Bruce Marks
Hot Studio Manager
Bruce has been working closely with Peter Layton since 2001, as a trainee and assistant, then Studio Manager and additionally as Peter’s principle colourist, helping Peter to explore a variety of complex colour applications. He completed a Masters degree at University of the Creative Arts, Farnham in 2010. Bruce continues to refine his own Bird series for which he is justly renowned.
Our Stories
Handcrafted Olive Oil Bottles for Restaurant Story
We were delighted to collaborate with celebrity chef Tom Sellers and his acclaimed Restaurant Story to create bespoke olive oil pouring bottles inspired by the elegant shape of an olive.
A Golden Christmas at London Glassblowing
We are marking the countdown to our 50th anniversary with a gold-themed Christmas exhibition. Founded by Peter Layton in 1976, the studio has evolved into one of Europe's longest-running glass galleries. Artists have created special pieces incorporating gold to celebrate this milestone "Golden Year" as the studio prepares for 2026's anniversary celebrations.
Q&A with David Reekie
We asked artist David Reekie a series of questions to delve into his creative process and uncover what drives his distinctive vision. Explore David's journey from initial sketchbook concepts to finished glass sculptures, his captivating figurative work, and the social and political ideas that inspire and inform his artistic practice.