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FracTur(ed) wins LIT Awards
I am so honored and thrilled to share that 3 illuminated glassworks from my studio were awarded 3 distinctions in the prestigious Light in Theory (LIT) Design Awards, 2018. The winners, announced March 7, 2019, include designers and manufacturers from around the world...
Feeling Fragile?
When we think about the material of glass we often think of something fragile... but think of the its strengths(!) We build our skyscrapers with it; it is the barrier between us hurtling through space in our moving car, and it can even stop bullets! Glass also...
Morocco
MOROCCO was more than I could have imagined! Inspiration of texture, design, pattern, light & craft... I mean INSPIRATION off the chain! The food, the people, the traditions, the ancient Berber craft mixed with modern design, spices, fabrics, and perforated...
Ciao Venezia!
Buongiorno! Spring in Seattle is full on with flowers blooming and rainbows arcing in the sky. I must tear myself away from this glorious spring to head out for a global adventure. Si e vero! It is true! I am returning to Venice, Italy for our Glass Art Society...
Peace in 2018
Forming molten sand with breath will bring opportunity, discovery and a career full of unknowns and mystery! The past year allowed me to challenge myself and to push my creativity into new projects beyond my expectations. I cannot wait to see what 2018 has in store!!...
Hello Fans & Friends of Illuminata!
It has been a year to remember – whoa! There have been many global challenges for all humanity this year, but also such opportunity for growth and sharing. There is hope and LIGHT! Perhaps we are trying to absorb & process the real human experiences of life,...