Artist, pioneer, mentor and founder of London Glassblowing, Peter Layton is one of the fathers of British studio glass. Now 87 and among the world's oldest actively practising glass artists, he discovered the medium while teaching ceramics in the US in the mid-1960s, and has played a defining role in elevating glass from an industrial material to a highly collectable art form. This year, London Glassblowing celebrates its 50th anniversary - a testament to his enduring vision and generosity of spirit. The studio has nurtured and produced some of the world's leading glass artists, and continues to do so to this day.

Tim Rawlinson studied Architecture at Brighton University before discovering his true calling in Ceramics and Glass at Buckinghamshire New University. Graduating in 2011, he exhibited his degree work at New Designers, where he met Peter Layton and was subsequently invited to London Glassblowing for work experience. He has been an invaluable member of the team ever since, setting up and managing the cold studio, and has established himself internationally as a leading glass artist. As the next generation of London Glassblowing, Tim carries the studio's vision forward - a natural continuation of the legacy Peter has spent five decades building.

Anthony Scala's fascination with glass started at the age of eight after a visit to London Glassblowing. With 20 years of experience working with glass and renowned for his exceptional precision, Anthony has become a highly regarded practitioner in the field of coldworking. He has developed a signature style that is heavily influenced by his interest in architecture, mathematics and physics.

Bruce has been a glassmaker since 2001. He completed his Master’s Degree at the University for the Creative Arts at Farnham in 2010. Bruce Marks was bitten by the glass bug when he first discovered lampworking. Intent on becoming a glassblower, Bruce introduced himself to Peter Layton in 2001 and spent a number of years assisting at London Glassblowing before becoming the Studio Manager and Peter’s principal colourist, helping him test and explore a myriad of colour applications.

Internationally regarded as a pioneer in the field of kiln cast glass, Colin Reid is widely considered to be one of the most important sculptors working in glass today. His artworks are represented in sixty museum collections worldwide and he has undertaken many public and private commissions. Based in his Gloucestershire studio, Colin has developed the expertise and facilities to handle a variety of mixed-media and glass commissions.

David Patchen is a well-known and prolific American glass artist. Born and raised in New York, he transitioned from a corporate marketing career to become a full-time artist in 2001. Now based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Patchen's intricate glass sculptures are renowned for their vibrant colours, complex patterns, and meticulous craftsmanship.

Dr. Heike Brachlow is a German glass artist based in Cumbria, with BA, MA, and PhD degrees from Wolverhampton University and Royal College of Art, where she now teaches. Her award-winning work features in major museums including the V&A, European Museum of Modern Glass, and Tacoma Museum of Glass, and has been exhibited internationally across Europe, Asia, and Australia.

Elliot Walker, the sought-after British glass artist and winner of Netflix's Blown Away Season 2, creates visually breathtaking still life compositions in glass. Drawing from an eclectic range of inspirations - abandonment, the human form, environmental catastrophes, and Old Master paintings - Walker explores symbolism and perception through meticulously crafted vessels.

Helen Restorick is a glass artist working primarily with kiln-formed glass, informed by a previous career in medicine and genetics. Based in Surrey, she brings a research-led approach to her practice, combining scientific rigour with a deep appreciation for the inherent beauty of glass. She completed an MA in Glass at the University for the Creative Arts, Farnham, graduating with distinction in 2024, and has since exhibited in the UK and internationally. Restorick is currently continuing her academic research at the University, further investigating the behaviour of glass as a material.

James Maskrey is an internationally recognised glass artist whose work is held in major collections including the Victoria and Albert Museum, National Museum of Scotland, and Ernsting Stiftung Glass Museum, Germany. Alongside his studio practice, he is committed to education and currently works at the University of Sunderland’s National Glass Centre, where he supports artists and students in developing ambitious projects in glass.

Karen Browning is a British sculptor specialising in kilncast glass, recognised for her exploration of material transformation, reflection, and the histories embedded in surfaces. She has exhibited widely in the UK and internationally, including Naked Craft Project (Japan), Glass Coast Weekend (Florida), Collect Open 2024, and the British Glass Biennale. Her work is held in major collections including the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and the Liuli Museum, Shanghai. Awards include Best in Show at the British Glass Biennale (2022) and the Glass Art Society Green Award (2024). She has been a member of the Royal Society of Sculptors since 2015.

Katherine Huskie is a glassblower and neon artist based in Wiltshire, UK. In 2013 she co-founded Devereux & Huskie Glassworks with James Devereux where they specialise in creating bespoke glass for international designers and artists. Her own work has a strong identity with form and texture and she is constantly searching for new sources of inspiration and influences, seeking to translate this imagery within hot glass. She has a passion for manipulating blown glass, in her quest to captivate the viewer to interact with her artworks.

Layne Rowe forged his glassblowing career path while studying 3D Design at the University of Central Lancashire in the early 1990s. Though initially drawn to metalwork, he fell in love with glass after his first encounter with the medium, instantly captivated by its complexity, heat, and character. Over his 20-year career with Peter Layton at London Glassblowing, his artistic journey continually pushes creative boundaries, through perfectly controlled yet organic glass explorations of nature's colours and patterns.

Liam Reeves has been a professional glassmaker since graduating with a BA in 3D Design from Middlesex University in 1998. Working alongside renowned UK glassmakers, he has explored the evolution of technology and its impact on human experience, and is a glass technician at the Royal College of Art. Liam utilises computer-aided design and digital fabrication to create his work, investigating the intersections of material, pattern, colour and form - harnessing the glassblowing process to manifest digitally-derived geometries, such as the Golden Ratio's spiral forms found throughout nature.

Louis Thompson is one of the most exciting and sought-after glass artists working in Britain today. He gained his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1988 and has worked together with various artists around the world. Louis has blown glass with Peter Layton at London Glassblowing for 25 years. During this time, he completed a Master’s degree at the Royal College of Art.

Sila Yücel is a dedicated and talented emerging young glass artist. Initially specialising in graphic design and immersed in the digital world, she now strives to reimagine those elements in a new and compelling medium. Her inspiration stems from her family's roots in northern Cyprus. Frequent trips as she was growing up started to reflect the contrast between the blossoming nature in the warm Mediterranean climate and the dividing boundaries humans have made.  

Czech artist Tomáš Brzon was born in Nový Bor and trained at the prestigious School of Glassmaking in Kamenický Šenov. Tomas has honed his craft alongside celebrated artists including Martin Rosol, Jan Mares, and Latchezar Boyadjiev. Now working from his studio in Nový Bor, his work has been exhibited across Europe and the United States.