Graeme Hawes

Graeme has triumphantly completed his glass making masters at the prestigious Royal College of Art! As an experienced freelance glassblower, he crafts his masterpieces from his vibrant studio, located in a stunningly restored hosiery factory in the heart of Leicester’s cultural quarter. With of designing, creating, and teaching his making practice, Graeme’s enthusiasm for authenticity, provenance, and craftsmanship shines through in every stunning piece he produces, all of which are meticulously handcrafted.

“From my very first day at Sunderland University, I was captivated by the exhilarating atmosphere of the glassblowing workshop. The heat radiates from every corner, the air buzzes with the sounds of compressors and burners, and even amidst the scattered shards of broken glass, there lies the incredible opportunity to create something truly beautiful and delicate!”