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Telltale Truth, 2015
Mold-blown glass, borosilicate glass, fabricated steel, neon, and single-end transformer 2’ x 17” x 17” Photo by John B. Klein |
Hello Lightning Tamers!
In today’s podcast, I’ll be joined by Ben Orozco in collaboration with GEEX, where our respective experience as plasma and neon artists, technicians come together to produce a 4 chapter series for glass educators and co-learners new to the plasma process introducing elements of plasma in an easy-to-apply format, while touching on my journey as a self-starter and alchemist. |
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First time Listen or want to know more about Percy, the following are some links to get started.
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Fundraising Goal |
“Percy Echols II has produced Taming Lightning for three years. His full time job gives him the security to produce this content in his spare time. GEEX feels the glass community is remarkably lucky to have this resource, and it’s our goal to supplement that “luck” with monetary support.
We’re hoping to raise at least $2,800 to support the production of this four-episode series. That comes down to 100 listeners chipping in $7 each per episode. We hope you’ll support Percy’s expertise and help us establish a precedent of compensating valued voices in the field. Every donation really counts! Help us reach our goal and donate! Alternatively, Venmo @geexglass your support with the word “PLASMA”. “ |
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I’d like to thank GEEX for inviting me to collaborate for this series. Which is a mixture of an interview and lecture, using my experience as a pathway to the continual learning and understanding of plasma. Which has yet to have a comprehensive resource for guidance, and while that can and has been frustrating, it’s also been fun finding various sources to tackle a subject.
In this collaboration I’d like to thank the Director, Helen Lee for starting the conversation, Assistant Director, Emily Leach, whom you’ve got hear pop in during the break and at the end, and The Graphic Designer and Web Manager, Ben Orozco, who will co-hosting for the remainder of the series.
Even in this first step, I find myself taking notes in adopting a more organized approach with feedback to improve the flow of the podcast, including solidifying a release date for the podcast, which will be every 3rd Thursday. This collaborative series will be released October, December, February, and April.
Lastly , I’d like to thank Pittsburgh Glass Center for supporting me as a place of research and inspiration, as well as encouraging me to pursue this project, and the Plasma Art Alliance where I have access to the well of knowledge and connect me to some amazing and supportive people.
Please consider support the 4-part series buy donating to GEEX Fundraiser!
In this collaboration I’d like to thank the Director, Helen Lee for starting the conversation, Assistant Director, Emily Leach, whom you’ve got hear pop in during the break and at the end, and The Graphic Designer and Web Manager, Ben Orozco, who will co-hosting for the remainder of the series.
Even in this first step, I find myself taking notes in adopting a more organized approach with feedback to improve the flow of the podcast, including solidifying a release date for the podcast, which will be every 3rd Thursday. This collaborative series will be released October, December, February, and April.
Lastly , I’d like to thank Pittsburgh Glass Center for supporting me as a place of research and inspiration, as well as encouraging me to pursue this project, and the Plasma Art Alliance where I have access to the well of knowledge and connect me to some amazing and supportive people.
Please consider support the 4-part series buy donating to GEEX Fundraiser!
Feel free to share, comment, and subscribe. And as always be safe, be healthy, and be Strong, and I’ll See you next time!
-Percy Echols II, Taming Lightning
Top 5 Taming Lightning Episodes for Beginners
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“In this episode, you’ll be introduced to the differences between plasma and neon, and the very person who encouraged my plasma journey and this podcast!”
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“This episode is in response to a weeklong intensive plasma workshop with Ed Kirshner at Pittsburgh Glass Center. In this, I explain what a plasma workshop entails and how to get the most out of it.”
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“In search of answers about the noble gases (re: who, how, and when they were discovered) my curiosity led me to new and grander resources, such as the article written by Mike Sutton in the Chemistry World Magazine.”
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“Mad scientist, alchemist, and luminous glass artist: Mundy Hepburn is a truly unique personality in the plasma world.”
“A master student of over 30 years, who taught himself neon, plasma, and glassblowing. He creates life-sized plasma lamps and vessels, as well as shaping hand pulled glass tubing, creating distinct forms and gestures.” |
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“Inspired by natural occurrences of plasma, such as the aurora borealis, Ed Kirshner creates air-tight vessels using a glass-soldering technique with ready-made and produced glass objects.”
“[Kirshner] also incorporates fabrications and collaborations with skilled glassblowers at both the torch and furnace, most notably Bernd Weinmayer, Jaime Guerrero, and Mitch LaPlante. In these works, the interplay of geometry of glass shape and volume are a big player in discovering various patterns and displays.” |
