Vitrum - Dean Erdmann

We participated in the fabrication of a full-scale glass reconstruction of a Yamaha Warrior ATV using primarily blown glass processes. Dean’s vision was to produce the mechanical components in glass with precision and consistency.

Components were developed from digital renderings and, in some cases, 3D-printed resin models or direct molds taken from the original vehicle. These were translated into silicone molds and wax positives, informing the production of hot-blown mold, cold-blown mold, and torchworked elements.

All parts were cold-worked and assembled into the final structure.

The finished work reflects seven years of experimentation, collaboration, and persistence—an ambitious project led by Dean Erdmann and realized through collective effort.

The link below directs you to the conceptual and literary components of the project, supported by Company Gallery.

Visit Vitrum on view at Company Gallery, New York through April 18, 2026

Collaborators
Michael Haddy, Dan Tesene, Grace Whiteside, Celeste and Chris at Crater Works, Cooper O’Brien, Pam Sabroso, Alex Krueger, Evan Voelbel, Daniel Lolley, Diego B, Foley, Lift Arc Studios, Coyle, Maxwell Runko, Kris Rumman, Ali Feeney, Catarina Cubelo, William Couig, Isaac Tecosky, James Corporan, Malcolm Kriegel, Dan Tesene