In 2007 I took a fused glass class. This is a process where sheet glass is cut into
shapes and fused together by melting them in a kiln. The fused glass is usually then
draped over a mold and returned to the kiln to be slumped into the shape of the mold
(i.e., bowls, plates, or vases).
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In 2009 I took my first class in Lampwork Glass. This is a method of putting colored
glass rods into the flame of a torch and melting them color-over-color to create
designs. Usually the glass is put on a steel rod and shaped into beads using gravity
and tools. While the glass is hot it is put into a digitally controlled kiln to cool. This is
called annealing, which adds strength and durability to the bead. I taught beginner
Lampworkering at Third Degree Glass Factory in St Louis.
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In 2014 I retired from my career as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to move to
Marblehead when my husband inherited East Harbor Fruit Farm. My glass studio
was located on the farm. I've been mostly shaping the melted glass into figures
for Fairy Gardens since moving.
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In 2021 The Arts Garage opened to area artists and I’m now working alongside the
many artists here.