Bricklend Ward has an associates degree in Graphic Design as well as extensive continuing educations in fine arts. Her work varies from painting, ceramics, lampworking, jewelery, computer design and culinary arts. She is completely fascinated with colored glass and that has lead to an obsession with lampworking and jewelry. When she makes beads, the ability to see her work come to fruition in such a short time is one of the biggest rewards. She has always loved hands-on art and loves the instant gratification of lampworking. Currently, Bricklend is a stay at home mother to two wonderful boys, but definitely enjoys her art as a creative outlet. She says she can get "lost" for hours on end with different types of glass. She also enjoys making high end, whimsical cakes and has a passion for edible art too.