adam waimon
Adam Waimon is a sculptural glass artist focusing on the blown glass and the in-depth process of engraving. Inspiration for his work is drawn from a multitude of sources with a primary focus on the natural world. While remaining diverse in his inspiration, the resulting work is cohesive and defined. He is a graduate of Massachusetts College of Art, receiving his BFA in Glass. His work is included in numerous private and public collections throughout the USA and abroad.
artist statement
carved series
Adam Waimon’s sculptural glass forms incorporate subtle monochromatic transparent color. This singular use of color allows the delicately engraved surface to refract and transmit light. Waimon utilizes glass to create strong elegant forms with a minimalist approach. He gathers his inspiration mainly from the natural world. Multiple forms are
often placed together allowing for interaction and use of negative space.
process
Each form goes through numerous stages to accomplish its final design. Initially, each piece is sculpted into shape. Once it cools from the glassblowing process the labor-intensive procedure of carving begins. Textures and intricate details are cut into the surface using diamond-embedded tools. Subsequently, the entire piece is sandblasted to unify the surface. The final and most delicate step of the process requires the entire carved form to be reheated. This will heat only the exterior and will give the piece its final surface.