I love nature and especially sea life. I study pictures and watch lots of nature shows and visit the Zoo and Aquarium to get ideas. Some time ideas seam to just come out of the blue. One idea always leads to others. I love it!
Ron Murphy
Random Facts About You?Born and raised in the Rockies of Colorado
Self taught glass artist working with glass for more than 40 years.
Inspired to do Sea life sculptures (the truth is that they sell)
I am teaching my sons to be part of the Family business (and enjoying the grand kids)
What got you started crafting?
I saw a glassblower in Seattle Washington when I was 11 years old and I started doing glass then. I haven't quit since then.
What is your source of inspiration?
I love nature and especially sea life. I study pictures and watch lots of nature shows and visit the Zoo and Aquarium to get ideas. Some time ideas seam to just come out of the blue. One idea always leads to others. I love it!
What have you made recently?
I just recently made a sculpture that is a vase with sea turtles and sea weed in the lower part and with a Manta Ray stopper at the top. I will be posted on my web site soon.
Where do you sell your crafts presently?
I sell my art through Galleries and Gift shops in the US and other countries.
Why are handmade crafts important to you?
Its called hand blown in our world. However most is not blown just sculptured.
Find Me
Location1909 Timberline Ln. Ft. Collins, Colorado
Email Address
Ron Murphy
Personal Website
http://www.glassnfire.com
@glassnfire
http://www.facebook.com/people/Glassnfire-GlassnFire/100001874109226
