Designer of the Day: Cedric Mitchell DESIGNER OF THE DAY Designer of the Day: Cedric Mitchell Cedric Mitchell’s first art form may have been hip-hop, but the Tulsa local truly hit his stride when he discovered glassblowing and relocated to Los Angeles to establish his studio. He now explores glass as an inspired medium for personal expression, creating marvelous glass objects that combine electric hues and simple forms inspired by Memphis Milano, graffiti art, and ‘90s-era pop culture to dazzling effect. BY RYAN WADDOUPSJune 21, 2023  

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Cedric Mitchell for Heath Ceramics The cocktail mixer and tumblers are available now in emerald and amber colors. Photo: Lisa Ferkel courtesy of Heath Ceramics Heath Ceramics continues to embrace an experimental and highly collaborative spirit in media beyond clay. The Bay Area brand tapped Oklahoma-raised and Los Angeles–based glassblower Cedric Mitchell for a new collection that comprises a series of elegant bottles and vases with restrained Memphis vibes, plus jewel-toned cocktail stirring glasses and tumblers that are the perfect excuse to host a warm-weather gathering. Mitchell is also an accomplished glassblowing instructor and a team member of nonprofit organization Crafting the Future,...

AIR MAX PRE-DAY Air Style by Ade AIR MAX PRE-DAY How do you elevate the look of an artist like Cedric Mitchell? With the Air Max Pre-Day, of course. Its retro style and bright colors channel the glassblower's own vibrant, ’80s-inspired art. "I would describe my style as based around work wear—like a lot of muted things and pops of color."  

Cedric Mitchell final presenter in Alfred University School of Art and Design Black Glass Artist Series Cedric Mitchell, the last of three artists visiting Alfred University as part of the School of Art and Design’s Black Glass Artist Series, will be on campus the week of Feb. 21. ALFRED, NY— Cedric Mitchell, the last of three artists visiting Alfred University as part of the School of Art and Design’s Black Glass Artist Series, will be on campus the week of Feb. 21.Mitchell, a Los Angeles-based glass artist inspired by an eccentric mix of graffiti art, pop culture, mid-century modern and...