Cracked with Chevonne Ariss

Today in episode 12 I’m joined by Megan McElfresh, she’s a third generation stained glass artist, and the wizard behind the curtain aka the executive director of the Stained Glass Association of America. Building a community and connecting people within this niche glass world is something I’m passionate about and a huge reason for starting this podcast. In Megan I found a kindred spirit in those e...

Ep. 11 - Rarely do we get to witness an artist move through a craft with an eagerness to explore new possibilities with the curiosity we once were taught as children, but most have not carried into adulthood. When we do get to witness this special kind of artist, their work always leads to greatness. Everyone, I'd like you to meet Hannah Gregory. She's known for combining ancient techniq...

In ep. 10 I'm joined by  Erin Murdock of Snip Glass. She has an extensive formal education under some of the greatest  glass teachers at some of the greatest glass education centers, and she’s earned herself some serious clout with her awards, grants, and recognition.  Her skill shows in every piece she makes, whether it be one of her own impressive designs or her fan art.  An avid fan of The...

In ep. 09 I'm joined by Kara Bussey of Glimpse Glass. The queen of floral wreaths, botanical moons and wearable stained glass crowns, she's a natural communicator from her decade working in communications. But now she’s now  got her focus on communicating “how to” in her new book, stained glass for beginners. She’s also gone viral multiple times with stained glass videos - so we spend a...

In preparation for ep. 08 and very special Halloween episode the Instagram poll people have spoken..! So many of you requested her, so today I'm getting chatty with Ontario witch and stained glass artist Sarah Fitzpatrick of Witch Way Glass Co. This self described kitchen witch makes predominately Halloween themed work all year round and it's CRAZY to me that she's only been doing g...

In ep. 07 I'm joined by Janel Foo of Janel Foo Glassworks.  Janel’s making the world not only a more beautiful place with her colorful geometric Art Deco inspired glass work  but also using her platform as an artist to do some really powerful activism work in ways we can all take notes from. The AAPI community has seen a staggering uptick of hate crime in the last year that left us all disgus...

In Ep. 06 I'm joined by Lauren Wzorek Earl of Szklo Glass. She's known for her modern and minimal glass and mirror work but her life is anything BUT minimal. Juggling  motherhood with three home schooled kids and being the primary breadwinner in her family is a fête to behold that I couldn't wait to dig into  with her.  She also shares a tip with us on working with mirrors and shows...

In Ep. 05 I'm joined by Ted Ellison of Theodore Ellison Designs.  The way Ted’s love and extensive knowledge of historic architecture and decorative arts is woven into his body of work is on a level that I have never seen. He and his studio crew work collaboratively with homeowners, architects, and designers to deliver one-of-a-kind interior and exterior mosaics,  windows, cabinetry, laylight...

In Ep. 04 I’m joined by Hanna Hastings of Sand and Fireworks. Her popular process videos highlighting tips and technique are not to be missed, and her botanical plant inspired work just bring nothing but happiness to every tabletop or window they join. Today we touch on topics such as how to know when to sell your work, which brands are her go-to's and how Hanna is using her maternity leave t...

In Ep. 03 I’m joined by Flannery Cronin, a Brooklyn based stained glass artist who’s company Friend of All Glass is known for table pyramid lamps, pendants and nightlights. We cover a lot because we jabbered on for almost 2 hours, but expect to hear about wholesale, drop shipping, navigating Covid and step by step, switch by switch, how she’s taken the lighting world by storm. Join me as I crack i...

In Ep. 02 I'm joined by stained glass artist Debbie Bean, a  name that has become synonymous with gorgeous modern geometric stained glass rainbows. Her work was truly the tip of the spear for hip & minimal stained glass that people born after 1985 actually wanted to have in their home. Today I’m going to chat with Debbie to find out how she went from being in her late 30’s, feeling burnt...

In Ep. 01 I’m joined by Neile Cooper, glass artist, jewelry maker, teacher, author, glass installation guru and all around top of the game stained glass artist who’s bio and accomplishments are so long it was hard to cover them all in 1 episode. Oh yeah and she’s the creator of THAT CABIN. You know the one. It’s all over your Pinterest and Instagram.  She's going to break down her strategy fo...