But fate lent a hand and she arrived on the other side of the studio glass as a presenter.
It is rare in modern studio glass to find an outpouring so passionately felt and flamboyantly expressed.
Much of the exhibit will focus on studio glass, a process pioneered by North Carolina artists decades ago.
The group trying to build this showcase for studio glass has found firm commitments for just half of the $11 million needed.
Inside are numerous collections, of ceramics, studio glass, books and sailors' shell paintings.
Recently, Langford has focused on making studio glass, creating sculptures for private collectors and art museums.
That also coincided with what he described as "the flowering of studio glass."
This workshop would lead to a new movement in American studio glass.
Her gaze kept wandering to the three pieces of studio glass.
He followed slowly, glancing at the various'pieces of studio glass on display.