Glass Archives - John C. Campbell Folk School Blog

Enameling Days Are by Far My Favorite Days: An Interview with Ashley Gilreath

Dec 4, 2019

Don’t miss this special opportunity to study with an incredibly talented new instructor in our Enameling Studio. Ashley Gilreath describes herself as a metalsmith, enamelist, and time traveler. Ashley hand fabricates all of her work using high quality precious metals and vitreous glass; sometimes utilizing heirlooms or found objects that she scavenges from the dark and secret corners of antique stores. Enjoy our interview!

Bead Addict! The Magic of Bead Making with Terry Hale

Nov 22, 2019

I met Terry Hale in the Folk School Enameling Studio where she teaches bead making several times a year. We talked about the joys of craft addiction and how she got hooked on moving glass into beads, what she likes about teaching, what she loves about the Folk School, and more. Enjoy our interview!

Flameworking 101 with Carla Camasso

Jan 30, 2018

Have you ever wanted to experience the magic of moving molten glass? Flameworking 101 might be the craft for you! We are lucky to have Carla Camasso teach the art of flamework, also known as lampwork. Carla is a glass artist currently living in Asheville, North Carolina. Using a torch to melt and manipulate borosilicate glass, her work is greatly inspired by the beauty of nature. Learn more about Carla in this sweet interview I did with her in the Folk School Dining Hall during the week of her last class with us.

Sienna’s First Class: Enameling

Jul 11, 2017

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Living a Crafty Life: My Interview with Kay Patterson

Oct 11, 2016

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Adventures in Kaleidoscope Land

Aug 18, 2016

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A Fiery Demonstration: Glass Blowing with Tony Prince

Feb 18, 2016

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Featured Auction Artist: Judy Peppers

Oct 26, 2015

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Free to Be You: My Interview with David Baker

Jul 27, 2015

David Baker lights up any room with creative energy and joy. You may see him in a pink Easter bunny outfit in the spring, dressed as the spirit of fall at Fall Festival, or, on a more casual day, gliding around the Dining Hall in a flouncy, fluorescent tutu. In the spirit of the Folk School, he reminds us to embrace our inner child, to play, to laugh, to create, to experiment and to love each other and ourselves. David has been teaching Kaleidoscope classes at the Folk School for over a decade. He is also our regular massage therapist. Enjoy our interview!
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