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Mira Woodworth is an award-winning glass artist whose work has been featured in juried shows and invitationals. Her innovative designs have been published in Art Jewelry Magazine, “Sculpture and Design With Recycled Glass” by Cindy Coldiron, and “Cast” by Jen Townsend and Rene Zettle-Sterling. Mira’s installations can be found in public spaces such as the Milford Regional Medical Center, the Pechanga Casino and Resort, The Ritz Carlton, and the China World Trade Center.
“I think the people that most ‘get’ my work have been through a similar process. They know what it means to be shattered and passed through unbearable heat only to emerge completely transformed.”
Mira Woodworth
Hi, I’m Mira. Nice to Meet You.
I call myself a glass artist; but, as you can see, I’m not made of glass (although, sometimes it feels like it.) I became a self-taught glass artist while pursuing a career as a civil litigation paralegal. At first, glass was an escape. But eventually, I had made enough connections to pursue it full time and made the jump.
My Philosophy
I am in love with the idea of reclaiming the unwanted and refinishing it into gallery-ready works of art. To me, this speaks to a basic truth of the inherent (and sometimes secret) beauty in everything. There are many “reclaimed” goods on the market, which are great for the environment. But, I believe the beauty and design of the object come first.
In other words, I want the viewer to fall in love with the object first. A certain optimism is conveyed when the viewer learns it was resurrected from rubbish. This optimism is what my work is all about. It’s never too late for anything (or anyone) to be remade.
My Materials
Almost all of my works are created from reclaimed glass. I gather old windows, shelves, shower doors, and partitions from all over Northern California. Once back in my studio, I deconstruct the glass – either by smashing it or cutting it up into small pieces, then I reconstruct it into the works you see on this website.
I do not consider myself a “glass purist.” Specifically, it is not important to me that my work is made entirely of glass, nor that it adheres to any particular technique. For me, it is most important that each piece reach its full potential. To that end, I utilize multiple mixed media techniques to realize my glass vision.