A quick post here to let you all know that a former professor of mine; Koen Vanderstukken has just completed a book that he has been working on for the past 8 years and it looks incredible! I'll definitely be adding it to the Turnstyle Library. Koen has had a major influence on the Canadian glass scene in his short time here and his accreditations speak for themselves. I'm really looking forward to cracking into this. The gallery on the Indiegogo page is gorgeous and I think I'm in for a treat. Check down below to find out how you can donate towards the publishing and get yourself a copy!
Over the next few weeks I'll be sharing some older video content that I produced during my time at Harbourfront Centre's Glassblowing Studio. I feel blessed to have been able to spend those years surrounded by creative colleagues that eventually became close friends. I would highly suggest any creative professional consider applying for a residency down there as there is no place quite like it. The support that they showed (and continue to show) me has been vital in my creative career. I was sad to leave but honored to be asked to speak at their annual Viva Vocé event back in 2012. Click below to see the video! It's in two parts.
Have a great week!
-Clayton
Corning Museum Brings Kids Drawings to Life: I really love this idea. Get a bunch of kids together with a bunch of glass artists and make some magic. I hope I can do something similar with Turnstyle someday. The kids do the drawings and pass them off to the artists to bring them to life in three-dimensions in hot glass! 60-Year anniversary of Corning's "200-inch Disk" This is really crazy. Back in 1936, Corning created a 200-inch disk for a telescope. The largest at the time. I've seen the first; failed attempt in person at the Corning museum and it is a sight to behold. It's even more impressive when considering the work that went into it! Some quotes from...
Progress! My vision of the studio is coming together here with the TTC inspired paint job and my little buddy Akio helping me out. Got some nice stripe-painting tips from marthastewart.com. Don't hate! It worked! Looks super crisp. Also, if you need to paint up high, find yourself a shopping cart. The paint tray fits in the child seat like a glove!
Come back soon!
-Clayton
Still waiting. This was rough because I just wanted to get started and there was nothing to be done except clean the place like I has OCD. Definitely got that pube situation under control though so that's something.
Stay tuned!
-Clayton
