Maria Badshamiah - Glass whisperer.
- Isobel Arden
- Mar 14
- 4 min read
Updated: Apr 7
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Meet Maria Badshamiah (glass whisperer, multiple media artist and tutor)
Maria Badshamiah, glass and fine art specialist with a knack for breathing life into the inanimate, has spent years sculpting, designing, and illustrating her way through the creative world.
From kiln-formed glassware that found homes in private collections worldwide to bespoke T-shirt designs for brass musician and singer Mr. Eikel Venegas in 2024, Maria’s portfolio is as diverse as it is fascinating.
Early beginnings
A graduate of Nottingham Trent University with a BA (Hons) in Decorative Arts (2013), Maria honed her craft through copper, embroidery, glass, and screen printing before finding her true calling in kiln-formed glass.
Recognition and works
Her creations caught the discerning eye of The World of Interiors magazine in 2017, where her handblown vases were featured among the best in contemporary design. The same year, she earned the title of Winning Artist for Nottingham Industrial Museum, where her industrial-themed designs scooped up the East Midlands' Regional Heritage Award. Her work was so well received that it remained a staple in the museum shop.
Beyond her solo work, Maria has exhibited at the British Craft Trade Fair (BCTF) and Parallax Art Fair in 2013, lending her talent to both the traditional and avant-garde art spaces. She’s also left her mark at The Robin Hood Experience, where her themed cards and fine bone china flew off the shelves due to sheer popularity.
A Journey of Creativity, Connection, and Purpose
Maria’s artistry is not just about aesthetics—it’s about connection, emotion, and storytelling. Seascape Beauty, an acrylic piece exploring the relationship between humanity and Mother Earth, pairing it with her own handwritten poem to deepen the viewer’s experience. Ever drawn to meaningful collaborations, she has set her sights on crafting mindful pieces inspired by the poetry of the Louis MacNeice Society.
A proud neurodiverse creative, Maria channels her experiences into mentoring and tutoring, using art as a medium to inspire and uplift others. She’s not just making art—she’s building bridges, weaving stories, and shaping spaces where creativity and mindfulness meet. Offering services in art tutoring, business designs and commissions for all her work.
Maria has dipped her toes into everything from voluntary work at the British Glass Biennale (2012) to hands-on experience at London Glass Blowing (2015). Along the way, she has gathered and shaped her way into becoming an artist who understands both the raw materials and the emotions they can evoke.
An adventurer at heart with a sketchbook always within reach, Maria Badshamiah is here to make the world a little more beautiful, one carefully curated, deeply meaningful creation at a time.
Maria's Fantasy Cultural Year - studying glassware from around the world
The Fantasy Cultural Year is a fun way of getting to know Maria Badshamiah, crafted by Mark Walmsley, centred on curating a theoretical year-long cultural itinerary based on personal experiences and artistic influences.
The initiative included structured yet imaginative elements, such as:
Selecting favourite books (Maria chose "Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway" by Susan Jeffers and "The Power of Now").
Imagining a preferred beverage at a historic café (Maria opted for a dark rum and coke).
Choosing a travel destination for cultural immersion (Maria selected Barcelona).
Watching a sport match (Maria wanted to watch badminton in Venice).
Planning a week of cultural experiences in London, including theatre, opera, concerts, and digital art exhibitions.
Designing a fantasy lunch date at a Michelin-starred restaurant, with Maria choosing to invite Dale Chihuly, a famous glass artist.
Maria expressed a preference for classical music and suggested a concert featuring harp music. They also discussed attending a play about Victorian female musicians and a musical adaptation of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." For the opera, they chose "Tosca" at the Royal Opera House. For the film, they agreed on "Armageddon" for its soundtrack and love story.
Ultimately, this concept was a fusion of reality and imagination, showcasing Maria’s appreciation for arts, culture, and creativity.
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