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BLOWN ART GLASS / MICHELLE KAPTUR

ARTISTIC INFLUENCES

Deserts, mountains, water, wildlife, prehistoric art, color and organic forms are what come to mind first when I think about where to look for inspiration for my art glass.

The glass itself has a big influence on me. It is always whispering something. New ideas generally come when I hear what the glass is saying.

I go to nature for color inspiration and guidance. I look in the garden or along a creek for ideas about form. I am generally more interested in organic form then in symmetry. But then I am astounded by the symmetry that is created in nature by organic forms.

I love to travel. Looking thru the camera lens and composing in a two dimensional format gives me a fresh perspective in the glass studio.

Prehistoric art makes me slow down and wonder. Wonder is so childlike and refreshing. When I wonder I don’t know all the answers and it is like throwing the doors open and letting the wind blow through.

I do my best problem solving and creative preparing when I’m asleep. Sleeping outside is the best place to let new energy flow thru me. I usually have no idea what I am going to make in a day till I get up and stand in front of my colors with a cup of coffee.

I am very blessed to have this beneficial relationship with glass and thank everyone who has or will support me in this endeavor. I am very thankful for my assistant Mark Gordon who helps in all ways.

Michelle Kaptur