Opening Reception was on Friday, May 31, 2024, 5-10pm at NEXT Gallery. NEXT Gallery is located in the 40 West Arts District, 6501 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, CO 80214.

Fused, kiln-formed glass on welded metal grid. Wall-mounted.

An exhibition of kiln-formed glass inspired by energy and spirit, with the beauty and magic of feathers.

Opaque Fused, kiln-formed glass mounted on welded metal asymmetrical grid boxes - sold as a pair.

Opaque fused, kiln- formed glass mounted on wood.

Fused, kiln-formed glass, wall mounted on welded metal grid.

Fused glass, wall-mounted on wood.

Hand-crafted, tack fused glass pendants. All unique. $35 each, plus tax and S&H.

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Fused glass feather

“Flare” is fused, kiln-formed glass. It was created by layering glass in a mosaic style. It took time, dedication and a planned approach. So does dealing with chronic pain. A flare occurs when symptoms of a chronic issue, that has been present for some time, suddenly worsen.

“NeuroElasticity” on display, as part of The Magical World of Glass exhibition at The Commonwheel Artists Co-op. in Manitou Springs. April 30-June 3, 2024.

The brain’s neuroplasticity is the “elastic” part of our brain that allows us to change, adapt and reorganize. After mild TBIs from car accidents, this was my visual interpretation of the brain’s neurons seeking to create new neural pathways.

This artwork was purchased during The Magical World of Glass exhibition. It has found it’s forever home.

“Sorrow” was created after my dad passed away. Processing death is hard for everyone. Grief can sneak up on you, when you least expect it. It can take on the form sadness, apathy, anger, etc. I have tears, as I write this. I love and miss you, Dad.

“Surge” is fused, kiln-formed glass. This piece represents the reactionary sensitivity that happens after brain injury. Even with a mild TBI, the emotions surge and are hard to control. It’s like walking with a full bowl of liquid that moves with every step. The smallest stumble and emotions surge. The spill is messy and no matter how careful you are, it takes time to clean it up.

“Haze”, kiln-formed glass sculpture on display at The Commonwheel, in Manitou Springs April 30-June 3, 2024.

This kiln-formed glass piece is called “Reigniting Passion”.

This came at a time when I was struggling with the aftereffects of whiplash from car accidents. I was managing pain, nerve damage and trying to figure out how to make art when my hands would go numb after just 30 minutes of making.

This piece has many layers and required several firings. It was a turning point in my art making. I learned to plan, prepare and create differently to manage my damaged body. It holds special significance, in that it symbolically represents success and achievement that I can still do my desired art form. It, also, is one of the first pieces that embodies my post-concussion feelings. I struggle with migraines on a regular basis. Sometimes, I feel like my brain is on fire. For me, this piece represents ALL of that.

“Flare” at The Commonwheel Artist’s Coop, in Manitou Springs. I was so pleased to see so many familiar faces at the opening on Friday, May 3, 2024. It was nice to catch up and warmed my heart. At the end of the night, I was really missing Manitou. Thanks for coming out, friends.

The Creekside Gallery at The Commonwheel has beautiful light. Here are my fused kiln-formed glass pieces “Dueling Thoughts” and “NeuroElasticity”. The Magical World of Glass, April 30-June 3, 2024. The Commonwheel is open 10am-6pm daily.

From my Ebb and Flow series “Grounded”. A four piece set of fused, kiln-formed glass on wood boxes.

Our work looks so good together! Sabine Wachs, you curated a fabulous show. Thank you for including me.

My fused glass, entitled “Nature Hike” in the center. Sabine’s stained glass in front and Juanita Canzoneri’s wall mosaics.

Fused, kiln-formed glass on wood trio. Featured at The Commonwheel in Manitou Springs April 30-June 3, 2024.

Laura’s fused glass entitled “Surge” and Sabine Wach’s stained glass. Don’t they look beautiful together?

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“Grounded” fused kiln-formed glass on wall mounted boxes. This is from my Ebb and Flow series.

When I think of being grounded, I desire balance and stability. When we have lots going on, or feel our focus pulled in multiple directions, we become flustered or less confident. Techniques for maintaining balance become fleeting. We try something and maybe don’t stick to it. Developing healthy habits takes time and commitment. I don’t know about you, but I’m still trying to figure out what works for me.

“Grounded” was on display at The Commonwheel in Manitou Springs, CO, as part of The Magical World of Glass exhibition.

“Nature Hike” is one of my favorites. I love the asymmetrical composition. The tension created by the stand and the glass is compelling. The colors projected onto the wall are eye catching. My aim was to create a piece that feels like when you walk through tall grass and can feel it tickle your leg. I love the healing that nature brings. I used to be a big camper. The trauma from car accidents make sleeping in a tent too difficult on my body. Nowadays, roughing it is sleeping in a bed that’s not my own. So, I retreat to the hiking trails when I can.

