Beau Anderson, born in Bellingham, WA was introduced to the torch by his mother SAGE at the young age of seven. Although he has diverse interests, Beau's focus within glass art has explored beadmaking and its history, as well as integrative multi-media projects. He has demonstrated and instructed the art of glass beadmaking throughout the Americas, both at a grassroots level and at such prestigious institutions as Corning Museum of Glass, Pittsburgh Glass Center and Pilchuck Glass School. Beau's collaborative work with family members and fellow beadmakers Sage and Tom Holland has consistently been a mutual source of influence and inspiration for the artists' designs and instruction methods. Students who attended bead retreats with Beau, Sage and Tom at the Meadowcreek wildlife refuge and conference center describe their experience as unforgettable.

Beau's passion for travel, new experiences, and his love of the natural world are reflected in his art and instruction style. An advocate for conservation and sustainability, Beau strives for optimal efficiency and a positive impact in his production methods and instruction techniques. Students recognize Beau for his versatility, precision, charisma, and dedication to his art and the progress of his students. Beau's flair for elaborate detail, virtually flawless execution and wide range of themes make his beads creations that collectors will treasure forever.

I was born on the edge of Lake Samish in Bellingham WA. My father Tom Anderson is a wood worker who runs his own business called CreativeOpenings.com, specializing in custom doors. My mother Sage started making glass beads when I was 7 and was brave enough to let me try. I am 28 now and have been working with glass in the flame for 21 years. I still make beads nearly every day and enjoy teaching this fascinating ancient art form.

Corning Museum of Glass