Mazet Studios
Mazet Studios is the work of the three Mazet brothers: Joshua, Eli and Timothy from Eugene, Oregon. Since 1997 they have been creating pieces in the lampworking tradition using borosilicate glass. They handcraft each creature, paperweight and marble in their family studio ensuring a unique, original, handmade piece of glass art.
Joshua Mazet received his BFA in Ceramics from the University of Oregon in 1999. After graduating he was invited into the Fine Arts Department as a resident artist. For three years he held a studio at the U of O, instructing 25 students and community members year round in the art of wood fired ceramics. It was during this time that Josh was introduced to lampworking. With his degree in ceramics behind him, Josh had a natural understanding and comfort with flame atmospheres, kilns, and the chemistry of glass. This, compounded with similarities of the materials, allowed for a smooth and rapid learning of the new medium.
Timothy Mazet, the youngest of the Mazet brothers, has a great eye for detail and precision, which can be seen in his dichroic vortex marbles. He always enjoyed drawing, and is a self-taught tattoo artist. In 2000, Tim expressed his interest in glass to Josh and together they quickly set up a small glass studio.
Eli Mazet might be the most passionate glass artist you could ever meet. Setting up his own studio space within months of Tim, Eli was on his torch 30-40 hours a week. In a few years Eli accomplished a level of skill that would take most people a lifetime. Recently Eli has begun painting, using the subject matter from his glass frogs and whales on his canvases.
Three brothers working together allows for a great range of expression, and unlimited potential. Their sources of inspiration are varied, as are their personalities. Ultimately, they seek to make beautiful objects for people to enjoy and cherish for lifetimes. Their work has received recognition and awards, most proudly the Eugene Public Glass School's 2006 People's Choice Award. In addition to their studio work, Joshua and Eli regularly instruct lampworking from their private studio and at various schools throughout the U.S. Presently their work can be found in collections, both public and private, as well as in fine galleries and museums across the country and internationally.
Mazet Studios is the work of the three Mazet brothers: Joshua, Eli and Timothy from Eugene, Oregon. Since 1997 they have been creating pieces in the lampworking tradition using borosilicate glass. They handcraft each creature, paperweight and marble in their family studio ensuring a unique, original, handmade piece of glass art.
Joshua Mazet received his BFA in Ceramics from the University of Oregon in 1999. After graduating he was invited into the Fine Arts Department as a resident artist. For three years he held a studio at the U of O, instructing 25 students and community members year round in the art of wood fired ceramics. It was during this time that Josh was introduced to lampworking. With his degree in ceramics behind him, Josh had a natural understanding and comfort with flame atmospheres, kilns, and the chemistry of glass. This, compounded with similarities of the materials, allowed for a smooth and rapid learning of the new medium.
Timothy Mazet, the youngest of the Mazet brothers, has a great eye for detail and precision, which can be seen in his dichroic vortex marbles. He always enjoyed drawing, and is a self-taught tattoo artist. In 2000, Tim expressed his interest in glass to Josh and together they quickly set up a small glass studio.
Eli Mazet might be the most passionate glass artist you could ever meet. Setting up his own studio space within months of Tim, Eli was on his torch 30-40 hours a week. In a few years Eli accomplished a level of skill that would take most people a lifetime. Recently Eli has begun painting, using the subject matter from his glass frogs and whales on his canvases.
Three brothers working together allows for a great range of expression, and unlimited potential. Their sources of inspiration are varied, as are their personalities. Ultimately, they seek to make beautiful objects for people to enjoy and cherish for lifetimes. Their work has received recognition and awards, most proudly the Eugene Public Glass School's 2006 People's Choice Award. In addition to their studio work, Joshua and Eli regularly instruct lampworking from their private studio and at various schools throughout the U.S. Presently their work can be found in collections, both public and private, as well as in fine galleries and museums across the country and internationally.
