Mirenchu Beascoechea
Glass fuser
Palma, Mallorca, Spain
Fragments of Mallorca captured in glass
- Mirenchu produces decorative glass pieces, tableware and decorative elements for interiors
- The Consell Insular de Mallorca awarded her the title of master glass artisan
- She values the emotional connection between a piece and its owner
With glass, Mirenchu Beascoechea found a gentle environment through which she can develop her creativity at her own pace. Before pursuing her calling, she initially trained as a fashion desginer at the Istituo d'Abbigliamento Marangoni in Milan. Mirenchu took her first steps with glass under Edoardo Cellesino, then continued her own path with Murano and float glass, specialising in glass fusing and kiln thermoforming. "I am inspired by the acient glassmaking tradition of my native Mallorca. The island's light and the rhythm of its sea and landscapes influence my work," she explains. In 2001, Mirenchu opened her workshop to produce little fragments of nature, pieces that radiate beauty, calm, joy and harmony, and enrich everyday life. "It makes me very happy when someone tells me they can feel the sand, the sea or the sun in my pieces," she explains.
INTERVIEW
From my first moments in the glass workshop, cutting glass and creating compositions felt magical. I was captivated by the material's qualities: a 'cold' substance that becomes soft and malleable in the heat of fusion. It felt like a playful, solitary pursuit, dependent solely on materials, tools, ideas, my hands and a kiln.
My background in different fields allows me to approach the material without preconceived limits. I seek an original and singular expression in every piece. My curiousity, intuitivity and analytical spirit define my approach. I work on a piece until it speaks for itself.
Tradition is intrinsic to my practice: every step of the process is carried out by hand. My training in design and business helps enrich my work and bring a contemporary sensibility to it. I apply my personal vision and venture off the beaten track.
Proper training is a must, ideally within a craft workshop. Artists must discover what sets them apart: their genuine contribution to the world of craft, what they can offer and its market space. It is not an easy path, especially as it is tied to personal development and making original, innovative pieces. Glass is a fascinating craft: persevere, and take joy in the making.
