Susie Harper Designs

Life as an artist has brought me the pleasure of working in many different mediums, which seems to have prepared me for the art of glass beadmaking,  also known as "lampworking". In 2001, I came across a woman making a glass bead. I was captivated and immediately hooked. Since I had most of the tools because of my jewelry business, I dove in, knowing that practice is everything and mistakes can be a blessing.

Working in molten glass has created  an opportunity for limitless artistic expression, especially when I least expect it. With the use of certain tools and executing the basics of design, color, texture and Magic, the possibilities are endless. I love that glass can be clear, crisp and frivolous or deep, rich and earthy. It reminds me of the Ocean, which has been a huge influence in my life. I marvel that I can go into my workshop, Bless my torch and go to play, never quite knowing where the torch will lead me. I get to experience a freedom of expression and the excitement that molten glass delivers. Or... it can land in my lap. Ahhh yes, Respect.

Susie Harper

Harper Designs