This piece was handmade in glass using the hot sculpting technique and created as an expression of the conflicting relationship between heart and mind. It was conceived to bring out different types of emotions, such as repulsion, fascination or curiosity.

Depth 18 cm
Width 18 cm
Height 11 cm

This vessel was hand blown and sandblasted. To create a floating effect and a sense of depth, Karen introduced a ring of stainless steel into the glass.

Depth 22 cm
Width 22 cm
Height 13 cm

The Growing Heart sculpture was handmade in glass using the hot sculpting technique and created as an expression of growing love. Depicting the heart – the essential life-giving organ – in glass is highly symbolic for Karen as both are associated with fragility and susceptible to the passing of time.

Height 29 cm

Karen was inspired to make this piece by the Mexican Calavera skulls made of sugar which are used in the country's celebration of the Day of the Dead. It was hot sculpted in coloured glass and created as a tribute to life.

Height 21 cm
Width 12 cm
Depth 16 cm

This skull sculpture was hot sculpted in glass and created as a tribute to life and death. Through the juxtaposition of death symbols and glass, Karen addresses the fragility of both life and the glass medium. The smoky grey colour of the skull and the silver cloud on top reinforce the melancholic feeling.

Height 20 cm
Width 13 cm
Depth 16 cm