Jonathan Ausseresse

Glass sculptor

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Best in glass

Jonathan was awarded best apprentice in France
His main inspiration is the material itself
His father had a stained-glass workshop

From very early on, Jonathan Ausseresse was introduced to glassmaking and firing techniques in his father’s glass workshop. To further his knowledge in design, architecture and decorative arts, he followed a BA in applied arts, before entering the French National Glass School where he obtained the title of best apprentice in France. A subsequent Diplôme des Métiers d’Art in glass and crystal art allowed him to work at large crystal manufacturers like Lalique alongside master Florian Rosier. Jonathan specialises in enamelling by dusting, a technique consisting in colouring cooked glass sheets by sprinkling them with enamel. Considered one of France’s rising glass designers, his signature feather-like glass sculptures invite contemplation and meditation.

Interview

©Frédéric Martin

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What are you most passionate about in what you do?: I want to bring emotions into the lives of people. The objects I make are soothing, make their owners happy and invite questions. Many of my clients are therapy practices and spas. Their feedback is important.
What is something unexpected about your work?: The aesthetic of my work does not exist much in the glass world and is hard to associate with a specific technique. I avoid talking about technique with the public because that somewhat shatters the myth behind the beauty of my pieces.
What is your definition of well made?: It means perfect, flawless, without any visible assembly marks. Something made according to the rules of art, planned from the start.
Could you recount a memorable moment in your professional life?: It was at the Maison & Objet trade show in March 2021, when my intentions to stop tailor-made work to focus on my own creations were first comforted. I met customers from all over the world who appreciated my work and placed orders.

Jonathan Ausseresse is an expert artisan he began his career in 2015