Hot glass for me is as exciting to watch as it is to work. The material
easily draws one in, just as a carnivorous plant can attract its victims.
My approach to working glass is more along sculptural lines than in creating the symmetry of the classical vessel, and my inspiration and fascination with nature and natural shapes brought me to this series of "pod" forms. My early works in this series were my own versions of carnivorous plants, but my forms have evolved to become more amorphous. I have, however, retained one detail: the way I contrast the bright, glassy colors on the interior surface against the dull, weather-beaten colors on the exterior surface. This effect tends to draw the viewer closer into the piece, as the sweet smell of the pitcher plant draws the insect into it. The surprise comes when the viewer realizes the "natural-looking" piece is actually made of glass.
My works in this series can range from a single piece telling a unique story, to a pair of pieces conversing, to a group interacting. My work is continually changing and with each new piece comes a new understanding and respect for the material.