About us

Leaving behind engineering and finance careers, we (Dave and Patti Hegland) turned our full attention to creating contemporary art glass.  In 2009, we opened our own private studio on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

We are equally captivated by the creativity of the design process, the technical challenge of construction, and the precision of coldworking.  Our open designs reflect the rural horizons and lively waterways that surround us, resulting in works that flow off the edge into the world beyond.  Geometric linear design and construction, strikingly visible inclusions, and a highly finished look characterize our work.

We have attended workshops at glass studios in New York, Washington DC, Oregon and North Carolina and studied with internationally recognized artists in the field of kiln-formed glass.  In particular, we acknowledge the training and support of Judith Conway, Martin Kremer and Kevin O’Toole.

Hegland Glass Studio is open by appointment only.  If you would like to visit the studio, please contact us for directions and to schedule an appointment.

Email:  hegland@heglandglass.com or call:  410-778-1713

Click the icon below to view our 2010 video
interview with the Chestertown Spy.