What’s one of the greatest lessons you’ve learnt in starting your business?
One of the greatest business lessons I have learnt is trusting my own aesthetic and remaining confident in a male dominated industry. I’ve also learnt to keep my production runs small so that I can enjoy the process of creating each piece. It also allows me time to experiment, learn new techniques and play with colour.
Like any business, there are ebbs and flows of good days to bad, how do you find motivation during those times to continue pushing your craft?
Ah yes, I have had my fair share in both good and bad days! In my hours of despair, I find motivation knowing that I’m in a lucky position where I have a job that enables me to learn, create, and challenge myself whilst having fun. Glass blowing is an ancient, highly skilled craft and I felt privileged to be a part of a wider guild of craftsman.
What’s one of your proudest business moments to date?
My proudest moment was the process of creating and selling my first piece at Masterworks Gallery. I created a cast pink Bra, which taught me a lot about the limitations and process of glass casting. It was a proud moment to have this piece acknowledged and sold by one of New Zealand’s leading contemporary art galleries.