“Nature Hike” is fused, kiln-formed glass on display at The Commonwheel Artists Coop, in Manitou Springs, April 30-June 3, 2024.

Fused glass mounted on wood

Fused glass mounted on wood

On display at The Commonwheel Artist Coop. April 30-June 3, 2024.

17” interior, single layer kiln.

Mixed Media Assemblage featuring Hot Glass.  2015.

Five wall-mounted pods.  Four of the five pods have glass seeds.  The longest pod is 22" long

$800, plus shipping and handling.

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Front view of Ambiguous Balance.  This piece was juried into "Losing Love" February 2015 at Core New Art Space, Denver.

Mixed media featuring blown glass.

This is an expanded version of Ambiguous Balance from my solo show, September 2014.

$3,000 plus shipping and handling.  Installation guide is provided.

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Side view of Ambiguous Balance.  Mixed Media.

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2015

Mixed Media 

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Detail from Wall Instillation featuring Hot Glass.  From 2014 Solo Show at The Bridge Gallery, Colorado Springs, entitled "Ambiguous Balance."

Detail from Wall Instillation featuring Hot Glass Sculptural Neuron.  From 2014 Solo Show at The Bridge Gallery, Colorado Springs, entitled "Ambiguous Balance."

Glass Assemblage on metal base.  2017

Approx. 17"x15"x6"  Wall-Mounted.

$400 plus shipping and handling.

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Mixed Media Assemblage featuring Fused and Hot Glass on Wood.  2014

Approx. 20"x20"x5"   Wall-mounted.    $400, plus shipping and handling.

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Mixed Media Assemblage featuring fused and kiln-formed glass on wood.  2014

Approx. 17"x17"x6"   Wall-Mounted.   $350, plus shipping and handling.

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Mixed Media Assemblage featuring Hot Glass.  2013.

12"x8"x3"   Wall-mounted.  $300, plus shipping and handling.

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Mixed Media featuring fused glass.  Wall mounted.  10"x26".   SOLD

Mixed Media Assemblage featuring Hot Glass and melted metal from the 2013 Black Forest (CO) fire.  

Created 2014.  24"x11"x5"   Wall-mounted.   

$210, plus shipping and handling.

This piece was made in response to two summers of the most devastating wild fires in Colorado's history.  It is dedicated to the many families that were affected by these tragic events.

Mixed Media Assemblage, featuring Hot Glass Sculptural Elements.  2013.

Approx. 12"x8"x6".      Pedestal display.     $200, plus shipping and handling.

Mixed Media Assemblage featuring handmade blown glass bubbles, fiber, sweet nothings.  2013.  Pedestal display.  Demonstration piece.

Collaboration with wood sculpture artist.  2012.

Assemblage featuring hot glass sculptural elements.  NFS

Large Coral Webs - approx. 10"x10"x8"

$200 each, plus shipping and handling.

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Transparent Olive with Iridized Interior

Fused and Kiln-Formed Glass

Approx. 10"x15"x15"

Price:  $150

For other colors, contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

Above view.

Large Coral Webs - approx. 10"x10"x8"

$200 each, plus shipping and handling.

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Gallery View

Large Coral Webs - approx. 10"x10"x8"

$200 each, plus shipping and handling.

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Fused and Kiln-Formed Glass.  Opaque and transparent glass.  2014

Approx. 8"x4"x4"   SOLD

For similar style, contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

Fused and Kiln-Formed Glass.  2012.

Approx. 6"x7"x7"    SOLD

Contact the artist for similar coral web at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

Sizes vary from 4"x3"x3" to 8"x12"x12"

Fused and Kiln-Formed Glass

Prices vary by size.

For custom order, contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

Fused and Kiln-Formed Glass

Prices vary by size

For custom order, contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

Dichroic Glass on transparent violet fused glass.

Please visit my Etsy shop: Glass Marvel

Tack fused Dichroic and transparent fused glass.

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Diffused crackle dichroic full fused glass.

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Dichroic glass on transparent blue full fused glass.

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Two sided, handcrafted fused glass wine stopper.  Heavy weight item.

Stunning, eye-catching fused glass plant stakes.  Perfect for any plant or garden lover.

Fused glass sun catchers.  These can be used as a decorative item on the wall or in a window, as well as a tile or trivet.

Hot glass sculptural flower.  It makes a great gift.  Display them alone or use as a paperweight.

Blown glass ornaments are SO beautiful!  You will want to display them year round.

Handmade blown glass opaque ornament.

Handmade blown glass transparent ornament.

