Kendall Frank’s artistic practice takes inspiration from natural and built environments and is driven by observing, collecting, and cataloging. She moved to Philadelphia from rural Pennsylvania to attend Tyler School of Art and Architecture. Trained in various glass-making techniques, Frank most often practices kiln-forming and flameworking. Utilizing multiple processes allows her to achieve diverse effects in upcycling and transforming glass trash. Frank evokes optimism and inspired action with works concentrating on the impending climate crisis and other cultural and social issues.