This is my first-ever attempt at an abstract fish pendant, made during the very early stages of my sculptural glasswork.
The piece has a flowing, almost underwater feel with clear glass, soft blue tones, textured details, and organic raised elements throughout the body. Instead of going for a realistic fish, I was experimenting with shape, movement, fins, bubbles, and texture to see how far I could push the form.
Because this is such early work, the piece is full of quirks and experimentation—but that is exactly what makes it special. It captures the point where I was starting to move beyond simple pendants and into more sculptural character-based glass.
Daniel "Kraz" Krasnopolsky is a New York glass artist and instructor at Long Island Glass. Known for his creative sculptures, colorful pendants, and engaging teaching style. Enjoying making memorable creations from molten glass, truly a passion from within.