"The world of the glass artist is changing. Emerging technology for the cutting, engraving and printing of glass is opening doors for those who want to work more quickly, more accurately, at larger scales and in multiples, and is stretching the boundaries of innovation. Vanessa Cutler gives an artist's perspective on the latest techniques, machinery and software in glass. Using straightforward language, she introduces the digital resources that are becoming an essential part of an artist's toolkit and describes the application of new technologies, from cutting and engraving machinery to rapid prototyping. These practical essentials are illuminated by the work of contemporary artists who are using these technologies to remarkable effect"--
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