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Making Technicolor Glass Art From Upcycled Junk | INDIE ALASKA

A woman smiles at the camera next to stained glass artwork.
Amy Vail, stained glass artist smiles next to her mosaic bicycle wheel pieces.

Amy Vail grew up in a family of stained glass artists but didn't start working on her craft until after retirement. As a cyclist in Alaska, Vail often has a surplus of bike parts that she now repurposes in her art. Join in on the creativity as she discusses her process and where she finds inspiration.

Video and story by Adam Nicely
Additional Video by Morgan Vail
Music by Universal Production Music

INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.

Originally from the small town of Telephone, Texas; Adam made the big move to Alaska in 2013. With over a decade of broadcast and story-telling experience, he has worked in the newsroom and in operations. Regardless of the job, he remains committed to the same goal, telling the story of Alaska with honesty, integrity, and care.