Dreya Bennett was born in Africa and lived in Lagos until her 9th birthday when her family moved back to the UK and Cornwall.  Moving to Cornwall at such a key age shaped her passions and future in so many ways.  Having always been in swimming pools and the sea in Africa the love of water intensified on the beautiful beaches and in the crashing surf off the Cornish Coastline.

She discovered Glass by accident whilst studying at Falmouth Art College, then carrying on specialising in Architectural Stained Glass at Swansea. Though not actively working with glass during her kitesurfing career, the fascination never left.  Now retired from competition glass is back as the focus of her passion.

 “Its colour, its reflections and translucent quality instantly captured my heart. To me it has a similar quality to water.  It is enigmatic; you can look at it, or through it.  It is there and not there and can create a potent visual effect, either opulent or subtle.  I love the challenge of designing for different buildings, interiors and people, whether a large architectural piece or an intensely personal small piece.“

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