
Mariam
I’m a glass artist based in Jerusalem, studied at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design. My journey into glass began after several years of working in oil painting, gradually shifting toward the hot-shop, where I became captivated by the material’s fluidity, movement, and transformative nature.
Working primarily with hot glass, I focus on both glassblowing and sculpting pushing the boundaries between form and function. My work explores contrasts: perfection and distortion, structure and spontaneity. These tensions drive me to create dynamic, expressive pieces that balance control with unpredictability.
Alongside hotshop work, I integrate techniques such as flameworking, stained glass (vitrage), and mold-making into my process. I’m always experimenting—seeking new methods and combinations to expand my visual language and deepen my relationship with the material.