Butterfield presents February featured artist Tess Bloom “Works in Glass”

Tess Bloom’s artwork combines precise planning with the surprise results made possible by letting the materials guide the way. The glass is often cut into very defined shapes, but sometimes it is the “found” piece that guides the art to completion. The play of reflection vs. dullness and texture vs. sheen in each piece of glass helps to create the perfect medium for exploring the natural beauty of her surroundings in Florida.

She has forged a unique path with her mosaics, using iridized glass and small mirror fragments to capture and reflect light. Florida landscapes, waterways, flora, and fauna are illuminated and brought into the light in these intricate pieces.

Tess Blum has been creating art in one form or another her entire life. After successful careers in both textile design and art education, Tess is focusing primarily on glass arts, including stained glass, mosaics, and reverse-painted glass.

In addition, Tess will be conducting a “Cutting glass for mosaics and stained glass” demo at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 17th at Butterfield Garage Gallery. Come learn how she manages to create her intricate works of art out of glass shards.

For additional classes in mosaics, stained glass, and various painting methods, contact Tess by email at tessmarieblum@gmail.com