WHO IS PURPLE DOG LEADLIGHTING & MOSAICS?

The owner and founder of Purple Dog Leadlighting & Mosaics is Debbie Balen.

Debbie first became interested in glass after in enrolling in a local leadlighting course over 20 years ago. To be able to take glass and create beautiful and timeless Leadlights gave a satisfaction that could find no equal, she fell in love with the textures and colours and the impact they can make.

To extend her knowledge of glass art, Debbie started to create mosaic pieces in both glass and tile, in fact no plate was safe in her presence, they were in danger of being smashed to create another piece of art .

 In 2004 Debbie embarked on a three year course to further her knowledge of glass art and design. She now has a certificate 111 in Stained Glass creation, Leadlight Panel Restoration and Warm Glass creation.

As word of mouth recommendations of her work started to increase, Debbie decided it was time to start her own business. Purple Dog Leadlighting & Mosaics was born.

 Debbie has established Mosaic workshops in the Oakleigh area in Melbourne for anyone interested in learning this beautiful ancient art form.