Fascinated by the idea of weaving glass, William Zweifel set out to learn how to create an authentic weave with the material. Relying on help from a weaver friend, the largely self-taught artist spent five years experimenting before he achieved the results he was looking for.
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Equanimity, 2011 Niche Award Winner
The glass ‘fabric’ in each of Zweifel’s sculptures take up to 20 firings to complete – his Wisconsin studio was home to a mountain of broken glass while he perfected the process.
Strain
“We are who we are as a result of the interweaving of many life experiences. The influences of outside pressures and our core beliefs determine our character. How much we allow these pressures to influence us will determine whether we will be in turmoil or at peace.” William Zweifel
William Zweifel at work
To read about his process, including how he makes the ‘fabric’ drape, jump to the Information tab on his website and click on the “At Work” option.
Amazing work – bravo.
ANCESTORS! It is seeing work such as this, that keeps me going, and makes me thankful for fine craft and yourself!
Your work is beautiful… just beautiful!
Those are some incredible pieces. I’m sure I would have been in turmoil in the midst of all the broken glass while working toward the final product.