Preston, Melbourne

classes: Glass Painting and Stained Glass • Glassblowing and Mosaic

Step into the world of Chichi Botanicals, where the air is filled with the scents of fresh flowers and lush plants. Wander through a space adorned with oddities, curiosities, and trinkets that capture the imagination. It’s in this enchanting setting that I offer a range of art classes designed to inspire and delight.

I’m Glen (they/them), an artist, business owner, and teacher based in Naarm. My journey in the arts began over a decade ago in the film and TV industry, where I honed my skills in prop making, set construction, and art finishing. In my own art practice, I’ve worked with a diverse range of mediums, including oil paints, leadlight, glass, charcoal, electronics, clay, and concrete.

For three years, I managed a recycled materials art resource center, providing educators with art lessons and materials. It was here that my passion for teaching truly blossomed. I taught a variety of workshops, including hand-building ceramics, carpentry for kids, gardening, and kokedama making. I first discovered my love for leadlighting in high school and have since created windows for exhibitions and gifts. In 2021, I deepened my expertise in leadlighting by working at a leadlight window studio, where I trained on the job.

At Chichi Botanicals, my initial workshop offering will be leadlighting classes, with more options to follow soon.

I’m excited to teach, learn, and create alongside the wonderful community here. As a queer person, I value inclusivity and welcome everyone to join our creative journey. Please get in touch to see if I can accommodate any accessibility requirements you may have. I look forward to helping you create something beautiful.

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