The "Spiritvision" Series
The Spiritvision Series of wall plaques was created from inspiration received from two phenomenal artists. Kathleen Sheard creates realistic wildlife portraits using fused glass powders and frits, and the pastel pen and ink work of the late Susan Seddon Boulet.
The central image of the Spiritvison Series is a female spirit surrounded and enveloped by an aura of colors. The visions that are depicted in the aura develop after the first firing of the base colors. These images are revealed in the glass in much the same way that images are revealed in the clouds in the sky. I particularly like the idea that each Spirit has a unique vision; a vision that has been created by the glass and like all visions, they are gestural rather than realistic.
The use of primarily transparent glass powders allows for a water color type of background wash. Many layers of colors are used and mixed to create a complex color pallet. Additionally, a blend of vitreous paint is applied by pen and brush to create areas of detail.
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Shhh! Listen |
Lady Liberty |
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What color is a whisper? |
The world changes with closed eyes. |
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You caught my eye. |
Layer upon layer. |
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Forest Dreamer |
The Guardians |
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Sunset and Storm Clouds |
Through Morning Mist |
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Glancing At A Memory |
Silent Wonder |
