Glass trees

Anselm Kiefer: “The Women of the Revolution (Die Frauen der Revolution)” (1992/2013), lead beds: dimensions variable https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anselm_Kiefer

It seems impossible to imagine anything more precious than crystal with gold trapped inside, to create a unique substance in which the transparency is highlighted from within, reflected by an infinite number of gold specks.

Glass Forest is inspired by the artist’s interest in the projection and transmission of light and pattern and the desire… Read More

Layered glass can really make design stand out. These sculptural works use layers of 2D images to create a 3D piece of material artistry. Designed and constructed by Turkish artist Ardan Özmenoglu, the works are great demonstrations of the potential of glass. The sculptures make clever use of high transparency material to allow maximum light […]

Waterfall, Nature, Photography Discussion - Upstate New York Outdoor Photography group discussion. All are welcome to join us. Share photos and information, maps and more.

Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka are perhaps best known for crafting a collection of glass flowers for Harvard. But together they made their mark fashioning thousands of marine invertebrate models.

My name is Simone Crestani and I'm a glass maker! I started blowing glass when I was 15 years old and I immediately became very fond of it. I can say that I have two big passions so far in my life - glass and nature. Therefore, in my works I try to combine both of them - I give my sculptures natural shapes.

With the festive season in full swing, our eyes turn to those designers, artists and institutions that are offering up alternatives to the usual tinsel strewn and over illuminated trees. This year, sculptures are getting reflective with glass trees and recycled lighting, while others are feeling playful with vibrant hued staircases and even a christmas tree turned on its head. We bring you this year’s best seasonal spectacles. Writers: Rosa Bertoli, Luke Halls, Pei-Ru Keh, Alexandra…

The Woods is a second collaboration between Norwegian design studios StokkeAustad and Andreas Engesvik and was inspired by the forests and northern lights.

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