Q: What is a technique you use to create more organic pieces?
MACNEIL: FRITTED GLASS for Kiln Casting
I use this method of kiln casting to create more organic, 3-dimensional forms. By filling the negative space in a plaster mold with chips, flakes or chunks of glass ranging in size, this technique allows me to control the number of the trapped air bubbles and scale of the bubbles I want to achieve through texture within my design.
I really enjoy working with the organic jewels resulting from this process. Although the end results are guided by my choices, no two are the same and each jewel is absolutely unique.
A video of this process is in the works and is planned for later in the year. Notification of its availability will be in my newsletter.