Penny Lecture – Artistic Journeys Through Glass

In Conversation: Maria Zulueta and Natasha Redina:  Two Glass Artists Embracing the Unknown in Sculptural and Architectural Glass Design

Join us for a fascinating Penny Lecture which contrasts two distinct approaches to glass art – the sculptural and the architectural. Maria Zulueta is a glass artist and educator specialising in exploring the tension between nature and the man-made world. Natasha Redina is an architectural stained glass artist who combines traditional techniques with contemporary design, exploring the intersection of light, space, and human well-being. For this lively and informative Penny Lecture,  they will recount their artistic journeys, share creative processes and compare techniques. Their discussion takes place at Morley Gallery inside the Just Glass artists’ show. Maria and Natasha will share their joy of glass design and explore the role uncertainty and discovery play in their glass-making practices in the pursuit of innovation.

Maria & Natasha – two brilliant glass artists

Maria Zulueta

Maria Zulueta is an artist working with glass, educator, and researcher, known for creating sites specific installations and sculptures that explore the relationship between nature and the man-made world. Since establishing her creative business in 2005, Maria has worked on numerous public and private commissions, often reflecting on the transformation and fragility of the natural environment. She regularly lectures on kiln-formed glass.  Maria is a senior lecturer in glass at Morley College London. Maria also teaches at the Art Academy in London and has taught workshops across the UK and Spain. Her work conveys a deep respect for nature and is fleeting beauty, using glass to capture its changing forms and ephemeral qualities.

Natasha Redina is an award-winning architectural stained glass artist whose work merges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation. With a background in World Religions and experience as a psychotherapist, Natasha’s designs aim to transform architectural spaces into environments that promote well-being and human connection. Drawing inspiration from spiritual imagery, myth, and folklore, her large-scale commissions often explore the intersection of light, colour, and narrative. Natasha is passionate about the revitalization of stained glass and advocates for its future through education, collaboration, and interdisciplinary dialogue. She has worked internationally and is currently expanding her research into the psychological impact of architectural design.