September Featured Artist: Ellen W. Hiltz – Kentucky Glass Works & Paintings
Purple Paisley is proud to feature the vibrant, imaginative works of Ellen W. Hiltz for the month of September. Ellen is a multi-talented artist who has spent over two decades exploring the possibilities of glass, paint, and mixed media. Based in Villa Hills, Kentucky, she creates fused glass artworks, wearable art, and hand-painted jewelry. Her works celebrate color, movement, and individuality.
Ellen’s process is both meticulous and creative. Her fused glass jewelry pieces begin with carefully selected cuts of glass that are layered, kiln-fired, cut again, and then fire-polished to achieve a flawless finish. The result is a luminous, one-of-a-kind work of art that captures light in dazzling ways. Her hand-painted earrings follow an equally detailed journey: each design is painted, cut, coated with high-grade resin for protection, and then assembled into wearable art. The resin not only preserves the brilliance of her designs but adds depth and shine, turning every piece into a tiny window of color and expression.
What makes Ellen’s work so captivating is her fearless use of bold, bright hues and striking patterns. Her jewelry has been described as fun, vibrant, and impossible to ignore. No two creations are ever alike, making each work truly unique. Whether you are drawn to the sleek elegance of fused glass or the painterly touch of her abstract earrings, Ellen’s art invites you to embrace color and individuality in everyday life.
With over 24 years of experience, Ellen W. Hiltz brings both expertise and joy to her craft. Her work reminds us that art isn’t only for the walls—it can be carried, worn, and celebrated every day.
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