Marc Tickle
I design glass kaleidoscopes that are sculpturally
appealing on the outside, and spatially revealing on the
inside. Sculptures within sculptures. Combining art with
science I strive to achieve three dimensional interior
images in my kaleidoscopes that defy the space that they
occupy. Using geometric principles, and the aesthetic
values of sacred geometry, my work conveys a harmonic
balance of shape, colour and form. A strong thread of
continuity is carried through from the outside to the
interior image.
My creative energy is well and truly fed with the design
process. In designing my kaleidoscopes I slump and fuse
glass, I use Italian flameworking techniques, I roll out
clay and fire the molds, upon which I slump the glass. I
make my paint from mica powders, which I then use to
reverse paint on the glass.
I absorb my inspiration from the natural complexity of our
surroundings. An occasional glass of wine at night and some
delicious cheese helps too.
