Sandra Cornes – Glass by Sands
Sandra lives in Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria and started working with glass in 2016. “I’ve always loved glass, the way it sparkles, the multiple colours that change with the light. There’s something mesmerising about the way colours change in the heat. How easy it is to manipulate at 1000°C then, just as quickly goes hard at 600°C when you must reheat it or get quicker with your designs!”
“I regularly get to spend days at E&M Glass Studio in Sarn, experimenting with colours and learning new techniques. I know where any slight imperfections are in each piece, but this is what makes them unique. For example; chill marks from the metal tools we use can add an interesting twist, turning an ordinary vase into a prism of light effects.”
“The finishing aspects of sandblasting, grinding & polishing results in a stunning piece of art. For me, perfection is the imperfection!”