J. Blas The artistry of J. Blas has been featured in Family magazine and Kentucky Monthly. "Every piece crafted at my workshop goes hand in hand with originality, design and quality." "Hello. My name is J. Blas. From the time I was small I have enjoyed arts and crafts. I loved to dig and prepare clay to make my own pieces and from that time on I began to experiment with ceramics. When I was 17, I started my own ceramic workshop because I hate to ask anyone for work – I feel shy and ashamed. Due to my lack of experience, I had to shut it down and went to work in other studios as well as in a ceramics museum, where I learned everything – from how to look for clay to crafting techniques. "Over time, I learned more and more and became aware of the critical stages that clay has, and where it is good to depend on other people to work it perfectly. And so I changed directions and began to work in wrought iron and blown glass. When things began to get better, I started to experiment with sheets of iron of different weights to give my works more movement. "Currently I again have my own workshop where we craft a variety of products, mostly decorative. We cut the metal sheets and hammer them into shape. Then we weld them and add the details. For a clean appearance, we submerge them in an acid bath to remove grease and carbon. After that, they are treated to retard rust before we paint them with a special, lead-free paint. "We are the first workshop in the area to utilize a fine blowtorch as a work tool and to give more originality to our products. Every piece created at my workshop goes hand in hand with originality, design and quality. We are always developing new designs and products."

	Customer Reviews
		I just received my Kokopelli sculpture, and was absolutely thrilled with the work of Senor Blas!! I'm so pleased with the quality of the piece, not to mention the packaging...such a personal touch! I'm looking forward to more of his work, and totally enjoying the Novica experience....thank you SO much!! - Lynne Palazzo,, East Granby, CT USA Today I received my butterfly wall "scounce". It is as beautiful as the picture. I can hardly wait to hang it and add the special plant that has been waiting. Thank you so much! - Cheri C, Kansas City, Ks. Bored of just hanging pictures on my wall I looked for some art to hang. Instead I found an artist! Sr. Blas is very talented and I am happy to have discoverd his work. I highly recommend him everyone. - Shannon S, Milwaukee, WI Dear Mr. Blas, The Jolly Giraffes have all arrived and we are very pleased. We are planning on filling them with greens and flowers. They will be unique centerpieces at a rehearsal dinner we are hosting. They will then be special keepsake gifts for the bride's parents, the bride and groom, and for my husband and me. Thank you so much, Nadine - Nadine D The peaceful sunny welcome arrived today and I was absoulutely delighted! It is very lovely and looks perfect hangin on the front of my home. Gracias! - John K, New Jersey I live in South Fl and the Peaceful Sunny Welcome by J. Blas is perfect for my house.I think you should support the small artist when possible and the price was very reasonable.Thank you. - Billie E, port st lucie fl I absolutely love the Placid Reflections of the Sun. It is wonderfully crafted and designed. I have returned to purchase more from J. Blas. Thank you for the careful and prompt shipping. Novica is an excellent place to shop. - Adam S I ordered J. Blas' "horse coat rack," and am highly pleased with it. The craftsmanship shows real technical skill, a wonderful eye for realistic likeness, and an ability to take something useful and make it unique and artistic. I thoroughly enjoyed receiving my package. Not only was the coat rack beautiful, but it was also beautifully packaged. Thank you for taking such care with the treasures offered on your website, and please encourage J. Blas to keep up the great work! - A. Guenther, Washington, USA The Iron key holder "Aztec Dreams" is so beautiful and enchanting. Keep up the good work! - Kitin, The metal lizard sculpture arrived promptly and it is just perfect! Exactly as was presented on the website, and it came with a nice note from the artist which personalizes it for me. Thanks so much. - Ellen A, Charleston, SC, USA I've just received the Cat Smiles Welcome sign. The piece is delightfully whimsical and of excellent quality. It arrived promptly, carefully wrapped, and included a thoughtful card. Please convey my appreciation to J. Blas and let him know how very much I enjoy his work. Muchas gracias Senor Blas! - Ingrid F., California Gracias Sr. Blas... Muy bonita "Welcome" sign. It will look wonderful on our entry gate. Adios mi amigo... Ramon - Raymond D, Biltmore Forest, NC USA I have both placid reflections of the sun as well as kokopelli both in the large size. They are very well done, artistic and attractive. My four-year-old granddaughter noticed them both right away. So well packaged you almost don't want to open them. thank you for such lovely design pieces. Sara Garcia - SARA GARCIA, Oregon, USA I just received my J. Blas piece, "Kokopelli Peace", and it is exquisite! It is a unique wall sculpture that truly stands out... especially the way it "shadows" against the wall. If you are looking for a contemporary accent ornament for a staple wall in your home, consider this purchase! Thank you Senor Blas for your talent! - Lisa C., Franklin Park, PA I purchased a Cat Smiles welcome sign for my sister--she loved it and displays it outside by her front door. - Beverly