Birth of an Island

Birth of an Island is an exploration of the powerful and awe-inspiring process of island formation through undersea volcanic activity. This glass sculpture, with a turntable and an LED light, captures the raw energy and transformative force of nature in its creation. The variegated warm browns symbolize the rich, earthy tones of lava and newly formed land, conveying both the heat and the nascent beauty of the emerging island. When unlit, Birth of an Island stands as an understated yet elegant sculpture, inviting contemplation of its form and the natural processes it represents. When illuminated, the sculpture transforms aspects, evoking the fierce and dynamic energy of a volcanic eruption. The light brings the warm browns to life, mimicking the fiery glow of molten lava.

Medium: glass (pâte de verre technique), turntable, LED light

Size: 6” wide, 12” high, 6” deep