Crafts CouncilDirectoryHart GlassOrchis ExoticaAboutThe Orchis Exotica sculptures are a union between 3D virtual sculpting, CAD and traditional glass making techniques; beginning life as virtual models the individual petals and the supporting ‘cradle’ are 3D printed in durable resin. Bicoloured neon centres, represent the flower’s reproductive organs and are themselves representative of a rare skill. Electrodes, wires and transformers are concealed internally, whilst ensuring the safe running, maintenance and longevity of the light source. Hart GlassSudbury, EnglandCattleya Exotica - (striking pink), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cattleya orchid with illuminated neon centre.Phalaenopsis Exotica (Appaloosa), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed Phalaenopsis orchid with illuminated neon centreCattleya Exotica - (Amethyst), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cattleya orchid with illuminated neon centreCymbidium Exotica - (Black Knight), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cymbidium orchid with illuminated neon centreCymbidium Exotica - (Pink), Ester SegarraFusd and kiln formed glass Cymbidium orchid with illuminated neon centrePhalaenopsis Exotica - (Violet), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cattleya orchid with illuminated neon centreOrchis ExoticaAboutThe Orchis Exotica sculptures are a union between 3D virtual sculpting, CAD and traditional glass making techniques; beginning life as virtual models the individual petals and the supporting ‘cradle’ are 3D printed in durable resin. Bicoloured neon centres, represent the flower’s reproductive organs and are themselves representative of a rare skill. Electrodes, wires and transformers are concealed internally, whilst ensuring the safe running, maintenance and longevity of the light source. Hart GlassSudbury, EnglandCattleya Exotica - (striking pink), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cattleya orchid with illuminated neon centre.Cymbidium Exotica - (Black Knight), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cymbidium orchid with illuminated neon centrePhalaenopsis Exotica (Appaloosa), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed Phalaenopsis orchid with illuminated neon centreCymbidium Exotica - (Pink), Ester SegarraFusd and kiln formed glass Cymbidium orchid with illuminated neon centreCattleya Exotica - (Amethyst), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cattleya orchid with illuminated neon centrePhalaenopsis Exotica - (Violet), Ester SegarraFused and kiln formed glass Cattleya orchid with illuminated neon centre