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Established over 30 years ago, Daedalian has grown from a small decorative glass business to a multi-discipline glass and design studio. Similarly, project sizes have expanded from modest local commissions to installations within national and international 5-star hotels, mansions and superyachts.

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I am a glass artist, living and working in Ayr, Scotland. I work in the traditional medium of stained glass and make lamps, mirrors, window panels and carry out repair work. Having recently been on two courses at Northlands Glass, I also now work with fused glass, painted glass and gravity drop vessels which I also transform into light shades. I also run classes in my workshop in Ayr for adults and children and have worked with local authorities on various project in glass and mosaic and run CPD sessions for teachers.

My final project was called ‘Catharsis’. I focused on the battling emotions many have had to cope with over lockdown. A Youngminds survey taken in summer 2020 recorded that 80% of respondents said the coronavirus pandemic made their mental health worse. I hope my work creates those negative emotions in a physical form to bring a cathartic feeling to the audience as they can relate my work to their own battle.
Catharsis- CGS Glass Sellers’ New Graduate glass prize winner 2021

My work is primarily designed to interact with natural light to bring patterns of colour to interiors. The versatility of glass types and techniques make it a fascinating medium to work with, and I have always loved how the shades of coloured glass change in different light. Most of my work is inspired by the nature I immerse myself within when working in my garden or visiting the countryside. I also take inspiration from the sea, and our relationship with it. I absolutely love the shades of blue glass that are available to work with, and use a lot of coastal imagery and themes in my work where I love the challenge of representing the myriad colours of water. Principles of balance and proportion are also important to me in the way I design and construct my pieces, which allows them to bring a harmonious feel to interiors.

Commissions for both stained glass window panels and smaller fused glass pieces are always welcome. I enjoy involving my clients in design processes of commissioned pieces to help them express their own creativity and bring their ideas to life.