Amber Cowan transforms discarded glass into intricate, storybook-like scenes. Her flameworked compositions burst with flowers, filigree, and pastel baubles, each piece repurposed from vintage industrial scraps. The cloche format heightens the sense of discovery, turning each sculpture into a miniature wonderland preserved under glass. Cowan’s palette and ornamentation nod to historical glassmaking while feeling fres…

Cowan’s work sits at the intersection of craft and art, celebrating material histories and techniques. Her pieces evoke nostalgia without becoming overly sentimental. The upcoming exhibition at the Museum of Craft and Design in San Francisco will offer more chances to see these dense, colorful worlds up close. For those who appreciate meticulous detail and a touch of fairy tale, Cowan’s glass sculptures are a visual…