Kate Mercy

Art and crafts were hardly visible where I moved from so it was a fantastic surprise to find so much in this area. I love meeting artists from all disciplines and I love sharing knowledge and ideas. I have always had a passion for glass and fell in love from the moment I tried glass fusing in 2018.

I use different types of glass and techniques to explore the colour, texture and beauty of glass and the wondrous effects when light shines through it.

Everything I have learnt is self-taught, but I am continually evolving new ideas and pushing the boundaries. I believe there is no limit to creativity and innovation and every artist has their own style. I create individual pieces, decorative, functional and wall art with my inspiration often coming from this beautiful area and its natural beauty.

I particularly enjoy running workshops - there is nothing more satisfying than seeing people’s faces when they see what they have made.

I take commissions where I enjoy working with the customer to get exactly what they have envisaged for their home, and I have also given talks to local groups about what I do and the history of glass fusing.