It all began 9 years ago on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, in Conques.
It was while strolling through the narrow streets that I came across a pearl maker spinning glass. That's when the idea was born: "one day I'll make some".
I have to say that ever since I was a little girl, whenever there was a glassblowing demonstration, I could sit and watch for hours, fascinated by the material and the fire.
Two years ago I needed a real creative holiday to refocus and get away from the stress of my job as a school teacher.
So here I am behind a blowtorch with all my fears (of gas, of fire) and above all all the excitement of discovering these sensations.
The fear and trembling hands gradually gave way to concentration and meditation. I was captured by the flickering flame. The material of the glass is fascinating too, as you interact with it: from solid to the consistency of honey, malleable liquid. It's all a question of mastering the flame and the surrounding air.
At first it was just supposed to be a 'relaxation' course for me, but as they say: 'I put my fingers in it' and I was captured.
So I decided to equip myself gradually, and then I decided to train: with master beadmakers, but not only! I also did a course in metal sculpture, a lapidary course (stone cutting) and finally I passed a certification for working with pure recycled silver.
The adventure continued when I decided to go part-time and set up my own business.
A great leap into the unknown! But what a challenge, what a dynamic! It's you who are carrying me forward, with the support of my family and friends who have believed in me!
I've already bought two necklaces, some BOs and a bracelet from Mme TRAVERSE, which I gave to my daughter-in-law. The work is magnificent, very fine, with shimmering colours.
Thank you Ms Arnoux for such a kind comment. I look forward to seeing you again soon 🙂