Miles Parker is a self-taught glass artist from Ithaca, New York. He has been experimenting with glass in a variety of ways since 1997. Some of the techniques he has experimented with include fusing and slumping in the kiln, stained glass, both leaded and copper foil, as well as some furnace work. The majority of his experimentation has been in flameworking, most recently with encasing various objects, such as herkimer diamonds, volcanic pebbles, and a variety of elemental materials within borosilicate marbles. His current goal is to explore the possibilities within the sculptural neon/plasma realm. He is passionate about sharing his love for glass with people of all ages.