“Sculpture and Design with Recycled Glass”

Oct. 3, 2011 - PRLog -- Media Contact:  Christine Sockoloskie
Marketing and Public Relations
Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen PA
(610)593-1777
christines@schifferbooks.com


For Immediate Release | October 2011


Atglen P.A. — This “green” book is packed with photos of the transformation of recycled glass into an astonishingly creative medium for sculpture and design.  Original recycled glass craft and sculpture representing emerging and established artist from Swaziland to Australia to Canada and the United States, as well as photos of three public art sculptures that tells a story from design to construction to the final installation.  An overview of the technical issues in working with recycled glass as well as a step-by-step instruction on creating four glass craft and sculpture projects are included.   An overview of recycled glass that has been used in interior design and decorative and utilitarian products such as tiles, countertops, and drinking vessels by trend setting green companies is included.   This book is a great resource for interior, designers, “green” or LEED professionals, homeowners, museums, galleries, art collectors, art educators, artists, and individuals seeking to start a “green” glass business.

Cindy Ann Coldiron developed a love of making things at an early age.  She began to compete professionally in 2000 by entering juried exhibits.  She received a public art grant for the creation of a 40-piece cast recycled glass sculpture that was installed in Barcroft Park in Arlington, Virginia, in 2010.
   
Cindy’s book sells for $49.99 and can be purchased through the publisher at www.schifferbooks.com, your local bookseller, as well as numerous online retailers.
Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. is based in Atglen, PA on the Schiffer Book Farm.  The company is known for publishing high quality Antique, Arts, Architecture, Lifestyle, and Military History books, as well as a successful line of children and ghost books.   Schiffer Publishing is always looking for people to write books on new and related subjects. If you have an idea for a book, please contact them at info@schifferbooks.com

Book Details
ISBN: 978-0-7643-3889-2
Size: 8 1/2 x 11
Illustrations: 375 color photos
Page Count: 256
Hard Cover
Price: 49.99
REVIEW COPIES AND INTERVIEWS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

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Artist Biography: Cindy is a professional artist who creates sculptures using kiln-cast recycled glass. She has an extensive resume which includes juried shows and exhibitions, an artist grant and awards. Her recycled glass sculpture entitled "American Rock" is in the collection of the Art Museum at the University of Kentucky.