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The latest techniques, tips & news in glass casting
Featured in the press: La Revue de la Céramique et du Verre
La Revue de la Céramique et du Verre recently published an article about my work and solo exhibition at Galerie Artes in Pont-Sainte-Marie. The piece explores my journey from journalism to glass casting and how light, transparency, and optical illusions define my...
Featured in the press: Games of transparency, exhibition at Galerie Artes
An article in the newspaper L’Est Éclair explores my glass work and solo exhibition at Galerie Artes (Pont-Sainte-Marie). It traces the path that led me from scientific journalism to glass casting, and how transparency, light, and optical illusions have become the...
Kiln casting molds: Materials, advantages & what to choose
Kiln casting molds are essential in glass art: they hold the glass while it melts, let it flow into form, and withstand annealing without damaging the piece. When working with kiln casting, the choice of mold material makes all the difference. The mold doesn’t just...
Top tips for glass polishing
Polishing is one of the most overlooked yet crucial parts of working with glass. Whether it’s a delicate sculpture or a functional panel, how you finish the surface can dramatically elevate the final result. In this post, I’m sharing my top tips for glass...
Choosing the right glass casting mold material
When people see one of my sculptures, they often ask about the polishing or the light effects, but rarely about the glass casting mold material. Yet it's one of the most essential parts of the process. A glass mold isn’t just a technical necessity. It has to withstand...
How to cast glass at home: A beginner’s guide
Learning how to cast glass at home is an accessible art form that allows you to create unique glass pieces. With the right techniques, equipment, and training you can learn to melt and mold glass effectively. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the glass...
Interview with Anna Alsina (Nuvol.com)
“Patience is the mother of science, but also of art” Through her sculptures made of optical glass, Anna Alsina Bardagí explores light and gravity. Read the original interview on Nuvol.com Anna Alsina Bardagí delves into the interplay of light and gravity...
Glass polishing: 8 essential tips
Achieving a flawless finish on optical glass sculptures requires patience, precision, and the right techniques. Polishing is a crucial step in bringing out the true beauty of the material—its clarity, refraction, and ability to capture light. Whether you are a...
Solo exhibition: Museum of Contemporary Glass Art
I really enjoyed meeting everyone at the opening of my solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Glass Art (MAVA) in Madrid. ‘Constellation, Universes of Optical Glass’ ran from February 7 until July 31, 2024, offering an immersive journey through space and light....