We had the good fortune of connecting with Melody Ballard and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Melody, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
It’s in my blood, It makes me feel whole to create a lamp from nothing but an idea.  In addition to making something that is beautiful as well as functional.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
My unique lamps are made with combinations of recycled glass from bottles, fusible glass I create myself, and interesting stained glass. Some of these I will tumble for a beach glass effect and others I put in my kiln. Sometimes I use both techniques for really unique elements. Next I came up with an original method of wire wrapping the glass to the shade like it was a material. This free form method allows me to create very individual looking lamps. Finally, I often create my own luminary frames to achieve my vision. When I feel someone’s excitement in choosing one of my pieces, I am energized to create more. I have always enjoyed the light that comes through a sun catcher. I wanted to bring this same effect into the rest of the home. Glass is an excellent medium for complementing light.

I make my work to be touched and enjoyed. It is meant to add color and light to a space. It is important that my work be functional as well as pretty. When my lamps are turned on and I see someone’s smile I know it worked.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Cherry blossom cafe Of fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisine

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?

My rock My partner I crime
My ying to my Yan

He is a  true believer into what I do and what I stand for and this of course is  my husband, Justin of 25 years

Website: Www.Berriecreative.com

Instagram: Berrie_creative

Twitter: @Berrie_Creative

Facebook: Www.Facebook.com/Berriecreative

Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCuxA9Hck32C0GRN9xs4l2Qg

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