I am by no means saying I loved Deborah’s work. contestants what being involved with Blown She insulted the artist and the artist’s culture. on Janusz Pozniak: Who is the glass-blower on Netflix’s Blown Away? Basically, you’re blowing glass every three days and there’s all the (expletive) to deal with in between that, making the piece, the piece cooling down overnight, then you’ve got to cold work it and glue it and present it in a gallery, and then be judged and eliminated. I completely disagree. Totally a bummer and probably won’t watch the show again. He moved from the UK to Seattle in his teens to study under the arm of Dale Chihuly–who is also a world-famous glass sculptor. Now, were there artists that had more sophisticated stuff, maybe, but art is to connect you to something and there’s NO WAY you can argue that she wasn’t the best at connecting you to her work! The winner receives a $60,000 prize and an artist residency at the Corning Museum of Glass. The judges made their decision. I’m so happy to be able to see glass blowing… but why so short ? Blown Away could be a way to demystify glass processes to a larger public.” Patrick Primeau, “It is my sincere hope that Blown Away helps to expand the public’s understanding of glass as a sculptural medium, and inspires future collectors, patrons, and institutions to support the medium.” Alexander Rosenberg, “I believe that this show will not only bring light to the craft but foster a greater understanding and appreciation for those who work with this material.” Momo Schafer, “I hope that Blown Away inspires more artists and people to explore the medium of glass while shedding light on the complexity of the process and the passion and skill required of the artists.” Annette Sheppard, “I hope Blown Away can open doors for young, underground glass artists and give them the exposure they deserve.” Edgar Valentine. The amount of fossil fuels and energy needed to keep the heat at those levels could probably heat multiple homes for a year or more. There were aspects that if you listen closely to the last show were pointed out. Very disappointed in their choice of a winner. His smoke stacks billowing smoke could have easily represented the very hot shop where he was competing. artists who make a living working in glass. Works in decorative, functional, figurative or abstract glass reflect the highest level of hot glass expertise. I would also suggest that the show take the time in each episode to educate the public about various facets and aspects of the glass making process. I knew that working on Blown Away would be demanding in unpredictable ways and was curious where that would take me creatively. But it isn’t just about technique it is about how you play the game, competition, the audience, and when your opponent falters. Anyone with an IQ high enough to count to 10 would tell you that Janusz won that competition hands down! Janusz should have won. Talk about greenhouse gasses, I count 10 glory holes running at 2000F, and multiple electric annealing ovens running at nearly 500F for hours and hours along with torches, etc in each episode. Her technical skills were less than par. I was a huge fan of Leah. For the record, the winner is hardly a champion for all women – the work should have to stand on its own without all the babble. I will definitely continue to watch. Furthermore, Pozniak said in a recent interview with Seattle Times his wife urged him to enter the show so that his impressive style of glassblowing could gain more awareness. I believe the judges decided to let them both pass because of the storm that would have broken would have tanked the show. I do agree the dude should be teaching at that school!!! I hope that Blown Away will illuminate the realities and complexities of glassmaking and show its unlimited potential for creative expression to a mass audience.” Deborah Czeresko, “Blown Away can serve as a way to educate more people about the process of glass art on a larger scale. Janusz, with his thoughtful and interior artistry, was the clear winner. I agree — Janusz and Alexander were more interesting artists to me. For artists working with glass, this has the potential to increase the importance of the art we are creating.” Kevin Kiff, “I hope Blown Away introduces the audience to the passion and intensity of a career with hot glass.” Benjamin Kikkert, “I hope Blown Away will bring awareness to the wonderful craft of glass blowing.” Leah Kudel, “I hope the show will open the eyes of people that had no idea, that glass was such a versatile and challenging material to work with. [3], Casting for a second season was announced in November 2019. It needed so much explanation and back story to justify it! Blown Away on Netflix is a glassblowing reality competition show that is highly addictive. I hope it will show that it is being used as an art form and encourage new collectors to buy work and support the makers.” Janusz Poźniak, “My hope for artists working with glass is to show to the public how glass is an incredible sculptural material. Janusz Pozniak: Beyond Blown Away. He even discussed how being on the show caused him so much stress that he had to confide in her constantly: “I was in tears on the phone with my wife because the stresses built up. Fact checking the new Netflix reality series with Canadian glass artists", "Blown Away is like Great British Bake-Off, but with glassblowing", "Where Reality TV and Museums Meet: How Netflix's 'Blown Away' Teamed Up With Corning", "Contestants sought for 2nd season of "Blown Away" on Netflix", "Now casting season 2 of the @netflix original series Blown Away!