Marie-Pierre Bouaziz

L’Ame du Vitrail

Stained glass maker | Paris, France

A path shaped by light and colour

Marie-Pierre works with the traditional leaded stained glass technique
Her practice is sensitive to environmental concerns
She collaborates closely with other artists, architects and interior designers

Marie-Pierre Bouaziz's desire to work with stained glass is driven by her passion and need to create with her hands. She first discovered this craft during a stained glass workshop, then trained for 14 years with different master glassmakers. This professional reconversion, which Marie-Pierre considers a key moment in her life, led her to open her own workshop in Paris in 2016. Today, she works with the traditional leaded technique, draws her designs by hand and follows her instinct. "My style is pure and elegant. I am inspired by Art Deco, abstraction and contemporary forms, as I revisit the past with modern colours," she says. She designs her unique pieces in dialogue with the client as well as the architecture, interior decoration and light of the location. Conscious of environmental concerns and committed to the transmission of skills, Marie-Pierre collaborates with other artists and works on heritage restoration projects too.

Interview

©Raphael Metivet

What led you to stained glass making?: I first discovered this craft during a stained glass workshop I attended as a hobby, before changing careers. I trained in stained glass making for 14 years with different master glassmakers, and had a year of immersive experience in a workshop.
What marked a turning point in your career?: Opening my own workshop in March 2016 marked the culmination of my journey and affirmed my commitment to the craft.
Where do you find your creative influences?: My work is influenced by Art Deco, abstraction and contemporary forms. I draw inspiration from the past while using current colours, seeking a pure and elegant style in harmony with interior decoration.
How does your stained glass process unfold?: I draw my creations by hand and trust my instinct. Each project begins with a discussion with the architect or client. The design idea quickly unfolds, all while respecting the traditional leaded technique.

Marie-Pierre Bouaziz is a master artisan: she began her career in 2003 and she started teaching in 2016