Fused Glass Dish Set.    2012.

Reverse image set of dishes with iridized glass.  Approx.6"x10" each.    Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

SOLD

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Fused Glass Small Dish.  Approx. 6"x6"

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Fused Glass Dish Set.  Iridized Glass.  SOLD

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Fused Glass Dish.  Approx. 5"x8".  SOLD

For other fused glass dish choices, go to: Glass Marvel

Fused Glass Dish Plate.  Approx. 10"x10"   SOLD

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Lamp displayed in the home setting, with a self-portrait I did in my youth.  Property of Ann and Rich McCracken.

Functional Fused and Kiln-Formed Glass Table Lamp.  2013.  Approx. 14"x9"x8".  SOLD

Tac Fused Glass, mounted in a light box.  Each has it's own switch/plug.  2013.

Both Approx. 8"x8"x3".  $175, set or $105 each plus shipping and handling.

For purchase, contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com.

Fused Glass on Wood.  2014  

Contour tac fuse with iridized COE90 glass and Glassline paint.

Four, 15"x15" wall mounted panels.  Quad grouping approx. 34"x34".    

$850, plus shipping and handling.

Mosaic Style Fused Glass on Metal.  2013.

Three Approx. 15"x15"x3" Boxes.  Wall-mounted.  SOLD.

Total space needed for display 4'x1.5'.  Can be displayed vertically or horizontally.

Contact the artist for similar style piece in custom color scheme.

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Mosaic Style Fused Glass.  Contour Tack Fuse.   6"x12" wall mounted panel.    

SOLD - Commission of similar style piece is available.  Contact the artist.

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Fused Glass on Wood.  24"x36".  Wall-mounted.

$350, plus shipping and handling.

Ten 12"x3" glass sections mounted on wood.

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Fused Glass on Wood Boxes.  Three, 15"x15" wall mounted panels.  Can be displayed vertically or horizontally.  Minimum space required, 18"x48".  

SOLD - Commission of similar style piece is available.  Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com.

Mosaic Style Fused Glass Collection.  2012.

Largest Panel Approx.  12"x18"      Total space needed for display 24"x36".

$250, plus shipping and handling.

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Mosaic Style Fused Glass. 2012.

Approx. 12"x18"   Part of a five piece assemblage.  

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Mosaic Style Fused Glass Panel.  2012.

Contour Tac Fuse.    Approx. 10"x7.5"  Wall-mounted.

$150 plus shipping and handling.  

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Mosaic Style Fused Glass Panels.  2012.

Five 10"x10" full fused panels with frit painting for the sky.

Wall-mounted.     $500, plus shipping and handling.  

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Fused Mosaic Style Glass Panel.  2012

Approx.  12"x8"   Wall-mounted.     $175, plus shipping and handling. Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase. 

Fun Bold

Two fused glass panels, approx. 18"x6" available.  Wall-mounted.

$90 each, plus shipping and handling.

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Mosaic Style Fused Glass Panel.  2012

Full Fuse.  Symmetrical design.  Approx. 11"x14".  Wall-mounted.

$200, plus shipping and handling.

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Full Fused Glass Frit Painting.  2012

9"x12"     Wall-mounted.  $200, plus shipping and handling.

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Mosaic Style Fused Glass Panel.  2011.

14"x12"    Wall-mounted.     $250, plus shipping and handling.

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Kiln-formed Iridized Glass on Wood.  

Wall Mounted.  13"x13".  

$250, plus shipping and handling.

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Kiln Formed Fused Glass on wood, enhanced with Glassline paints.  

Wall Mounted. 16"x11".  

$300, plus shipping and handling.

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Kiln-formed Fused Glass.  Wall mounted.  11"x14"x4".  

SOLD     Please contact the artist for commission of similar style work at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com.

These neuron nests are my visual interpretation of how neuron networks are formed and have many connections.  I have been fascinated with neuroplasticity, neuropathy and how the brain processes pain.

Approx. 8"x8"x8"  Wall-Mounted.  $150 each, plus shipping and handling.

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These neuron nests are my visual interpretation of how neuron networks are formed and have many connections.  I have been fascinated with neuroplasticity, neuropathy and how the brain processes pain.

Approx. 8"x8"x8"  Wall-Mounted.  $150 each, plus shipping and handling.

Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

These neuron nests are my visual interpretation of how neuron networks are formed and have many connections.  I have been fascinated with neuroplasticity, neuropathy and how the brain processes pain.

Approx. 8"x8"x8"  Wall-Mounted.  $150 each, plus shipping and handling.

Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

These neuron nests are my visual interpretation of how neuron networks are formed and have many connections.  I have been fascinated with neuroplasticity, neuropathy and how the brain processes pain.

