Last month I had the pleasure of photographing oodles of hand engraved glassware for the 'relatively' local company KHF Glass Birtsmorton. Karen has completed a large variety of engraved designs and wanted a suite of images to show her current catalogue and provide a point of reference for commissions. We had done a few test shots earlier in the year with a pure black background but felt that these did not show the glassware to its best advantage and so decided to go for a more 'rustic' backdrop, but lighting this to ensure the engraving remained the focus point of each image.
With lockdown playing its part in restricting outlets for sale (you can normally see Karen's wares at The Gallery in Malvern, and The Fold craft markets) and Karen preferring not to post glasses, she is currently working on new designs and commissions in readiness for 'the new normal'.
So, if you are looking for something that bit different for yourself or as a gift, keep an eye out for ideas on www.facebook.com/KHF-Glass-Birtsmorton (website coming soon) and info on when and where she will be selling.
I have popped a few examples of glassware below and, in the near future, will be posting about the fused glass pendants she also makes. If you can think of it, I believe she can engrave it! So please support this local business.
