Hi, I’m Suzanne Raffellini, a glass artist based in Buckinghamshire, and my journey into the world of glass art began in 2003.

Art has always been in my blood; as a young girl, I lived and breathed creativity, constantly drawing, crafting, and dreaming of art college. But life took a different turn, and I ended up studying Chemistry at university—no paintbrushes in sight. I loved the thrill of research, completed a PhD, and spent six rewarding years in postdoctoral research in Italy.

When I returned to the UK, I settled into industry work and family life, yet I kept creating—whether sewing clothes, decorating cakes, or tackling DIY projects around the house. But still, I felt a piece of me was missing. Then one day, I was invited to fill a spot in a stained glass class at my local Adult Education Centre, and everything changed. Here, I rediscovered my love for drawing, painting, cutting glass, and experimenting—combining creativity with the scientific curiosity I’d loved in research. That’s when my creative life truly began.

What started as a hobby quickly became a passion and a way of life. Today, I divide my time between crafting pieces for myself and others and helping others ignite their own creative journeys. I thrive on challenges, often saying “yes” to projects before figuring out how to bring them to life in glass. This willingness to explore beyond comfort zones is what fuels growth, and it’s at the heart of my teaching. I encourage my students to see that creativity has no age limits, and there’s joy in exploring and stretching beyond what we thought possible.

If you’re ready to dive into the world of glass art, check out my website for details on current workshops and courses—I’d love to create alongside you.