J.P. Canlis created a custom glass installation for Pacific Northwest newbie, Northeastern University-Seattle. The East Coast based university opened its doors in the South Lake Union area in January 2013. Canlis Glass was commissioned to create an installation that would embody the culture and community of the Seattle area. J.P. was able to create a sculpture, Connectivity, that brings these general themes together in the realm of art that Seattle holds so dear; glass. His seven-piece installation, of hand-blown and hot-sculpted glass molecules, floats above the space in the campus entryway. Their presence in the building draws the viewer in and illuminates the vision of the campus. 

J.P. and his assistants created Connectivity over the course of 5 months to completion. The process of blowing the glass in a hot shop, refining the pieces in the cold shop along with establishing the seven different molecules as singular sculptures was a rewarding and challenging experience for J.P. and his team. The entire installation spans a space of 9 feet squared and is suspended 7 1/2 feet from the ceiling in the entryway of the building. 

J.P.'s creative ability to form a concept, display it on paper, skillfully form the pieces and see it through to the installation day is what defines his as an incredible glass artist. Previous to Connectivity, he has created numerous custom installation projects such Insignificance Bamboo, Raindrop Chandelier, and Wheat Installation. He realm of original thought and skill give him the ability to envision an installation and create it. 

Please email info@canlisglass.com to inquire about custom installations. 

Wheat Installations are ready for SOFA! The months of ongoing pulling cane and flame working for SOFA Chicago are almost finished. PISMO Gallery will be representing J.P.’s work this fall at the prestigious art exposition from November 1st-4th. Over four days, 100 galleries will present artists from around the world.

The presentation of J.P.’s Wheat Installations is 16 years in the making. He originally came up with the concept of glass wheat for his senior project at Alfred University in the mid 90s. Since then his knowledge of glass has grown to allow him to create a serene interpretation of a cross section of a wheat field. The varying dimensions of his installations give the imagination room to dream of glistening acres of wheat.

SOFA Expo Chicago will be held on November 1st-4^th, 2012 in Chicago at the historic Navy Pier. Tickets and special viewings are still available to purchase at www.sofaexpo.com. 

 Artist J.P. Canlis' Backwash series has a new addition, Aurora Backwash. Deep color, graceful lines and elegant form in glass captures the natural phenomenon of backwash. A backwash, in the ocean, is the occurrence of two waves colliding after a wave has hit an obstacle that sends it reeling backwards. J.P. takes the organic movement of the water and recreates the simplicity of nature in glass. View Aurora Backwash here. 

On display in the Canlis Glass Gallery + Studio in Seattle, Sundown Peel brings summer to life. During dreary months in the Pacific Northwest,  J.P. used the art of hand blown glass to recreate memories of surfing in Hawaii. Sundown Peel depicts the dip of the sun into the ray-drenched waters of Hawaii. The clean lines and balance of this piece, make it easily one of the nicest Peels J.P. has created.  J.P.’s love of the ocean, surfing and the sun is present in this piece.

View Sundown Peel here.

Raindrops are a common topic in Seattle. Fortunately, J.P. Canlis took this normal occurance to a new dimension with his hand-blown glass Raindrop Chandelier. Hung above a dining room table, in one of Seattle's most prestigious condos, everyday weather takes on a luminous beauty. This chandelier is lit externally to create glowing drops of rain for a dramatic design element that can be seen from the entrance of the home, as well as the main living area. Each component is blown, the largest piece measuring five feet in length. Please click on the link below to see current available Raindrop Chandelier.

View installation of Raindrop Chandelier

Friday, July 15th Woodland Park Zoo will highlight a Canlis Glass party live auction item. Visit with Leigh and J.P. Canlis at the fun auction and be the first in queue to bid on the event package at the renowned glass art gallery. Going for up to $7k at local live auctions,  the gallery party is now one of the hottest tickets in town.  Delicious appetizers prepared by Andaluca are paired with specialty cocktails by Makers Mark and great local wines.  This auction item will raise money for a great cause and be one to enjoy. We hope to see you here!

Leigh & J.P. were honored to have their house and glass artwork featured in the Homes and Luxury Living section of the Puget Sound Business Journal.  Together with their new daughter Anais and their dog Kai, the couple welcomed the journal to explore their home filled with famiy heirlooms and other objects that hold memories and meaning.  As mentioned in the article, the Canlises have worked to create a welcoming and meaningful space in both their home and their glass art gallery.

