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Hello Lightning Tamers!
Join me live on YouTube as I share insights from my 2024 BIPOC residency at the Corning Museum of Glass Studio. I’ll discuss the residency’s value, the inspirations behind the Atupa Series, the journey of exploring a new body of work, techniques like glass solder, and lessons learned for future projects in Plasma Lights Sculpture.
Prime yourself for Plasma
Dive into the foundations of plasma sculpture with our Plasma Primer Playlist from January 2024! This curated collection of videos is designed to give you a strong understanding of the techniques, concepts, and guidelines that shape Percy Echols II’s work in plasma art.
The playlist includes:
- Anatomy of Plasma Sculpture, 2nd Edition+: Explore the essential components that bring plasma sculptures to life.
- Design Theory and Plasma Sculpture, 1st Edition: Discover the principles and creative decisions that inform innovative plasma design.
- Guidelines for Vessel Structure, 2nd Edition: Gain insights into crafting vessels that are functional, beautiful, and structurally sound.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, these videos provide valuable context for understanding Percy’s process as he develops his Atupa Series. Watch the playlist to prime yourself for plasma and enhance your experience as you follow his journey of creativity and discovery!
-Available after Livestream-
• google slides of Livestream
• 📝worksheet | Glass Solder Firing Program
Support Matters: A Call to Action!
This month poses a unique challenge as the Pittsburgh Glass Center as I am called dedicate time have the Neon and Plamsa studio operational for the summer classes. The Studio is undergoing furnace rebuild unil the end of hte month, which will temporarily impact my primary income, and while I’ve diligently prepared for this, unforeseen circumstances can always arise.
As of January 2025, Taming Lightning is proud to have 15 Patreon supporters—3 more than last January—contributing a total of $72 per month. This incredible support helps cover podcast hosting, production tools, and ongoing processing needs. Every contribution, even as little as $2 a month, makes a meaningful impact and keeps the momentum going!
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