The excitement I feel when seeing an object take shape from molten glass is just as intense now as it was the first time I experienced the art form of glassblowing about 12 years ago. I love the intensity of the fire, the rich history of the craft and the beauty found within its raw materials. I am incredibly fortunate to have found my passion and to have the opportunity to work with a medium I truly love.

   The monster series began as a therapeutic exercise to help me cope with a stressful pregnancy and a traumatic birth.  I decided to make my son’s room a soft monster theme, because though it was scary and intimidating, this journey was also cute and cuddly. The soft sculpture eventually turned into glass when I returned to the studio. I applied the same theme, and played with the idea that when you approach scary and intimidating with humour and love, perspective changes.

   With life and glass, I am driven by the idea that happiness can be chosen — that a sense of humour brings about a cheerful, lighthearted attitude and the people, environment and things we choose to surround ourselves with contribute to our well-being. I strive to produce art that is uplifting, visually pleasing and functionally beautiful. 

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