Exploring texture, light, and transformation through upcycled materials
“Using upcycled glass as my primary medium, I transform waste into powerful abstract compositions. My work blends sustainability with cultural expression, creating pieces that are both visually striking and deeply intentional.”
-J.Loren
Original Works and Limited Editions
90 cm x 75 cm | Oil on Upcycled Glass on Wood
The Third Wheel explores movement, memory, and transformation through reclaimed materials. Constructed from upcycled glass on wood, the piece reimagines fragments of discarded objects into a textured composition inspired by the vibrant tuk tuk culture of coastal Kenya. Through layered color, reflection, and form, the work speaks to resilience, community, and the beauty found in reinvention.
120cm x 90cm| Oil on Upcycled Glass on Wood
Unbroken Spirit II is a bold mixed-media artwork crafted from upcycled glass and reclaimed materials, featuring three mask-like forms that explore identity, resilience, and connection. Each face, rendered in striking contrasting tones, reflects the beauty of fragmentation and renewal.
Inspired by African mask traditions, the piece symbolizes the interconnected nature of past, present, and future—individual and collective spirit. Rich in texture and depth, it interacts with light to reveal shifting details, making it a powerful statement piece for any contemporary space.
One-of-a-kind original.
130cm x 80cm| Oil on Upcycled Glass on Wood
This striking mixed-media artwork transforms discarded materials into a powerful symbol of strength, identity, and renewal. Composed primarily of upcycled glass and found objects, the piece forms a bold, mask-like visage that commands attention with its layered textures and intricate detailing.
Rich tones of deep violet, amber, and metallic accents interplay across the surface, catching light in dynamic ways that shift with the viewer’s perspective. Each fragment—carefully arranged yet intentionally raw—tells a story of breakage and reconstruction, evoking themes of resilience and transformation. The mask form draws inspiration from traditional African symbolism, representing protection, spirit, and cultural continuity, while the industrial materials introduce a contemporary, global dialogue.
Mounted on a circular wooden base, this piece functions as both wall art and sculptural installation, making it a versatile statement for modern interiors, galleries, or curated collections.
Studio & Story
J. Loren is an abstract artist working with upcycled glass on wood, transforming discarded materials into textured, light-responsive compositions. Rooted in themes of resilience, renewal, and cultural identity, her work explores the tension between fragility and strength.
Drawing inspiration from African mask forms and symbolic storytelling, each piece is built through a layered process where broken glass is reassembled into cohesive, expressive surfaces. Light becomes an active element—shifting across textures and revealing new dimensions with every angle.
Through her practice, J. Loren redefines what is considered discarded, creating work that speaks to transformation, memory, and the enduring spirit within materials and culture.
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