The simple design, of an Avocet, is based on one of my photographs. The background is a special production streaky glass. Details are added by hand, using traditional stained-glass paint, this is then fired in my kiln and will not fade or flake. This large curve measures 23.5cm wide, 19cm high and 9cm deep.
A walk along the shingle beach on a blustery day. White horses dance as far as the eye can see. Waves crash to the shore, spraying water as they roll and fall. Hot chocolate beckons at a nearby café. This medium size curve measures 13cm wide, 15cm high and 5cm deep.
One of a series of four woodland landscapes, Summer. The tree canopy has thickened, creating a dappled shade to protect from the rays of the hot summer sun. In the distance vibrant poppies can be seen growing in recently disturbed soil. This medium size curve measures 14cm wide, 15cm high and 5cm deep.
One of a series of four woodland landscapes, Autumn. My favourite memories of autumn are riding our old chestnut mare through the woods. Her glossy rich red coat matching perfectly with the carpet of autumn leaves, littering the woodland floor. This medium size curve measures 14cm wide, 15cm high and 5cm deep.
One of a series of four woodland landscapes, Winter. At the end of a crisp winter’s day, the last leaves clinging on the trees. Dusk is approaches, Snow falls and the moon slowly rises, colour is lost as the day draws to a close. This medium size curve measures 14cm wide, 15cm high and 5cm deep.
One of a series of four woodland landscapes, Spring. Spring is in the air, vibrant new green leaves burst from buds on trees, punctuated by early pink blossom. A fresh carpet of new growth and spring flowers erupt from the woodland floor. This medium size curve measures 14cm wide, 15cm high and 5cm deep.
This piece is inspired by one of my photographs, taken at Temple Newsam Park, the bluebells in the woods were in full bloom. This curve is highly textured, creating a feeling of depth to the scene, the dappled sunlight, as well as the vibrant bluebells. This large curve measures 24cm wide, 21cm high and 10cm deep.
A more minimal and abstract approach to this piece. Using the natural edges of rolled glass, no two pieces are alike. The blend of transparent and opaque glasses give depth, frits are added for texture, creating a very tactile piece of glass. This medium size curve measures 14cm wide, 15cm high and 4.5cm deep.