Glass Cathedrals

Since 2004 artist Lisa Swerling has made thousands of tiny worlds in boxes called Glass Cathedrals. Inspired by the power of the miniature to communicate big ideas and feelings, they express her thoughts about what it is to be a small person traveling around a big planet. Some designs are open edition and available to buy in the online shop, others are unique custom portraits made in consultation with people who want to capture their own precious memories and relationships.

“Glass Cathedrals are reminders of wonder, courage and the importance of joyful play that sometimes gets buried under life’s day to day debris.” Vicky W, 2024

Click the videos to get a taste of Glass Cathedrals in action!