Thomas was born and raised in Sycamore, Illinois and began his career in glass in 2001 at Talisman Glass in Chicago. There he took a complete series of classes from Basic to advanced techniques under the teaching of Sharon Gilbert. After grasping a new knowledge of glass, Thomas researched further schooling and landed at Corning School of Glass in Corning, NY.   There he learned a new world of lampworking techniques under a progressive class taught by a gifted professional, Sue Ellen Fowler. After completing school at Corning possibilities opened up, and Thomas landed an apprentice position at a Chicago land glassblowing studio, working with a glass artist of over 20 years.

Thomas Kerbel

The next 5 years would be spent developing new ideas leading him to form a unique presentation that reflects in his glass today.   Currently Thomas is continuing  his work with glass by building glassblowing equipment, teaching classes, and furthering his creative visions in glass.  Classes are currently available and lots of fun.  You can schedule a 4 hour beginners class by email or phone.  glassvisionary@yahoo.com

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