Taking the Glass Art World by Storm
By: Jamie Solis
Glass pieces intended for cannabis consumption have not always been accepted by the sophisticated art scene. This avenue of glassblowing wasn’t recognized for its level of skill and precision until recently, as remarkable pieces of art that also serve as intricately stylized dab rigs sell for tens of thousands of dollars.
An ever-expanding love for concentrates is inflating the caliber of glass rigs and bettering dab nails. If you’re anxious to drop some serious cash on your collection, July 10 is the perfect excuse to secure everything from designer pieces to electric nails. Let’s highlight some great artists and accessories to look for this holiday.
Collectible Rigs
To get your hands on a perfect sculpture by one of the best glassblowers, it’s becoming customary to either attend a gallery showing or find a reputable collector. Let’s explore some of the elite whose creativity and knowledge are advancing the image of this zealous craft.
Tubes of glass have a way of transforming into something unfathomable when two distinct artists share a single vision. Chow Glass (@chow_glass) has called both Oregon and Southern California home, and he is quickly gaining a following, especially for his collaborations. He’s known for making ridiculous pieces with the well-known designer hailing from JapanAquarius (@Aquariust). The first collab of this duo is the red tube topped with a grinning devil who seems eager to welcome even the heaviest of dabs. A second work by the pair exudes the same dark ambiance as the first, with a skull topping this handheld rig. A common theme for Aquarius is his bold figures, whether they are skeletons, eyeballs or anything creepy. This multipurpose work is also a wearable pendant—jewelry, dab rig and décor.
Originally from Massachusetts, this fine artist makes skillful pieces that don’t look dabbable at first glance. Joe Peters’ (@joepetersglass) work is recognizable because he has a distinct color palate, and his subjects are usually nature-inspired. You’ll know one of his signaturesan appropriate and appetizing obsession with honey. On torontohemp.com, a sick collaboration piece between Joe Peters and Germ (@germlion) called Honeycomb& Bees Rig is extremely pricey but it is still on the inexpensive side of this fine art. The degree of realism he brings to glassblowing is unfathomable, so it’s going to cost you. It was rumored on instagram that his collab piece with Elbo Glass (@elboglass) was sold for up to $25,000.
Leading glassblower JRed (@jredglass) currently resides in the state of Washington. The functionality of his gorgeous glass sets high standards. Using bold and bright colors, his technical pieces are eye catching, and common themes include owls with hypnotizing eyes, funky ducks, psychedelic octopuses and more. You could say JRed is where cartoon meets creature. Insanely complex circular patterns are also in character to his work, whether they are part of glass animals or one is protruding off a more standard style rig. His use of clean lines and geometric patterns pushes the envelope, making his rigs not only collectible, but valuable as well.
Recyclers
We are fanatic about good looking glass, but there are more important qualities to a great dab rig as companion to its beauty marks. Nobody wants to cough their brains out when taking a dab, because it’s painful and embarrassing. Thankfully, a recycler makes dabs more enjoyable, because they can be strong yet mellow. An ingenious improvement on the single filtering system, a recycler does exactly as its name implies, looping your hit through the water more than once. By increasing the contact between the water and vapor, the hit is cooled significantly. Also, no matter how hard you inhale through this piece, water will not end up in your mouth. Top of the line recyclers can cost you a pretty penny in today’s glass industry. Ski Mask and Hitman created a fantastic double barrel recycler that is only $1,200 at www.highpriorityglass.com.
Dab Accessories are Heating Up For 710
Seize the Blasting Stream of Fire
Igniting a blowtorch indoors has the ability to turn off even the most seasoned of stoners. There is now a safer option for dabbers—electricity! Electric nails have many benefits, but most importantly you get to set the nail at the desired temperature, and it is kept at a consistent level. This means you don’t have to wait between dabs, making it perfect for social settings. Electric nail devices range in price from around $250 and up, and they are well worth the investment. Often compatible with the rigs you already own, you’ll find yourself dabbing more discreetly, conveniently and safely in no time.
Go Domeless
If you haven’t heard about domeless nails by now, then you may be wasting your time with last seasons’tools. A domeless nail allows you the convenience of downsizing to one simple and effective rig, because it eliminates the glass dome that typically encloses vapor around the nail. The new generation of nails allows the operator to inhale vapor through singular or multiple holes in their differing setups. The evolution of nails over the last couple years has led to some that are compatible with various sized rigs. This makes it the absolute companion to all your pieces.
This 710, take our advice and impress your friends by securing an expensive piece of art that will serve as your newest dab rig, and don’t forget all the necessary accessories. It will be a relative expense for a lifetime of beauty and bliss.
Originally Published by Culture Magazine on July 3, 2014: http://ireadculture.com/article-3981-a-new-league-of-dab-gear.html
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