Born in Shizuoka, Japan, Minori Takagi brings traditional Japanese glasswork to life with a modern, West Coast twist. Since moving to Vancouver in 2006, she has developed a signature style of “wearable art,” blending ancient lampworking techniques with contemporary design inspired by the city’s natural beauty. Her award-winning jewellery, handcrafted from both soft and borosilicate glass, is known for its elegance, resilience, and radiant light-catching forms.