Gardens are beautiful… but a garden with art is an inspiring marriage of foliage, flowers and a contemplative totem of something that gives you joy. Having been an online admirer of Jesse Kelly’s blown glass art, it’s very exciting and fulfilling to finally have his pieces at the nursery. Our first order consists of Jesse’s trademark leaves* and flowers*. He also makes other flower types, swirls and fruit.
And while Jesse’s art reflects the lush beauty of the often-rainy Pacific Northwest, also know that Jesse has spent some time soaking up the Sacramento summer sun while visiting family here.
*The blown glass portion of each stake rests on a copper pipe, which also acts as the stake. You can reinforce the stake with rebar for added stability.
Jesse Kelly Bio
Jesse Kelly has been blowing and sculpting glass into breathtaking masterpieces for over 20 years. His career began in a Seattle glass production studio, where he developed a mastery of production and design in a fast-paced factory setting. It was in this setting he cultivated a deep love for the medium of glass. Jesse’s training at Pilchuck Glass School coupled with working on Dale Chihuly and Lino Tagliapietra teams for over 12 years, he further honed his skills and Jesse began to find his own artistic vision.
In 2004, he founded Jesse Kelly Glass to produce his own work inspired by a lifelong immersion in the lush beauty of the Pacific Northwest. His vibrant botanical designs evoke gracefully sweeping leaves, brightly colored flowers and spiky stalks of bamboo. Suitable for both interior and exterior installation, Jesse’s creations make gorgeous features in homes and landscapes.
Jesse Kelly Glass from Michael Su on Vimeo.
