Artist Statement

As a mixed media artist, I work with wood, metal, and glass, with a primary focus on kiln-formed glass. My process typically begins with sheet glass as a canvas. From there, I layer additional elements—sheet glass, rods, powders, and crushed glass (frit)—to build depth, movement, and texture. The assembled piece then enters the kiln, often for two to three days, reaching temperatures as high as 1550°F. Firing schedules vary depending on thickness and the desired outcome, and it is rare that a piece requires only one session. Many powder-based works are developed in stages and may undergo as many as six firings before completion. Each cycle through the kiln is both a technical calculation and an act of faith, as heat transforms intention into final form.

Nothing is off limits in terms of inspiration; however, I consciously reject dark or negative themes. My intention is to create work rooted in curiosity, beauty, and a sense of wonder. I do not pursue awards or accolades, nor do I measure success by them. The completed work itself—born from heat, patience, and persistence—is my reward.

Soli Deo Gloria

Contact Information

Thomas Quinn
885 Twin View Road, Hamilton, MT 59840, United States
tourmaline140@gmail.com

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