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]]>Since 2004, visual artist Luke Jerram has been creating glass sculptures representing various viruses and bacteria as part of his ongoing Glass Microbiology project. Jerram’s works often correspond with current events, and so far, he has reproduced a number of viruses, including HIV, ZIKA, and most recently, COVID-19.
“Made to contemplate the global impact of each disease, the artworks are created as alternative representations of viruses to the artificially colored imagery received through the media,” Jerram shares on his website.
Jerram received significant recognition for his Glass Microbiology sculptures over the years. His works have not only proved to be a helpful tool for the scientific community but are also appreciated for their artistic value. Most of his creations are now in museums across the world or part of private art collections.
For those who cannot check out Jerram’s sculptures in person, here is more of them through the magic of Instagram.
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]]>Most of Milne’s sculptures feature one or two needles that look like they’re knitting loose woolen scarves. But these colorful weaved loops are not made from wool, they’re sculpted from delicate glass. The artist says her knitted work is actually a metaphor for social structure.
“Individual strands are weak and brittle on their own, but deceptively strong when bound together,” Milne said in a statement. “You can crack or break single threads without the whole structure falling apart. And even when the structure is broken, pieces remain bound together. The connections are what bring strength and integrity to the whole and what keep it intact.”
We can’t possibly imagine how much patience and dedication one needs to create such breathtaking sculptures using this fragile material. Milne is a pioneer in the field of knitted glass, and some would probably say a magician for creating these illusions.
Check out her artwork in the photos below.
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]]>Everything began when she threw a surprise party for complete strangers, which resulted in a huge success. First, she hid invitations in the woods and created artistic vessels for food and drinks. This experience was amazing, and she started to organize similar events more often.
My, what a year 2019 was… I don't think I have ever felt more passionate and engaged with my work, nor have I ever struggled with my health quite so much. This year I had two (and a half) surgeries, was hospitalized once for a week, had about 6 ER visits, and have spent an awful lot of time in bed recovering through it all. Honestly, I am deeply grateful to be alive, there were more than a couple of nights I thought I wouldn’t make it. This year I ALSO found more ways to engage with people, through magazines like @faeriemagazine @plants_are_magic @witchologymag and more! 
The generous support of my medical expenses has completely blown me away this year – I have no idea where I would be without all of you rooting for me. (And I am still getting support from @wildfoodlove and the bevy of generous artists who have collaborated to create a gorgeous calendar to help me raise funds.) It's pretty remarkable to think back over the complexities and details of this last year. I am hoping that 2020 brings me the health I need to get back into the woods I love so much and continue sharing wonder with all of you in some new and exciting ways! I have some big (and rather crazy) news to share soon, so stay posted! Just working out a few of the little details now Now, she has decided to share with us the pieces of her wonderful art online, and the plan for the future is to be able to give away her pieces. She is looking forward to being able to share her art with those who are in need of comfort.
Check out the amazing collection of artsy pieces created by Miss Wondersmith, and if you are interested in more, visit her Instagram or Patreon page!
Enjoy!
Thanks for following along and I will be sure to post some comparisons with every firing! 
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which have far more to do with the festivities of midwinter than you might think. 
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]]>One look at this series is enough to realize that Leib’s artwork is mostly inspired by nature. She is a passionate diver and wants to use glass to capture the beauty of the underwater world.
“The things I find beautiful have always been fractal in nature. I am intrigued by multitudes of tiny little parts- blades of grass all bending in the wind to the same rhythm. As you pan out you have waves of form. Zoom in and you see each individual blade of grass moving to the flow of the wind,” Leib’s personal. websites states.
Glass is not the only material Leib likes to work with, although it is her favorite. She used both glass and ceramic to create a series of artwork inspired by food and deserts. Needless to say that these pieces look equally stunning and mouth-watering.
Take a look at her glass art in the photos below.
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Ormsby has graduated from Elam School of Fine Arts in 2015 and currently works in a Glass Studio based in Auckland, New Zealand. Her fruit series, named aptly “Devon Made,” is said to explore the familiar ornament and reimagines it in a new form.
Through the process of glass casting techniques, the glass artist pays homage to the blown glass fruit makers and collectors from the 1960’s. The light playful approach to everyday fruit is contrasted with the heaviness of the crystal glass. A unique material that catches and reflects light.
In an interview with MOLD, Ormsby noted that fake fruit was “usually made from various materials [like] plastic, Lucite, glass or wood” and was typically “light, simplistic and exaggerated in form.” She sought to create a collection that stayed true to the traditional form of fake fruit, while also having the weight of crystal glass.
Explaining the process itself, she says she begins “by making a silicone mold of the original object, from which [she] can make wax replicas. The next step is to fettle (trim and clean) the wax, filling holes and removing any seams… Once that is done, [she] begins building a contour mold around the wax. This is made up of many layers of a plastic/silica mix built around the shape of the fruit.”
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]]>Or, at least, that’s what most talented artists will tell you. But, we all know that things aren’t as simple as that. If you’re not skilled or talented enough, you could have all the best materials in the world, and you still wouldn’t be able to create art that’s anywhere close to the quality of output that some artists can make.
That’s the harsh reality.
Take for example, how this Swiss artist can create things from destroying them.
Simon Berger is such a creative artist that when you give him a hammer and a chisel, he will whack away at the glass in all the right pieces, and the results will be stunning pieces of glass art that you never thought could be made without using special equipment.
These glass portraits are just so amazing to look at, and you can’t help but admire the quality of Simon’s work.
To see more of Simon Berger, as well as what he’s managed to create with a hammer and chisel, be sure to scroll down below. However, do NOT even think about attempting to do this at home — you’re more likely to break the glass into pieces than to create something artistic out of it.
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]]>According to Bowden, he collects and sells the “world’s best art glass marbles and pendants,” which are made by notable glass artist from all over the world including U.S., Europe, Japan, and Australia. He also loves to showcase them to other glass marbles and pendants enthusiasts on his Instagram profile.
Some of this unique glass pieces from Brian’s collection are simple and elegant, while others are highly elaborate with swirling colors. Check them out below.
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