Artist Profile: Don Parksinon

Bourne’s Don Parkinson is a glassblower, photographer and programmer whose art has been featured locally, regionally and nationally.

A self-taught glassblower, his interest in the craft began through observation and experimentation, leading to an apprenticeship at Pairpoint Glass in Sagamore. There, he worked under master glassworkers Robbie Mason and David McDermott.

Following a four-year stint at Pairpoint, Don moved to Key Largo in search of new adventures, working under the Florida sun as a kayak guide. Don eventually returned to the Cape where he rekindled his passion for shaping glass thanks to the Sandwich Glass Museum’s newly built glass studio. Don became the nonprofit’s first glassblower, leading demonstrations for museum visitors.

Don worked at the Sandwich Glass Museum for several years, but then his creative interests drew him into photography and computing. He became an award winning photo-journalist and web developer for the Enterprise.

In 2015, Don left the Enterprise so he could concentrate on glassblowing; his current focus is creating pieces that provide a personal connection between the artist and his customers.

Don also offers glass repair services. If you are looking for the services of an expert glass repairman, you can contact Don by emailing him at capephotos@gmail.com.

Created by Don Parkinson