Shakspeare Glass

Will Shakspeare, Glassmaker
Hot glass is a dynamic material, in which I have been absorbed for twenty years. I design and make all my own glass, and enjoy the individuality of each piece. There is a continual process of improvement in both making and designing, although these aspects can be isolated from each other. I find the process inseparable, intuitive and automatic. Over the years I continue to find new aspects and avenues to explore.

Now I know in the great big scheme of things that a bit of glass is not going to change the world or win you the Nobel Peace Prize, but you know it isn't so bad if you are making things that people buy because they want to and enjoy. In fact in my lighter moments I think that it could almost be something to be proud of.

And although the arty bit obviously underpins all my work and I suppose that beneath this hoary old exterior there must be a few sensitive sinews, it does boil down to a simple - do you like it or love it? Hopefully you do and no matter what artistic claptrap I come out with, you will make up your own mind. Well, hopefully.