Marta Ģibiete comes from a family where creative handmade work is a tradition. Her grandmother taught her to respect this work, to do it with passion, and to enjoy the satisfaction of finishing something; her mother taught her not to be afraid to think outside of the box; while her father showed her how to think constructively. Marta studied glassmaking at the Art Academy of Latvia, and later improved her skills by meeting experienced glass artists abroad. She loves glass because of its colours, the play of light and shadow, and its challenging, difficult character. She enjoys experimenting with various possibilities and techniques, and often works with other glass artists who have different styles and skills.
Marta Ģibiete