Prior to the release of the EOE Eternity Collection, glass-artist Lisa Reiser was asked to create a case that was reminiscent of the wild Swedish North. This resulted in unique glass cases, each hand blown in Kosta Boda.
Reiser is an Alumni of the Beckmans College of Design, and the founder of Studio Reiser, where she produces ceramics along with objects made from glass and metal. The inspiration behind the cases are the organic shapes of water, like the twisted turns of frozen streams. We asked her about the road that led her to create Studio Reiser, and about her greatest lessons and learnings.
What made you start Studio Reiser?
I have always wanted to create my own Studio, as someone that has a lot of grit when I want something it felt like the obvious thing to do - since I was freelancing as an artist and product designer there was no doubt I wanted to create my own Studio.
What is your best advice for someone that would like to follow in your footsteps?
My best advice is to just go for it, to feel what you think seems like fun. Problems will always arise in life and work, but then the best thing you can do is to find a solution as it comes, and not to worry too much before.. I don't think you should overthink it so much, most things work out if you have a strong will and drive.
What is your most valuable lessons?
My most valuable lesson is to not stress or worry too much, and to value yourself. Never work for "cred", you should be payed if you work.
Who are your role models?
My role models are my grandmother Anna-Lisa and her little sister Ingrid. They are both in their 80s, and have the same lifestyle as me. They are always out in the forest, take long roadtrips into "nowhere", go fishing all year and hosts a lot of parties for friends.
What advice would you have given yourself as a child?
My advice to myself as a child is - "Dare to be honest with your emotions and to speak up. Do whatever you want."
Discover Reiser's work via her website.
