Exploration, experimentation, transformation ... these have been themes of my life, both as a scientist and an artist. Working in glass puts it all together for me. Color, form and shape from architecture, the natural world, and textiles inspire my work in glass.

After a career as a health researcher, and a lifetime as a craftsperson in several media, I was introduced to kilnformed glass in 2006. I was hooked! I now have 3 kilns, a sandblaster and too many cold-working tools to list.

I explore a variety of techniques, push them in different directions, and finally watch the almost magical transformation in the kiln. Each piece of art teaches me more about the infinite possibilities of working in glass, starting with the optical effects of changing colors and going through the myriad of different techniques.

The element of surprise each time the kiln is opened keeps me fascinated. I especially enjoy creating works where one can look into the interior of the glass, seeing the patterns from within, contrasting the translucency and opacity of glass.

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