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Podcast | EP 53: From Furnace to Neon – Pulling Neon Tubes with Ethan Samaha ft. Zach Layhew
This is episode number 53. In today’s podcast, recorded April 8th, 2023, I’ll be joined by Ethan Samaha AGAIN and this time featuring Zach Layhew, where we talk about Ethan’s most recent residency at the Pittsburgh Glass Center. Here we talk about the application process for residency, Pulling Tubing for Neon: its challenges, Navigation color…
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Saying Goodbye to Information Unlimited and Remembering Bob Iannini: A Shifting Landscape in the Plasma Art Community
In the world of plasma and neon art, there are certain names that have become synonymous with innovation, creativity, and the power to light up our imaginations. Among those names, Bob Iannini and his brainchild, Information Unlimited, held a special place. However, as we move forward into a new era, we must bid farewell to…
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Store | Taming Lightning: NEW ARRIVAL Borosilicate Electrodes
Introducing Yanlux 12mm Borosilicate Electrodes – the essential components for your neon and plasma illuminated sculptures! These non-tubulated electrodes feature a single loop wire at the top, offering versatility for various applications. Whether you’re working on neon signage or plasma light sculptures, these electrodes are designed to empower your creativity
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NEW ARRIVAL! Neon 21 – PlasmaShell Case (3D Models Only)
Hello Lightning Tamers, I’ve been working on populating my new online store of Taming Lightning and started to add downloadable 3D models, and eventually 3D printing on-demand services. One of the things that I’ve designed to help improve the workshop and artist experience is a case or enclosure for the Neon21 transformer. It’s a simple…
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Video | The Outlaw Neon Short Documentary
THE OUTLAW NEON was a “guerrilla” art group that sought to popularize neon for artistic expression and focused on imposing short-term artistic interventions in public and private, urban and natural sites in and around Toronto from 1989 onwards.” This short doc features interviews with two of the co-founders, Orest Tataryn and Alfred Engerer, and includes…
