen. Sold with your choice of custom soapstone base or brushed nickle finish metal wall stand-offs.
Photo Fused Frit Painting "Gird Lot Birch Stand" |
Multiple layers of frit (crushed glass) and hand cut and enameled glass combined with an original sepia toned photo layer, create depth in this fused architectural panel. May be hung on a wall, in a window or displayed on iron stand. Sold with your choice of iron stand or brushed nickle finish metal wall stand-offs.
Fused Glass Panel "Icelandic Poppies" 18" x 18" |
Multi-layered, hand enameled fused glass panel. May be hung on a wall, in a window or displayed on an iron stand. Sold with your choice of iron stand or brushed nickle finish metal wall stand-offs.
Fossil Vitra Wall Panel
"Queen Anne's Lace" 11" x 22" |