Michaela Palacios

Lampworked glasswork

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As a glass artist on the Coromandel there is never a hunt for creative encouragement as beauty is everywhere. I specialise in Lampworking which is a form of glass blowing using a torch to melt glass rods.

The ocean, brimming with ever changing inspiration, is my main interest. The cultural influence of my Mexican heritage gives me a serious passion for colour. This year I am experimenting with incorporating beach sand into the jewellery I make which offers a unique, local artwork.

I am happy to create works of art for people. I also provide glass bead making classes that gives hands-on demonstrations. Classes are held in my glass studio in Kuaotunu which is a converted cargo container. I also grow flowers for a living which allows me the feeling of spontaneous creativity. Nature, like glass, is always changing.

		Converted cargo container studio in Kuaotunu
Lampworking glass	Workshop lampworking glass	Glass rods
Lampworked glass beads	Lampworked glass bead necklace	Lampworked glass beads
Lampworked glass beads in progress