John Geci is a glassblower based near Penland School of Craft in Western North Carolina. Originally from Litchfield, Connecticut, Geci first realized his interest in glass while studying philosophy at Hartwick College in upstate New York. After graduating in 1994, he traveled to Penland to hone his skills in his newfound craft. As a student and a studio assistant to local glassblowers, Geci learned a diverse array of techniques and approaches to the material. In 2001, he had the opportunity to develop his own line of glassware when he was awarded the first-ever glass residency at the EnergyXchange, an innovative small business incubator emphasizing sustainability. Since then, he has produced his vibrant and distinctive glass vessels as J. Geci Glass.
In 2007, he completed work on his own glass shop. His studio sits atop a hill above his wife, Courtney Martin’s pottery, their gardens, and the house they share with their daughter Grae, and their son Cody and two dogs. Geci is an active member of the glass community of Western North Carolina. His work can be found in galleries across the country.
Geci / Martin Studios aims to be an anti-racist business. We are a work in progress and we commit to this ongoing work.
jgeciglass@gmail.com
(828) 467-4956
My studio is located about an hour from Asheville, near Penland School of Craft.
We welcome visitors to the studio by appointment.
Please check out my wife Courtney Martin’s work HERE.
Visit Us
3224 Snow Creek Rd
Bakersville, NC 28705
Hours
Open Daily, call for an appointment.
Phone
(828) 467-4956