Centurion Magazine (American Express Magazines)
Blown Away - A Portfolio of Objets d'Art
Centurion Magazine presents an exquisite portfolio showcasing distinguished jewellery pieces against the backdrop of London Glassblowing's masterful glass art.
This stunning collaboration transforms already magnificent pieces into transcendent visual compositions. The collection features prestigious houses including Van Cleef & Arpels, Chanel, Lugano, Mouawad, Dolce & Gabbana, David Morris, Graff, Boghossian, Harry Winston, Moussaieff, and Chopard—creating a dialogue between the luminous qualities of fine jewellery and handcrafted glass.
The resulting images stand as artistic achievements in their own right, celebrating the pinnacle of luxury craftsmanship across mediums.
The Courgette Flower by Nina Casson McGarva
Cast glass by Deborah Timperley
Whirling Ripple by Monette Larsen
Bird and Nest by Bruce Marks
Pervinca Seaweed by Davide Penso
Aurora by Peter Layton
Echoes of Light by Tim Rawlinson
Petal by Nina Casson McGarva
Our Stories
Peter and Tim at the annual Glass Art Society Conference
Ahead of their trip to New York for the annual Glass Art Society Conference at the Corning Museum of Glass, Peter and Tim shared an insightful talk with guests at our gallery. In this special preview of the presentation they would go on to deliver at the world-renowned museum, Peter and Tim looked back on more than fifty years of creativity, craftsmanship, and community, sharing personal insights into the studio's evolution while also considering its future. From there, they headed to Corning, New York, for the conference itself!
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.