Updated November 4, 2008

The 2008 Powell River Studio Tour presents:

The 2008 Powell River Studio Tour

August 23 & 24

10 am to 5 pm

Locations south of Powell River to
Saltery Bay and north to Lund, BC

Thank you for

Participating.

Enjoy the Tour!

Laura Kew - Q Glassworks

4690 Marine Avenue, Powell River, BC      MAP

ph. 604.485.7475     E-qglassworks@shaw.ca

A love of the ocean and sailing drew me to live in Powell River. I had visited on many occasions and fell in love with the area; particularly Desolation Sound. Moving to Powell River has awakened a renewed creativity inspired by the beauty of nature and the power of the ocean. Sailing and hiking offer me many opportunities to enjoy the beauty of nature as well as having a home situated on the waterfront, where I can look out and appreciate the herons, eagles, loons, ducks, seagulls, porpoises and seals.

The beauty of light reflected though glass allows a dimension of individuality in any piece. The spectrum of colours is immeasurable; and the design possibilities endless. The changing nature of the light plays upon the glass and serves to transform the very hues of the piece from one moment to the next. Colour creates a relaxed state, encompassing the comfort and beauty of nature reflected within.

I began working in stained glass in 1987. Between mothering two children and operating two preschools time was at a premium for creating. Dabbling over the years has offered me opportunities to develop techniques and learn new tricks, including computer design. Using various software programs I am able to take a photo or design idea and create a stained glass pattern from it. This streamlines the initial design process and eliminates the need for inaccurate hand-drawn patterns. ~Laura Kew