Click here to read the article.

Over the past few months, J.P. Canlis created an original glass mobile for his new daughter, Anais Desirée Canlis.  The mobile recreates a school of glass Oama (baby goat fish) that make a beautiful sound as they move and softly clink against one another.  The mobile was inspired by J.P.'s childhood memories of fishing for Oama in Hawaii.  While creating this piece for his daughter, J.P. began considering the possibilities of other suspended glass pieces and mobiles.  Stay tuned...
Photo by: Eugénie Frerichs

Canlis Glass welcomed boutique clothier, Mario's, to the gallery + studio for an exclusive photoshoot surrounded by glass art.  Paired with elegant glass installations in the gallery and industrial elements in JP's studio, Mario's Spring collection glowed.  Check out Canlis Glass on the pages of Mario's new Spring 2010 Edit.

Leigh and J.P. Canlis are excited to announce the arrival of their daughter Anais Desirée Canlis (pronounced Ah-nay).  She was born on February 9th, 2010 at 7:42pm weighing 7 lbs 10 oz and measuring 19 3/4" long.

Over the past few months, J.P. created an original glass mobile for his new daughter.  The mobile recreates a school of glass Oama (baby goat fish) that make a beautiful sound as they move and softly clink against one another.  The mobile was inspired by J.P.'s fond childhood memories of fishing for Oama in Hawaii. 

New J.P. Canlis glass artwork on view in the gallery!  Perfect for a residential or corporate installation, Nanakuli Double Up, one of the new pieces in the gallery is a rich emerald that reminds J.P. of the beautiful waters of Nanakuli Beach on Oahu.  His Double Up series showcases the power of water building on top of itself when one wave catches up to another and creates a larger than usual wave.

Stop by the gallery to check out Nanakuli Double Up and the other new works that are now available for viewing!  For more information email info@canlisglass.com.

The Space Needle enlisted the talent of glass artist J.P. Canlis to make custom Dancing Portraits in commemoration of their award winning year.  The blown and sculpted Dancing Portraits resemble the glass sculpture Canlis designed for the Washington Wine Commission's 2009 Restaurant of the Year award, which was presented to the Space Needle's SkyCity Restaurant earlier this year.  Canlis Glass is honored to be involved with both of these great organizations that promote our local vintners!

Washington Wine Commission
Space Needle's SkyCity Restaurant

Host your private event at Canlis Glass! Urban, modern, sexy, unique... Canlis Glass Gallery + Studio is a one-of-a-kind, loft setting in the city of Seattle.  The 3000 Sq. Ft. space highlights the historic, rustic building in contrast to the elegant design within the gallery, while the glass studio allows a look inside the Seattle glass scene. Let Canlis Glass help transform your event into a memorable, unique occasion that will have your guests talking for years! 

Intimate wedding? Company gathering? Wine tasting? Birthday party? Anniversary? The gallery is a fabulous solution.  Book your December event now and receive a discounted rate. Call 206.282.4428 or email events@canlisglass.com for more details.

 J.P. was honored to have his work featured in the coveted live auction section of the contemporary glass event of the year, The Pilchuck Auction.  His piece, Deep Amber and Topaz Breathe, went for $7k, over the stated value of $5500. He was featured along with other glass artworks by internationally renowned masters such as Dale Chihuly and Davide Salvatore.  The event was Friday, 10/23/09, at The Westin in Seattle.

As a part of the Strategic Planning Committee for the Pilchuck Board of Trustees, Leigh was very pleased with the success of this event, which provided funding for a large portion of Pilchuck's world-renowned programs.  To see images from the preview and benefactor's night please click here.

J.P. Canlis' vibrant installation, Coral Bamboo, will be featured in the Mario's storefront window until Tuesday, Oct. 27th, juxtaposed with fine apparel from the boutique store.  On Oct. 15th, Canlis Glass was honored at an exclusive party at Mario's.  As the featured artist, Jean-Pierre Canlis was recognized for his new captivating works, which were displayed throughout the store.

As one of the event's sponsors, Details magazine will be covering the party in an upcoming two-page spread.  With over 350 in attendance, the Italian menswear company, Isaia, which also sponsored the event, brought in members from its New York branch to co-host the evening.  During the night, Irene Neuwrith was also recognized for her distinctive jewelry, which was displayed throughout the store, often in conjunction with J.P. Canlis' artwork.