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The colours, textures and variations in the glass come to life in a completely different way once illuminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEverything you see here is handmade by me, so no two pieces will ever be exactly the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI’m also happy to create made-to-order pieces and take commissions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"myrtle-handmade-art-deco-mosaic-votive","title":"Myrtle – Handmade Art Deco Mosaic Votive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyrtle\u003c\/strong\u003e is an original handmade mosaic votive from my \u003cem\u003eWomen of Gatsby\u003c\/em\u003e series, inspired by Art Deco design, strong silhouettes and the glamour of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe has been designed and created completely by hand by me in my Victorian studio. Each piece of glass is individually cut and placed, combining different colours, textures and finishes to build the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMyrtle is designed to be enjoyed both lit and unlit, but she really comes to life with light behind her. The glass changes beautifully as it catches the light, bringing out details and colours that aren’t always visible during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach of my mosaics takes many hours to create and is completely unique. 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Each piece is individually designed and made using hand-cut glass, with colour, texture and light forming an important part of the finished artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs in this listing show examples of my previous work and are intended to give you an idea of my style and the possibilities available. Your commissioned piece will be individually designed rather than an exact reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy work is influenced by Art Deco design, strong graphic forms, elegant silhouettes and the beautiful transformation of glass when illuminated from behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe handmade process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach commission begins with a conversation about your ideas, preferred colours, size and overall style. I then develop the design, select the glass and materials, hand-cut and individually place each piece before grouting and finishing the artwork. 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