Adrienne Ladd has been working with glass since 2009, starting out of necessity as a mom searching for a path that let her raise her child the way she envisioned. While she doesn’t necessarily recommend this unconventional route for everyone, it worked beautifully for her as the pieces fell into place.

In our conversation, Adrienne shares her journey from the coast of Massachusetts to Maine, Colorado, Pennsylvania, and back to Maine, where she now calls home. She opens up about how her signature designs came to life, the challenges she’s faced within the glass community, and the ways she prioritizes her health and body while navigating the demands of the craft.

This is a story of resilience, creativity, and finding alignment between art and life.