Melissa Nicholls
Melissa completed her BA (Hons) at Wolverhampton University specializing in kiln work. She went on to develop her skills, concentrating on hot glass and cold work techniques, at the IGC in Brierley Hill.
Having returned to Wolverhampton University, she is currently studying a Masters degree in Design and Applied Arts.
She has recently exhibited at the British Craft Trade Fair in Harrogate for the first time.
Cup casing and trailing feature heavily in her work and she enjoys cutting, grinding and polishing to reveal the inner layers of the glass, creating intriguing sculptural pieces.
Website: www.melissanichollsglass.co.uk