Creativity has long been a passion of mine and has always featured large in my life in one form or another. Working with glass seems to have really stood the test of time though, as we have now been in cahoots together for 17+ years!

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I originally learned 'leaded' panel work and copper foil techniques (or 'Tiffany' style work) and thoroughly enjoyed creating using these methods. Within a year or two I became aware of kiln formed glass, bought a small kiln, and started experimenting. I taught myself the basics (mainly by trial and error: there were little online resources back then) and there’s a lot to be said for learning from your mistakes (plus I’m a very hands on person who learns best that way!)

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I'm lucky enough to have grown up in the beautiful county of Dorset and after a short stint away (to attend university, fly the family nest etc), I moved back to the darkest depths to raise my own family in this fabulous place. I love being able to use my surroundings as inspiration in my work: the flora & fauna, rolling countryside, ancient hillforts, and of course the seashore.

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All of the work is handmade by me in my studio, and I now focus on kiln formed glass work. I buy large sheets of glass from well-known UK glass suppliers from which to cut out my designs. These rough little glassy fellows are then heated and manipulated in the kiln until the layers of glass melt together to form my creation!

I’m more than happy to discuss specific requirements and am happy to take on commissions.

I hope you like my work...
                                 Maree x