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An Amethyst Teal Tree of Life glass ball hangs delicately in a window surrounded by other glass balls. Text reads: "What is the Tree of Life?"

What is the Tree of Life?

With variations dating back to Ancient Egyptian mythology, the Bronze Age in Northern England, and even the Celtic Druids, the Tree of Life is a symbol of various concepts across many religions, philosophies, and spirituality.
A clear Gray Art Glass crackle beer glass filled with beer sits on a wooden table.

Ottawa Valley Breweries

If you've taken a look through our gallery or online shop you've probably seen our special crackle beer glasses or our colourful hand blown glass beer mugs.But with what should you fill these glasses and mug?  Without further a-brew, here's our guide to the best of local ale!
Colourful hand blown glass witch balls hang at different heights in the window of Gray Art Glass gallery.

History of The Witch Ball

Witch balls are some of the most beloved pieces of glassblowing. Delicately hung in a window or dangling from a stand on a table, they add a unique touch of colour and sparkle to a home. But, did you know they started out as more than just pretty ornaments?
A clear crackle dip whiskey glass, filled with gold coloured whiskey, sits on a black tabletop.

Top 5 Distilleries near Ottawa

Distilleries near Ottawa? Maybe you have one of our hand blown whiskey glasses and you're looking for a local spirit to pair it with? We've got you! Here are our Top 5 distilleries in the area!
A round, clear glass paperweight with swirls of green and blue glass and cremation ash inside sit on a marver. Glass frit is scattered around the paperweight, illuminated by the soft glow of light from the glory hole.

What is memorial glass art?

If you're searching for a way to memorialize a loved one and keep them close for years to come, memorial glass art may be a solution. Keep reading to learn a bit more about memorial glass art and what the process entails.
Glassblowing artist Michael Gray sits in his dark hot shop with his face illumated in faint red with the light from the glory hole.

Commemorating Your Loved One: The Memorial Series

Loss is an experience everyone encounters, and the mourning process can be very difficult. People often struggle to find a way to honour their loved one and keep their memory close. Memorial glass art provides a way to commemorate your dearly departed.