Julia Bickerstaff
Julia has been manipulating and processing glass neon tubes for nearly 4 decades and she uses her knowledge and skills to create some amazing installations of light. She is a regular Restorer on TVs Salvage Hunters and The Restorers, She has given demonstrations and nurtured interested folk in the world of crafted light.For decades Julia’s work was seen on the high street to the bright red dots you see on high buildings and in places you would never expect neon to be. but these days it can be seen in Art Galleries, TV and film also used for Commissions in art works, corporate engagements and education as well as her own creative work.
Open to the public
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Provides courses or training
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Available for craft fairs
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Contact
46 Fairburn Drive, Garforth
Leeds
England
LS25 2AP
Leeds
England
LS25 2AP
Julia Bickerstaff
t: 0113 2876723
About
Master Neon Maker. (glass or neon bender)
This involves glass blowing by taking glass tubes and manipulating them into forms and or letters, which are then processed so they light up. Example: A group of these tubes lit together, create a traditional neon sign.
Julia takes on commissions and personal projects for individuals and folk with a vested interested in REAL neon signs and cold-cathode glass tube uses and glass work.
Julia also restores traditional neon signs. these include if the tubes have been smashed, generally she can workout the design and bring the sign or design back to life.