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Chris Jones


Taupo based glass artist Chris Jones produces vibrant glass pieces that explore the potential of bold colour mixes and pattern.

Born in the UK, Chris developed his skill set in the glass medium by working at the highly-respected Neil Wilkin Studios. During his role at the studio, Chris worked on pieces for renowned European glass artists such as Peter Bremers and Floris Meydam. While the apprentice experience was invaluable, 
Chris was eager to establish his own studio practise and develop a distinct style away from his mentors. His move to New Zealand in 2004 provided this opportunity.
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Chris Jones creates a range of work from small collectible pieces through to larger exhibition works. Vibrant colour is a feature, as too is the use of the graal technique. Graal glass blowing is a process developed in Sweden in the early 1900s, whereby a design is carved, engraved, or etched on a parison of colored glass, which is then reheated and cased in a thick layer of transparent glass of a different color, and inflated. The process enables the complex layered design work of Chris' larger pieces. 

Chris Jones exhibits throughout New Zealand and has work held in private collections both in New Zealand and abroad.


Chris Jones Works Available At Black Door Gallery

Taupo based glass artist Chris Jones produces vibrant glass pieces that explore the potential of bold colour mixes and pattern.

Chris Jones, "Mini Floats", Hand blown Glass, $142 each, Available
Chris Jones- "Urchins", Hand Blown Glass, 10cm Diameter, 2022

Previously Exhibited At Black Door Gallery


Chris Jones, "Spirale", Hand Blown Sculptural Glass in Assorted Colours, 160mm (H), SOLD
Chris Jones, "Flight", Hand Blown Glass in graal style, H 37cm x W 15cm, 2016
Chris Jones, "Spirale", Hand Blown Sculptural Glass in Assorted Colours, 160mm (H), SOLD
Chris Jones, "Spirale", Hand Blown Sculptural Glass in Assorted Colours, 160mm (H), SOLD
Chris Jones, "Multi-Coloured Spirale- Yellow Gold and Blue", Hand Blown Glass, 160mm height, SOLD
Chris Jones- "Rainbow Paperweight", Hand blown glass, 2019
Chris Jones- "Meslee Paperweight", Hand Blown Glass, 2019
Chris Jones- "Harlequin- Gold/Orange", Hand Blown Glass, 17-18cm tall
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