Studio Paran is the creative endeavor of Richard Jones. A 1988 graduate of Rhodes Island School of Design, his hand blown glass is grounded in strong design, skilled craftsmanship, and bold color. The influence of the Asian Art , and Nature is the combined on many of his blown pieces. The elegance of gold foil and simple design makes each blown piece relevant in the contemporary world. Note the small flora pattern scattered down the side of the vase.