Jessica Theobald
Swansea, UK
Email: jessicatheobaldglass@outlook.com
Instagram: bald.zy
Education
2023-2026
BA (Hons) Design Crafts
University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Swansea
Glass artist specialising in lampworking and mixed media, with a First Class BA (Hons) in Design Crafts. Experienced across glass, ceramics, metal and jewellery, with strong practical skills and a broad understanding of material processes and fabrication.
2021-2023
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art)
University for the Creative Arts, Farnham
Explored a wide range of disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed media, building a strong foundation in creative thinking and visual communication.
Exhibitions & Projects
2026
FORGE, London
Exhibited Bound, a wearable glass sculpture originally developed as part of Reverie, in the Great Expectations graduate show at Forge Gallery.
2026
Llantarnam grange, Cwmbran
Exhibited Bound in PORTAL at Llantarnam Grange, presenting the wearable glass sculpture as part of the exhibition.
2026
New Designers
Business Design Centre, London
Exhibited Bound, a wearable glass sculpture originally developed as part of Reverie, presenting the work to industry professionals and the public.
2026
Reverie
Alex Design Exchange, Swansea (UWTSD Degree Show)
Exhibited Bound, a series of wearable glass sculptures investigating containment and breath through industrial materials, exploring their connection to the body.
2026
Swansea Museum Collaboration
Swansea
Developed body of work in response to museum collections, investigating containment and control through forms inspired by medieval contraptions.
International Exchange Exhibition
Wuhan University Of Technology (WUT), China
2025
London Design Show- Anglepoise 90th Anniversary
London, Space House
Selected to exhibit a commissioned lampshade designs as part of a collaborative project with Anglepoise.
2024
Albert Hall Digital Showcase
Swansea
Group exhibition responding to the Albert Hall and a collection of donated grand pianos, presenting digital documentation of work.
2026
Displayed work as part of a student showcase during an international study visit.
Experience
2026
Lampworking Workshop Assistant
Swansea
Assisted in teaching college students how to use lampworking equipment, supporting them in designing and making glass pendants.
Awards & Achievements
2026
ACJ College Jewellery Prize Winner
Awarded the Association for Contemporary Jewellery College Jewellery Prize in recognition of innovation and excellence in jewellery and object making.
Sales & Commercial Experience
2025
independent Craft Stall
Dynevor Campus, Swansea
Designed, produced and sold a collection of small beaded jewellery, gaining experience in pricing, presentation and direct customer interaction.
2025
Retail Display and Sales
Milland Community Shop
Selected pieces from a jewellery collection displayed and sold within a local shop setting.
Additional Infomation
Based in Swansea, UK
Open to internships, studio opportunities and collaborative projects to further develop professional practice.