Shards of glass

Author: Ninja "The Bong Collector"

Originally, this column was to be published on www.tokecity.com, as some of you might remember. It was put on hold so we could found Glass Aficionado magazine.

This column will now be continued here, on Glass Aficionado.

A few things to look forward to in the scene is the addition of our “ what’s happening” column that will try to update readers of current events and upcoming announcements in the glass scene.

Some people of note:

We’d like to thank Dementia and RooR, US for their ongoing support in the glass art scene and glass aficionado magazine.

Dementia has some of the finest glass art stores in the country and they are famous for their support of the art glass scene.

We would also like to thank Scott at Honalee Glass for his support and assistance.

His efforts have introduced new artists to the scene and his support here at Glass Aficionado is greatly appreciated.

Also I’d Like to thank the crew at Toro tubes for all the help and assistance they’ve given us.

They have gone above and beyond to support us and we thank you.

The list here could go on forever,  so I‘ll save some for later.

Some new pieces to keep an eye out for are the new TCT tubes as reviewed in this months issue.

There are two styles that have new types of percolation systems that are definitely worth checking out.

Some fantastic new pieces from the FYC shop and a review of the new Toro tree perc “Trash catchers” are included, as well as a new Toro bubbler.

Heads up Lab ware fans.

Look for the new beaker style Toro tubes to hit shelves later this summer.

A full review will be posted on GA as soon as they are available.

This issue focuses on some heady bubblers, and features some aficionado bubblers by Pakoh, that are amazing pieces, as well as work by Freeek, kennaroo and others.

This months raffle  giveaway is special, with a bubbler by Doc Holiday studios and an attachment to connect it to the brand new Digi Vape D40 digital vaporizer.

Over $350 total value.

Also, a gift certificate worth $130 off a purchase from Vapor whips will be given away.

Congratulations to our raffle winners, 3comb and MakeItLegal.

Other people of note are Dustin Revere at Revere Glass School.

His innovations and work at sharing knowledge comes at a time when communication of glass artists among each other is at an all time high.

This is a great time for collectors and artists alike and inspiration is the order of the day as more and more glass artists assemble to produce masterpieces that are collective collaborations which often include several completely different styles into one piece.

With the speed and reach of the internet, online community sites have brought together artists who share their talents and techniques which help the talent pool grow deeper by the day.

The new inspiration from a fresh generation of artistic thinkers fuels the talented masters to extend their knowledge leading to some of the most groundbreaking artwork of our time.

For glass heads like us, we are living in some wonderful times.

Also keep an eye out for a wonderful new progression here at Glass Aficionado to help artists in the sharing or artistic visions and ideas.

Next month look for some highlighted old-school and extremely unique glass pieces, and some reviews on some brand new glass products that are available at fine shops in your area.

Glass Aficionado magazine is still in it’s early stages, and we truly appreciate all the support as we cut our teeth in the scene, and begin to grow.

We look forward to some new staff members here at Glass aficionado, and we will announce and welcome them in the next issue.

Reviews will now be updated regularly, throughout the month.

As soon as we review a piece, the review will be available for subscribers to check out immediately.