Patience meets passion
- Mare creates expressive and lively glass art
- She masters multiple glass working techniques
- Her work is inspired by her natural surroundings
Mare’s journey as a glass artist was inspired by Czech glass artist Pavel Hlava in 1971. She has studied in multiple specialised glass schools in different countries, working next to many prominent glass masters, and has even attended numerous international glass symposiums and exhibitions. During her career, she has invented her own unique and special techniques of fusing dry glass powder in sand and quartz moulds, that give her works exquisite forms. Most of her works are inspired by her surroundings, nature, and words and the pieces are filled with abstract flowing forms that certainly catch their viewers attention. Currently, she dedicates her time fully to personal projects, but sometimes finds the time to assists and teach other glass artists and designers in their work.
INTERVIEW
The beauty of this capricious material, but also the surprise moments that appear in the working process. Whilst working there is an opportunity to succeed, but also to learn through errors. By making mistakes there is a possibility to learn new techniques and know the materials better.
There are many things to highlight! Besides working with materials, I would highlight taking part in exhibitions and of course their opening events. During these moments I can share my personal work with a broader audience and receive feedback.
One that has a meaning to it. When creating something, there is always a purpose behind the piece in the first place, be it ethical, useful, practical, aesthetical, or just simply carrying a meaning, message or emotion.
Some techniques yes, but there are also cures for this. For instance, once we found out that glass engraving had lost its importance, we decided to start “gravure on tour” - offering several engraving courses in Europe. It was amazing to see how much popularity it gained.
