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The latest techniques, tips & news in glass casting
How to overcome surface tension during optical glass polishing
When polishing glass with an automatic grinder, one of the most challenging aspects is overcoming surface tension: that moment when the slurry mix and the water on the metal disc become literally “glued” to the glass sculpture and refuse to detach from each other. It...
Glass biennale in Troyes, France
First contemporary glass art biennale in France Participating in the first Glass Biennale in Troyes, France, was an inspiring experience. This inaugural event, themed "The Presence of Glass in Contemporary Art," ran from November 24 to December 17, 2023. The...
How to remove scratches from an optical glass sculpture
Removing scratches from an optical glass sculpture can be a delicate process. Depending on the depth of the scratch, you may need to start the full grinding and polishing process again. Here are a few steps you can try to remove scratches from optical glass: ...
Glass casting: materials and equipment
What are the basic materials and equipment needed for glass casting? Depending on the size of your studio, your glass projects, or your techniques, you’ll need a variety of different tools and machines. Here’s the list of basic materials and equipment I use to create...
Catching the light exhibition
Exploring Catalan glass art at the Maricel Museum From November 12, 2022, to May 14, 2023, the Maricel Museum in Sitges, Barcelona, hosted the exhibition "Catching the Light: Looking at Contemporary Catalan Glass." As one of the featured artists, I had the...
May the glass be with you
I was invited to participate in May the glass be with you, a digital initiative linked to the 2022 International Year of Glass. The project is a tribute to artists, institutions, companies, museums, producers, and filmmakers contributing to the world of glass. From...
Glass casting: 7 steps to create a glass sculpture
Understanding the glass casting process: A step-by-step guide Glass casting is the process of melting glass into a mold where it solidifies to create a sculpture. In fact, this ancient technique dates back to the Egyptian period and remains a cornerstone of...
Cosmic collision lights up the darkness
Transforming clear optical glass into a cosmic collision with light projections People often ask why I don’t use colored glass in my sculptures. Honestly, I’ve always been drawn to the purity of clear optical glass. There’s something almost magical about how it...
The ‘mierda!’ moment
A few months ago, back when social contact was still part of our daily lives before the Covid-19 crisis, I had a memorable studio visit in Barcelona. Fredrik Haren, someone who dedicates his time to exploring creativity around the world, stopped by to learn more about...