Approx. 8"x8"x8"  Wall-Mounted.  $150 each, plus shipping and handling.

Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

These neuron nests are my visual interpretation of how neuron networks are formed and have many connections.  I have been fascinated with neuroplasticity, neuropathy and how the brain processes pain.

Approx. 8"x8"x8"  Wall-Mounted.  $150 each, plus shipping and handling.

Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

These neuron nests are my visual interpretation of how neuron networks are formed and have many connections.  I have been fascinated with neuroplasticity, neuropathy and how the brain processes pain.

Approx. 8"x8"x8"  Wall-Mounted.  $150 each, plus shipping and handling.

Contact the artist at lauramccrackenglass@gmail.com for purchase.

Colored Pencil on Paper.  2008.

Matted with simple frame.

$400, plus shipping and handling.

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Acrylic on Canvas.  2009.

Four 12"x12" canvases.  2.5 foot square space needed for display.

$350, plus shipping and handling.

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Acrylic on Canvas.  2010.

24"x36"

$350, plus shipping and handling.

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Clayprinting is a non-traditional type of printmaking.  I was first introduced to it by Michael Cellan, in the late 90s.  This playful, experimental technique involves the layering of non-binding pigments onto a clay base.  Then, the artist hand prints onto interfacing.  It was a process that was very free and fun.  Michael Cellan, took a workshop in Santa Fe, with Mitch Lyons, who is credited with popularizing this style of printmaking.

I took an encaustic workshop around the same time I started fused glass.  It was a difficult decision as to which medium I should focus on, and be able to afford, financially.  Like the clay printing, it was a fun and playful medium.  As an elementary art educator, I tend to like every medium and material.  But, glass won my heart.

$300, plus shipping and handling.

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Years ago, I took a week long monotype class with Melanie Yazzi at the College of Santa Fe.  This and the ghost print were my favorite pieces I created that week.  They proudly hang in my parents' home. 

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Years ago, I took a week long monotype class with Melanie Yazzi at the College of Santa Fe.  This ghost print (the print that follows the original monotype) and the original print were my favorite pieces I created that week.  They proudly hang in my parents' home. 

SOLD

From 1997-1999, I taught one block of High School Photography.  Being able to use some of the photos I took as examples for my students and create something new with them, was delightful.

From 1997-1999, I taught one block of High School Photography.  Being able to use some of the photos I took as examples for my students and create something new with them, was delightful.

I have had the blessing of knowing Michael Cellan, since my very first year of teaching.  I have had the luck of having him as a teaching mentor, he was the high school art educator for 40 years.  I attended several of his week long classes and learned all sorts of fun techniques.  I.e.  clay printing, watercolor, art with a copy machine, and foil relief.  Michael is also one of the founding member of the co-op I am a member of, the Bridge Gallery, in Colo. Springs.

I have had the blessing of knowing Michael Cellan, since my very first year of teaching.  I have had the luck of having him as a teaching mentor, he was the high school art educator for 40 years.  I attended several of his week long classes and learned all sorts of fun techniques.  I.e.  clay printing, watercolor, art with a copy machine, and foil relief.  Michael is also one of the founding member of the co-op I am a member of, the Bridge Gallery, in Colo. Springs.

I believe I learned how to do Polaroid Emulsion Transfer via a workshop at the Colorado Art Educators Conference.  It wasn't something I stuck with, but I enjoyed it for a while.

The original drawing came from a copy machine collage.  I participated in a workshop by Michael Cellan in Santa Fe.  After the original collage was created, I went back in with Sharpie and White Out.  The final collage was enlarged and painted with watercolors.

I still enjoy working with acrylics.  This was an early piece dealing with the sting of betrayal.

I still enjoy working with acrylics.  This was an early piece that started as a copy art collage.  This piece is about dealing with the enormous cost of health care.

Acrylic on Canvas

Laura McCracken:  "This is a portion of an instillation solo show entitled 'Sleepless Dreamstate'.  It was at The Bridge Gallery in Colorado Springs in 2007.  The show was in response to my life changing after a head injury incurred via sport.  I was mourning my previous self/life.  At the time of the head injury, I was unaware of how severe it was.  I struggled for nine months before being diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome.  For the next 30 months, I struggled with cognitive, social, and emotional issues."

Laura McCracken:  "Plaster body cast representing my former self.  I left it raw and unfinished, as that was, at the time, how I was feeling after recuperating from a head injury.  The figure is displayed on a mirror, representative of a time of reflection.

What is interesting now, looking back at this piece, was how much glass I included in this instillation.  I had yet to begin working in fused glass.  My introduction to fused glass would be a year and half after this show."

Acrylic on Canvas

Acrylic on Canvas