John had an interest in learning about glass blowing for many years before he was first exposed to glass face to face by friends (and glass artists) in the FMA program at the University of Wisconsin Madison. When transferred to Chicago, he first came to Chicago Hot Glass as a student of the Level 1 8 week course. He was “bitten” and has been at the studio ever since that first Saturday morning class. John continues to take the 8 week courses, TA an experience glass class or two and has also taught Holiday Ball classes.
In addition to his passion for glass, John makes his living as a chef. He has managed to use his career to help the studio by preparing the food for the various benefits and parties held throughout the year at CHG. He feels he has found a home here and a sense of community with the artists and staff of the studio and looks forward to many years ahead of glass artistry.