Welcome to my Studio
Lampwork
Torching Area
It took several months to get it all set up after we moved, including laying new tile, removing a closet, and covering over a doorway, but it was so worth it. It has evolved a bit over the years (and gotten more cluttered!)
up close
Glass Table
Here is my torching work table. This is where the glass stuff happens. I work on a Minor Bench Burner (torch) that is mounted to my table.
ventilation
Fan
I updated my vent system from just an overhead hood (see my old studio) to include a system I learned about from Andrea Guarino. I have a fan installed on the outside, with a flex tube connected to the overhead fan. I get twice the ventilation and lots of light!
fuel system
Propane Tank
The Nortel Minor is a duel fuel torch: propane and oxygen. My propane tank sits outside of my studio in a ventilated deck box to protect it from the weather. My hoses run through the wall and attach with a quick switch connector to my fuel regulator. I disconnect this when I am finished torching.
Fuel System
Oxygen Concentrator
For oxygen, I use an EX-15 oxygen concentrator. This is much safer ( and cheaper!) than using tanked oxygen.
to the left of the torching table
Kilns and Glass Storage
To the left of my glass work table (this works well since I am left-handed!), sits a storage rack with 2 Chilipepper kilns, glass storage in PVC fence rails and pipes, and other supplies.
More glass!
Frit Storage
Frit is crushed glass that is used to decorate the beads. I have an Elfa drawer stack to the right of my glass table where I keep (most) of my frit.
business
Gallery & Office
Here is where I display my finished beads and jewelry for sale, as well as work on the business aspects of my job. Since this picture was taken I have added a new jewelry bench and table for my rolling mill and for enameling, and moved my photography station to another room.
Metalsmithing
Jewelry Bench
Here is where I make the jewelry, silver core the charm beads, and work on cloisonne, champleve, and other enameling.
