#glass tree

This inspiring fused glass tree framed in recycled barn wood is formed using a process where artist Mary Tantillo layers fine glass powders to create the image.

This one of a kind panel is part of the Mary Tantillo’s Ripple and Ray Collection

Dimensions: 12.5” X 13”

Artist Statement about Ripple and Ray

I sat on the beach watching the sunrise one morning  wondering where does something end and where does it begin? I watched the sun peak over the horizon and the beautiful waves roll in and was immersed in space and time; feeling as much like the sun and like salt water in the ocean.  Am I at a beginning? Or and end? Or somewhere in between? The waves wash along the shore and go back out to sea. The sun raises higher in the sky fueling life.  Feeling limitless, I realize there is no beginning and no end, just ripples and rays.

About Mary’s Process

Each panel is composed of fused glass. Large sheets of glass are cut down to the sizes I wanted to portray.  I used primarily white, gray, and blue tone sheets of glass. I draw out what I want to see on the glass with a Sharpie. After that, I carefully layer fine glass powders by spooning them onto the panel to suit the design. I use a variety of objects to create texture and style such as paint brushes, wire, knives, rulers, and bits of wood.  I then place the panel in the special glass kiln and fire it to over 1425 degrees for about 12 hours. Once cooled, the panels are removed from the kiln, cleaned with water, and framed.