Dylan Martinez, born in 1985, holds an MFA from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana(2017). World renowned for his innovation in glass art, Dylan has received numerous accolades,including innovation awards and the honor of having his artwork featured in museums. Hisartistic footprint extends across the U.S. and abroad, with exhibitions and solo shows inprominent cities such as NYC, London, Chicago, Taipei, Shanghai, Paris, and Antwerp.A hyper-realistic glass sculptor, Dylan's playful creations deceive the eye with their lifelikeappearance. Whether mimicking water balloons or plastic bags filled with water housing agoldfish cracker, each piece is meticulously designed and crafted using traditional glass-makingtechniques in an innovative and masterful manner.Dylan's artistic journey includes a residency in Murano, Italy, a testament to his commitment topushing the boundaries of his craft. His work has been featured in prestigious publications likeAmerican Craft magazine, Colossal, Raine Magazine, Elle Decoration, and Interior Design.Notable collections that house John's art include the Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg, FL, andthe Museum of Words in Ankara, Turkey, alongside private collections internationally. Theartist’s studio is based in Bingen, WA.