Rana Dekki
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How would you describe the work you do and why?
I have always been interested in art, and I love making with my hands, from sculpting, carving and painting, and now to working with colourful glass. For me, colour brings great joy, like walking into a beautiful flower garden on a warm, summer day. I take great pleasure from the whole fused glass process, from the design and choice of colour, to cutting and grinding the individual sections of glass for a perfect fit, and then fusing and slumping the glass in the kiln. Finally seeing the stunning results of a long and complex process brings great satisfaction... when it works as it should! When a piece is finished, the way the light shines through the glass, or reflects on a window sill or table is both inspiring and uplifting. I also love the feel of the finished glass, which inspired me into making braille pieces for those with sight challenges. I make my own fused bubbles of glass in a wide range of colours and sizes, then carefully lay them out on glass pieces to spell simple and uplifting messages in braille. All my glass pieces are unique, one-off, signed works, and designs are never repeated unless as part of a set. When you own one of my glass pieces or paintings, you know you have something that no-one else anywhere will have.
For you what does being an artist mean?:
Freedom to express myself, a great feeling of satisfaction and hopefully bringing pleasure and joy to others.
Describe what you call yourself/your practice?:
DekkiArt art glass, painting and sculpture
CV & Education, relevant & leading to your artistic practice:
In 1993 I attended Wimbledon School of Art where I earned a degree in Technical Art Interpretation. After completing my degree I worked for several years in the film and advertising industry as a set builder, sculptor and painter.
Exhibitions in the last 3 years:
I have shown in a number of exhibitions, shops, fairs, events and galleries. This year I will be visiting various outdoor events, and exhibiting at Canwood Gallery in July.