Selena Glass & Metal in Burnsville is a studio borne out of the connection between two artists. Deana Blanchard started her studio in 1978, and Chuck Young joined her in 1984. While the two initially bonded over art, their work and their lives soon blended together. The two had an amazing 40 years together making art and life. Deana passed away on October 29, 2024, leaving a big hole in Chuck’s heart and their artistic community.
Today, Chuck carries on an endeavor that’s been ongoing since 1984 with an artistic practice they viewed as “Four Hands, One Voice.” While two hands are no longer working on their pieces, the “One Voice” is still the focus.
Visitors to Selena Glass & Metal can view a working studio that is spacious enough to allow creation and display of creations. The two built their studio soon after they moved to Western North Carolina in 1994. Selena Glass & Metal sits on a ridge surrounded by a forest and a creek. The work of Selena decorates the property and fills the studio.
Much of the work is for sale, and Chuck is more than happy to discuss commission work. Selena also offers group classes teaching participants to make sand-blasted goblets, fashion perky sun catchers, or a forged steel hook.
Hours: 10 am-6 pm. Please call ahead.
