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Elizabeth creates her glass beads and jewelry in a small studio behind her home. Tucked in a valley of apple trees and snow-peaked mountains, she has an idyllic setting for lampworking. Join us for a tour of her studio.
The Workbench
This is where the magic happens. The torch is on the left-hand side of the first photo. She keeps several glass rods, mandrels & frit (crushed glass) close at hand.
The Glass
Each glass color comes in long, pencil-thin rods which she heats in the flame. She has an amazing color palette of transparent and opaque glass from several well known international glass companies. She is always on the lookout for new and exciting colors.
The Dragon
This dragon hangs behind her work bench. She found it during a trip to Bali, Indonesia, where she buys silver for her jewelry.
Elizabeth's friends laughingly call her the Dragon Lady because of her love for the mythical creatures. It's a fitting title for an artist who uses fire to create.
The Kiln
The kiln is crucial. She heat anneals the finished beads in it for several hours at 960 + degrees Fahrenheit. This insures strength and longevity.
The Tank
This is the oxygen tank she uses for her torch. Most lampworkers work with an oxygen/propane set up. Safety is important when using any kind of gases or open flame. Proper ventilation, safety glasses, leather apron, respirator and fire extinguisher are a part of her studio.
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The Workbench
The Glass
The Dragon
The Kiln
The Tank |
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