Glass Sekere
We enjoy working with fine artists to support their requirements in glass for the resolution of their projects.
One such challenge involved creating glass sekere for Niyi Olagunju for an exhibition in London, titled ‘Music to the Eyes’. Traditionally used as percussion instruments, the artist has re-imagined these as contemporary sculpture in an endeavour to shift her focus from the aural to the visual within the aesthetic spectrum.
After discussing the shapes and final result desired, the glass pieces were handblown in our studio in several colours. Olagunju then adorned the items in the tradition of the sekere instrument.
Our Stories
Our Glass Community Reflect on Peter Layton
To mark fifty years of London Glassblowing, we asked artists, collaborators and friends to share what the studio has meant to them. Their answers span five decades - from first encounters at the hotshop to lifelong friendships. What emerges is a portrait of a community built around one man's vision, and the remarkable things that vision made possible.
Fifty Years of Fire: Celebrating Peter Layton and London Glassblowing
For half a century, London Glassblowing has transformed contemporary glass art - pioneering new techniques, supporting generations of artists, and establishing a studio at the forefront of innovation. This milestone year offers a moment to reflect, to reminisce, and to celebrate the extraordinary impact that has helped shape the world of glass.
Silent Auction Stories: Staff Favourites
Our 2026 Silent Auction celebrated fifty years of glassmaking with works from Peter Layton's personal 'Highlight' collection alongside archival pieces from our resident and guest artists. The gallery team shared their favourites and the stories behind them, from a never-before-seen Fabrica platter to the smallest Portal Tim Rawlinson has ever made.