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Jupiter Orca Nielsen

"Through glass sculpture, I endeavor to inspire others by sharing the love and passion I have for the natural world. Each piece is a puzzle that takes time, energy and skill to solve. Glass never works the same way twice presenting a challenge I thoroughly enjoy!”

Jupiter Nielsen's love of the natural world started as a child, catching insects in the garden and playing in the tide pools where he grew up in the Puget Sound of Washington state. While living in Hawaii he found Flameworked glass, a medium that has given him a creative outlet for his passion. Hawaii’s native plants became his focus as he spent countless hours hiking, taking photographs and volunteering. As his botanical knowledge increased so did his skills working with glass. He now resides where he grew up On San Juan Island, in Washington state.

Over Jupiter's 24 years working with glass he has been lucky enough to give demonstrations overseas, assist teaching at world renowned craft schools including  Penland School of Craft, The Corning Museum of Glass and the Pilchuck Glass School as well as work with and teach other amazing artists. He creates his borosilicate sculpture for private collections, galleries and a growing Instagram community of collectors.