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"What if I fall? Oh, but what if you fly!" - Erin Hanson
Molten glass over copper collectible art.
Artist Statement
Poetry exists within the hearts of young and old, and in the case of this poet, a wise heart in young form. Erin's works uplift just like the bluebird's wings in Take Off! - setting sights on the air and focusing on the positive possibilities: "There is freedom waiting for you, On the breezes of the sky, And you ask, 'What if I fall?' Oh, but my darling, What if you fly?"
Size: Approximately 5¼" x 8½" x 1¾" - akin to the size of a novel
Materials: Glass enamel on copper, formed around a heavy wood core
Every Spiritile is made painstakingly by hand in Houston Llew's studio in Charleston, South Carolina. The glass is applied to one side of the metal using stencils and relying on precise layering with hand sifters. The piece is only fired once. After firing, a rolling pin is rolled over the enameled metal to form intentional crazing marks in the glass. Although it goes against the medium's traditional teachings, Houston says this technique creates increased light refraction, particularly in the transparent glass.
Spiritiles look great alone or in a group. They can be hung on the wall or set on a flat surface without the aid of an easel or stand. They are quite sturdy and can withstand direct sun and covered outdoor environments (we recommend bringing them inside during extreme weather).