Its fascination for most people is the illusion of spiraling down into a chasm that seems to go deeper or further than they believe possible. The Vortex Marble has been a mainstay of marble-makers and glass workers for many years. Making a Vortex Marble - by Scott Thompson. My spiders reflect detail and techniques that I use in my beads
I began making spiders after I took a class with renowned insect artist Wesley Fleming. Would you like to conquer your fear of spiders? There will be no need to be afraid of spiders anymore, since I am going to share a few tricks with you. I enjoy making them in whimsical colors that you would not necessarily would see in nature, like transparent purple spider. I like to use my bead skills for the bodies like this batik spider. Learning how to create them myself has be one of the funniest things I have ever learned. I have many glass spiders that I have collected through the years. I have always had a fascination with and much love for all creatures. The last class that I was fortunate enough to take, and my favorite thus far, was with Wesley Fleming. My glass journey has given me the great opportunity to learn from amazing artists such as Andrea Guarino-Slemmons, Melanie Moertel, Suellen Fowler, and Michael Barley.
