Ron began his journey as a teenage father without employment. In desperation, he accepted the first job he could find, working as a janitor in a local school district. Surrounded by students his age, he couldn't help but wonder if he'd ever achieve the dreams he had in grade school while visiting the Getty Villa for the first time. His tu
Ron began his journey as a teenage father without employment. In desperation, he accepted the first job he could find, working as a janitor in a local school district. Surrounded by students his age, he couldn't help but wonder if he'd ever achieve the dreams he had in grade school while visiting the Getty Villa for the first time. His turning point came when he responded to an ad in the LA Times seeking an 'Artist willing to learn artistic sand etching,' marking the start of his venture into the Studio Artglass Movement at 18 doing custom etched & carved glass. Ron quickly mastered the basics and began crafting his unique style and approach to art. His technique flourished, and he fearlessly tackled large-scale projects, working on notable venues like the Frontier Hotel, Golden Nugget, Las Vegas Hilton, and Caesar's Palace, proving his early instincts correct.
Driven by a relentless ambition, Ron has risen to become an award-winning artist, with his works featured in museums, corporate, and private collections worldwide. His clientele spans industry leaders, entertainment moguls, art patrons, architects, designers, luxury resorts, and builders of exclusive private estates. Now, several decades since he began, Ron believes that everything he has done serves as a prelude to his future masterpieces.
In my art glass work, I aim to instill an inner spirit that not only illuminates the environment but also resonates with the humanity of the observer. The age-old fusion of Art & Architecture awakens the senses, fostering a captivating dialogue between the tangible, the visible, and the felt. Glass, with its ever-changing properties, exud
In my art glass work, I aim to instill an inner spirit that not only illuminates the environment but also resonates with the humanity of the observer. The age-old fusion of Art & Architecture awakens the senses, fostering a captivating dialogue between the tangible, the visible, and the felt. Glass, with its ever-changing properties, exudes an elegance and sophistication rarely seen in other materials. As a canvas, glass offers me a vast range as an artist, enabling me to illustrate, sculpt, paint, fuse, slump, and cast. When lighting is incorporated, such as with fiber optics & LED's, the effect is stunning. Watch out!
"Considering the unpredictability of our existence on Earth, I am channeling more of my time and energy into my Personal Work and Public Art, drawing inspiration from my experiences and the natural world. My goal is to create universally accessible art & glass sculpture that inspires a wide audience and leaves a legacy that would make my children proud."
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