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DriftLand jewelry
The glass ocean from the Atlantic coast
My name is Lada Tazetdinova. I am a maritime glass artist, creating my glass oceans on the shores of the Atlantic in Aveiro, Portugal.
My work captures the eternal romance between glass and the sea.
I founded DriftLand in 2016 to turn my deep passion for the ocean and travel into wearable art. Since 2017, I have been developing my own flame-working technique to bring the realistic, untamed motion of a wave to life. This intricate process is rooted in the traditional lampworking secrets of Murano masters.
The Soul of the Ocean
Through constant refinement of my technique, my glass waves now mimic the unique waters of different oceans around the world. They possess a stunning depth of color and realistic foam, making the glass truly look like the living sea.
I strive to replicate a living wave in motion—the feeling of resilient water crashing overboard, its ever-changing texture, the sunbeams glittering in the depths, and the tumult of foam on the crest.
These miniature waves are designed to let you carry your own piece of the ocean close to your heart, to hear its pulse, and to keep the dream alive.
Exhibitions & Featured Collections
The Wave & Silver Collection: Glass waves with sterling silver inserts are the crown jewels of my collection, available in various colors, sizes, and shapes. This collection was featured in 2022 as part of the Artistar Jewels project during Milan Jewelry Art Week.
Breathe the Sea: It’s so easy to get lost in the depths of the ocean. Exhale, and the bubbles will show you the way. Breathe to live. To be yourself. To keep feeling. This collection was selected for the cover of the «Transparent Breath» exhibition at The Venice Glass Week in 2022.
See full collectionSilence of the Wind: The «Silence of the Wind» collection explores the fragility of a fleeting moment of happiness and the importance of cherishing it. These pieces became part of The Venice Glass Week (exhibition «The Transparent Breath») in 2023
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International Glass Biennale: My glass waves also participated in the Bulgarian International Glass Biennale in 2023 and are now part of this wonderful event’s permanent collection.
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Wine & Waves Collection: Blending the fluid beauty of molten glass with the rich heritage of Portuguese winemaking, this collection captures the deep, velvety tones of fine wine inside elegant sea waves. In 2025, these pieces were showcased at the Vision Art Expo (Lisbon and Braga), exhibited at the City Art Gallery in Lisbon, and featured at the international glass festival Flame-off France 2025.
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Portuguese Soul Collection (New!): Inspired by the vibrant maritime culture of Portugal, this collection features unique glass pieces shaped as traditional sardines and majestic whales, celebrating the country’s eternal bond with the Atlantic
See full collectionHow I craft it
I find endless inspiration in the ever-changing patterns of the ocean, the raw movement of the waves, and the shifting play of light through water.
I melt and shape glass in the open flame of a torch to capture the deep emotional connection that people share with the sea.
Using a curated selection of premium American, Italian, and German glass, each piece is annealed in a digitally controlled kiln to ensure exceptional strength and durability. Every item of jewelry is individually inspected and securely packaged for worldwide shipping.
