About the Artist
Born in California and currently based out of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Shannon Castle is a self-taught master glass carver. Castle has always embraced bold creativity, fearlessly transforming her visions into groundbreaking glass art. In a field where trade secrets are closely guarded, she has forged her own path, constantly innovating with techniques and materials that push the boundaries of the medium. Her artistic journey began in childhood, sketching intricate worlds inspired by fairytales, revealing an innate talent far beyond her years. Drawn to the luminous, dimensional qualities of glass, she envisioned her work coming to life through depth, light, and vibrant color.
At just 19, she founded Shannon Studios in Sausalito, California, specializing in architectural glass installations across the West Coast. Over the decades, her work evolved beyond commissions, allowing her artistic vision to flourish without limitations.
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Shannon’s Process
Applying Color
Shannon’s painting practice is rooted in texture, movement, and emotional atmosphere. Her work carries the hand of someone who understands both fine detail and raw expression, building each piece through layered color, instinct, and a strong sense of composition.
Airbrushing
Sandblasting brings a sculptural quality to Shannon’s glasswork. By carving into the surface, she creates dimension, contrast, and tactile detail, transforming glass from a smooth material into something with shadow, depth, and physical presence.
Sand-blasting
Through airbrushing, Shannon adds depth, glow, and precision to her surfaces. The technique allows her to create soft transitions, luminous effects, and highly controlled detail, giving her work a polished but still deeply personal visual energy.
Paper-casting
With papercasting, Shannon explores relief, form, and delicate texture. This process allows her to create dimensional surfaces that feel both organic and refined, expanding her work beyond image-making into something closer to sculpture.
