David - Magical Metal Man

David Redmond has worked with us for about 5 years creating our designs in metal.  David worked in art metals in high school where he was friends with our oldest daughter. He then got his welding certificate at Butte college and we were anxious to have him help take our glass to a new level. David's work allows the glass to combine with metal in a sculptural presentation. It also allows us to take on larger installations and lighting. He forms the metal to conform to each glass piece individually. The metal is then powder coated for a more permanent patina. Currently David also teaches helicopter flying so we only see him a couple of times a week. He has settled into a wonderful life with his partner, Diana, close by. We hope he is around forever because he is a delight to work with and can do anything in metal with an attention to fine detail. Thank you for being on our team David!

Recent Projects

Rick Nicholson

Mango Series, Arizona 2013

Twig Chandelier, front entry, Oregon 2013

Two recent projects are installed! We are working on a sconce and chandelier, a sink, and a wall grouping for a corporate lobby. Also preparing for local Spring art tours. I love that everyday is different!

A BIG one!

Just finished a BIG one from our Pacheco Pass Series headed for a lobby in Maryland soon!

Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen class

We just returned from a most amazing experience! A workshop with Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen and Jasen Johnsen. They are our mentors and inspiration for the Shorebirds and have really helped push us into a new world. It was held at Public Glass in San Francisco and Chris was the honored assistant. Here are a few of my favorite images from their demos. Check out her website. You won't believe what she can sculpt in glass. She has an acute understanding of the natural world that I can only hope to aquire. It is the attention to detail that she accomplishes that makes me want to slow down and observe more around me. My photography definitely helps me to slow down and observe but I will make more time for that process in my life so I can continue to grow creatively. Thank you Karen and Jasen for your inspiration.

Fireplace installation

We loved working with the angle of this fireplace. A bit of a climb up the ladder! The glass is a "Celebration" of color. Coral, gold topaz, amethyst and aqua. It reminds me of Carnival in Columbia where our youngest daughter is back packing with friends and cousin Nora is teaching school. It seems far away, but their photos are so colorful that I wish I could be there with my camera.

Point Reyes

This has been a big week for installations. A Point Reyes Trio has been installed in a beautiful home on a ridge overlooking the foothills. A wonderful location! Our glass compliments paintings by Lee Ann Brooks in both the home and office.

Pendant Chandelier in Colorado

A warm, inviting pendant chandelier has just been installed in a Colorado home. We hope the Stone family will enjoy it for many years to come!

Recent Installation

Another project completed! DLA Piper Law firm in downtown Sacramento placed Wheat Fields in their elevator lobby.

New Wall Installations

Three new wall installations are ready to go! I am anxious to see them installed. I love the earth tones and enjoyed trying a neutral grey. Three more in the works...plus a little time for birds! Join us on Saturdays for demonstrations at the studio beginning January 26 from 10 to 4.

Watchable Wildlife

Three of our Shorebirds are visiting the Arts Building in Auburn for the Watchable Wildlife Exhibit. Join us for the reception February 7 from 5 to 7 if you can!

Happy NewYear!

Have a joyful 2013 with friends and family! We hope that peaceful days for all of the world are ahead. We spent midnight New Years Eve on Waikiki Beach. Home tomorrow.....

Watching the huge waves at Pipeline was a highlight for us. 15' to 20' with many washed out so they could not be surfed.

Hawaii

It has been wonderful so far. Very special family togetherness! The girls go home tomorrow. We move toward the New Year!

Mele Kalikimaka

Christmas in Hawaii with Tutu has become a reality!

Happy Holidays!

We hope that you enjoy a peaceful holiday season with your friends and family. Thank you to all who supported us in 2012. One more weekend holiday open studio and the new year will be here before we know it! The toys for Stand up Placer families have been delivered and the CERF raffle has raised $350. Drawing will be this Sunday. Let 2013 be full of love and joy!

Thank you

"Your work has always spoken to me as one-of-a-kind pieces that are meant to be treasured for their beauty and elegance." Monica.  Thank you for your thoughtful words!