By Matt OlianVulcan 
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Matthew creates his glass art using an ancient process known as lampworking, or flame working. This technique was originally pioneered by ancient Egyptian civilizations nearly 5000 years ago. Today, Matthew uses a highly efficient gas/oxygen bench mounted torch to melt raw glass to workable temperatures reaching 2000of. He primarily works with borosilicate glass, also known as Pyrex, because the glass is very resistant to thermal and physical shock. As for specific techniques used to decorate and shape the glass, Matthew combines numerous glass working techniques from around the world. Once a glass creation is complete, it goes directly into an annealing oven, or kiln, to ensure additional strength and durability. Matt does not use molds of any kind; each piece he creates will be unique.

 

 

 

 

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