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Glass: Julia Mills: Artist Statement |
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From her Gallery and Studio in the historic Cornish Fishing village of
Porthleven, Julia Mills has gained a reputation as one of the leading
contemporary glass artists in the UK.
Using the very highest quality glass sourced from around the world,
Julia takes inspiration from her local environment and the unique
light that is renowned for bathing the cornish coastline. Extra detail
and interest is achieved by acid etching and sand blasting, both
techniques absorb and reflect natural light, keeping the work bright
and colourful.
The beautiful beachhut-style building is south-facing and allows light
to flood in all day - perfect for seeing the amazing colourful shadows
reflecting around the gallery from the glass panels.
The building is divided in two - one half is a gallery where I sell my
own as well as others work. We have a gorgeous selection of jewellery,
ceramics, textiles, paintings, prints and cards by Cornish as well as
national artists and makers.
The other side of the space is a workshop where I produce free-hanging
glass pieces as well as commissioned work.
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