unexpected opportunities!

Yes, I have not been blogging as I go through the roller coaster emotions in Lybster UK. My Appologies.

I was fortunate enough to squeeze into a class here at Northlands Glass by Saman Kalantari. Our work is the same yet so different, weird I know. I was amongst the most amazing women in this class, accomplished and confident, it was delightful and I hope I can build on the friendships that have been seeded.

A visit to the Byre courtesy of Bullseye Glass

I was then fortunate enough to be invited to a self directed residency at Northlands… I had one week to think, and 2 days after the class to prepare ….. I took advantage of what I don’t have in my work and what I normally don’t do. I chose to work with 2 amazing glass blowers Dan Mirer and Eric Dalberg. I was very hesitant to be in the hot shop. The language and process seem so foreign even though the material is the same.

These guys were generous and kind. I tried to keep in mind the differences between blown and cast and use them to my advantage. I forgot the cold working …Uggggghhhh it took a week to finish these..not all were successful. An opportunity for more learning. ( I seem to be presented with those opportunities frequently!

So grateful to all the people who were part of this opportunity. And I can’t forget the amazing Karlyn Sutherland for knowing exactly what I needed by offering me the time at Northlands. When I started in the class and the residency I was resentful of glass, this was not what I had planned for my Chalmers Fellowshipbut I needed to remind myself that I had hoped for an opportunity to grow during this time. I think the universe and Karlyn , Saman, Eric, Dan and all the others I met have provided just that opportunity. Glad others know what I need😁

a WEE BIT ABSeNT…