Throughout this presentation I will share my artistic life story from my beginnings in glass engraving to my current work, demonstrating how I create my intricate bee's wax models for lost wax kiln casting. I will focus on my method of multiple firings which allows for control over colour placement by attaching pre-cast elements and then re-casting the work. Another key aspect of my practise is coldworking the surface of a casting which enhances textures, creates contrasts and highlight details. I will provide sample pieces to illustrate the various stages of my process.

About Anja Isphoring

Anja Isphoring grew up in Germany, studied glass design and engraving in Zwiesel/Germany. She was awarded scholarships at the Academy of Applied Arts/Prague, the Creative Glass Center of America and at Pilchuck Glass School. Her work has been included in many Museums in Europe and the US. Anja lives and works in Vancouver, Canada.