Wayne Robbins My treacherous journey up the canyon was rewarded by the spectacular setting waiting for me at the end.  At last I arrived at a secluded spanish colonial style home.  The approach to the house was a delight, with a well weathered stone fountain, a stunning view down the forested valley, an apple orchard, and a small herd of Llamas.   Wayne's glasswork glittered in the sun on a formal, but pleasantly rustic stone patio complete with shady arbors, and caged tropical birds. Wayne creates intricate fused glass miniatures, beads, and jewelry.

Many of his pieces reference animal forms.  Fish and frogs, and  more fanciful creations like the humanoid figure pictured here, make up a large portion of his work.  His jewelry pieces are unique combinations of colorful  beadwork and metal accents and fittings.  Many are multi-layered, requiring close examination to appreciate the inner details, or are covered with tiny fused "beadlets", adding a playful texture to the  surface.    Wayne was assisted at the show by veteran bead maker Jeff Rogers, who captivated his audience creating intricately layered beads from behind a protective plexiglass shield.  The beads pictured here are just a sample of Wayne and Jeff's intricate and constantly evolving beadwork.   Happy, healthy llamas greet visitors at this beautiful mountain retreat.