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“Molten glass is the medium I choose to work with because it is very responsive. Every movement at every second affects the glass. The glass blowing process is like dancing because I am constantly moving and responding to my partner, the glass." Dottie graduated from Illinois State University in 2002 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Art with an emphasis on glass and photography. She studied under Jack Wax, who taught her glass casting, hot and cold blow molds, and vessel blowing. Title: Ocean Spray Series Fluted Glass Bowl Handmade in the USA Artisan-crafted hand-blown glass bowls Sizes:A. Small Fluted Edge  6" Wide:...

Michelle Pressler has loved faceted stones from childhood. She's inspired by modern and classical design, as well as nature. Her jewelry incorporates silk cord, sterling silver, 14k gold-filled, semi-precious stones, and gold-filled chain and links. Due to the nature of the hand-cut stones, no two pieces of jewelry are identical.To Michelle, less is more means that only a few key elements are needed to accentuate and compliment each other, resulting in a design that is simple, yet sophisticated. Title: Amethyst and Ruby Earrings 2846 Handmade in the USA Artisan-Crafted Handmade Jewelry Available metals:A. Sterling silverB. 14 karat gold fill Materials: Silk...

Business partners since1996, Stephen and Danielle work together combining their ideas and techniques. The results are exquisite works of art including functional lamps, pendant lighting, and vases. The inspiration for their work comes from both primitive and contemporary cultures. Elements in their glass often resemble natural objects like bones, wood, leaves, and vines. Each Stata series piece starts with a rich opaque color, over which a design resembling that of marble or rock strata is inlaid. It is finished with a bright gold accent on the lip. Each Opal series piece begins with either a white or black base and...

Sondra’s aluminum sculptures, wall art, and clocks have an intimate interaction between shape, shadow, reflection, and movement. The use of positive and negative shapes within the intricate cut of her designs cast alluring shadows that interact with the piece itself. Carefully planned out patterns and textures are ground into the surface to reflect light, creating the appearance of movement. Title: Tree of Life in the Day Time Wall Art Sculpture Description: Textures, cut-outs, and colors create depth and shadows between the layers of aluminum. Handmade in the USA Materials: Hand brushed and hand-painted aluminum, Fused glass sun Colors: Reds, blues, golds,...

Danny Polk finds glass captivating for its' fluid beauty. Much of his love and passion for glass grow from the processes involved in its' making. The inexplicable relationship between him and his medium is a constant source of inspiration for him. Rainbow Paperweight or Ring Holders Handmade in the USA Artisan-crafted hand-blown glass Colors:RubyOrangeYellowGreenTealBluePurple Size: 2" x 2.5" x 6" Price: $46.00 Shop now Acorn Sculpture 7 Handmade in the USA Artisan-crafted hand-blown glass Colors: Glossy mottled blue surface, crowned with a multi-colored stem. Size: 4' x 3.5" Made to order Shipping: Approximately two weeks Price: $54.00 Shop now XL...