Martina Josífek - Glass Art
Martina Josífek Zelinková is a renowned glass artist from the Jizera Mountains who masterfully combines traditional craftsmanship with a deeply personal story in her work. As a trained glass cutter with experience from the oldest Czech glassworks in Harrachov, she specializes in the original production of glass mosaics, micro-mosaic jewelry, and classic stained glass, which reflect her respect for the material and detail.
The philosophy behind her work stems from her fascination with history and precious stones, and she has deepened her expertise in mosaics by studying in Udine and Milan, Italy. She likes to incorporate semi-precious stones, glass beads, and recycled porcelain into her works, creating original artifacts with an unmistakable signature style. An important part of her work is also the promotion of local heritage, which she demonstrates through her active participation in the sensitive restoration of the decoration of sacred monuments in the countryside.
In her studio in Tanvald, visitors can experience the magical play of light passing through the colorful surfaces of Tiffany lamps and fused glass. The artist regularly organizes educational and creative courses here, which allow those interested to glimpse the secrets of old Italian techniques and traditional lead glass and, under expert guidance, take away not only a hand-made object, but also a piece of peace and inspiration from the heart of the glassmaking region.
