Embryo | Glass sculpture

Embryo was created using glass casting and cold-working techniques. The internal forms and copper carbonate inclusion were thoughtfully planned before firing the piece in the kiln.

The creation of Embryo involved a series of intricate steps. First, I began by designing the concept, followed by precision waterjet cutting to shape specific internal forms within the sculpture. Additionally, the careful arrangement of glass sections and surface treatment before melting allowed the waves to appear as if they were gently cascading over one another.

One unique aspect of this piece was the incorporation of copper carbonate, which was placed between two layers of glass. As the kiln reached high temperatures, this powder-based material transformed into a three-dimensional inclusion.

Once the firing was complete, the final stage of the process began. I spent several weeks grinding and polishing the glass sculpture until it reached optical transparency.

Embryo was crafted using Ohara’s eco-optical glass S-BSL7, a lead- and arsenic-free glass known for its purity. Its transparency enhances the fine details and optical effects.

Bringing Embryo to life took several weeks, with the process spanning up to around three months. The kiln casting itself took about two weeks. However, the most time-consuming stage was the polishing process, which lasted several weeks to achieve the sculpture’s final optical clarity.