Kathleen Buckley has been working freehand glass since 1999, in the tradition of glassblowing known as lampworking or flameworking, exclusively using borosilicate or 'hard' glass. Lampworking borosilicate glass involves using a torch flame fueled by
an oxygen/propane gas mix to heat the glass freehand to the melting
point, where it can be shaped, designed, and blown in a wide variety
of specific techniques. Once completed, glass pieces are annealed in a
kiln. At the molten level, glass is flexible like taffy, and the
colour palette allows for some wonderful hues and striations of
shade. Borosilicate glass (hard glass; the same type of glass as used
in Pyrex cookware) is especially good to work with as its increased
hardness makes it highly resistant to breakage. It has also holds a
very refined clarity.
The momentum involved in the process is exciting and
challenging, while the classic beauty of glass is enchanting. Even
after ten years, the allure constantly pulls me to the studio.
Whether I'm making small drops or large custom sculptural work, the
passion is there. They are each made individually, and consistent lines and series have subtle differences which highlight the singularity of time and focused artisanal attention to make each piece.
My work is available at several stores...if there are none available in your area, please feel free to contact me personally via email concerning sales and custom orders.
My work is available at several stores...if there are none available in your area, please feel free to contact me personally via email concerning sales and custom orders.
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