Jason began his career as a flameworker by taking an apprenticeship in 1998. His art has continued to develop distinguishably over the past six years by his precise use of color patterns as well as a combination of unique and traditional forms. His innate desire to achieve perfection is visible in each piece he creates.

Throughout the past two years Ryner has been exploring the evolution of color and the various ways it can be applied. The rapid growth in the development of colored borosilicate glass has made available new colors that can be mixed and blended to achieve a look unseen in the flameworking industry. Borosilicate glass is highly affected by the gas/oxygen ratio of the flame, therefore a mastery of skills is necessary in order to work the colored glass effectively.

Currently, Jason is utilizing his skill as well as the new colors in creating goblets. Along with hints of color he uses clear glass, with the intent on capturing light and illuminating the color. In making goblets and vessels, Ryner’s acute attention to detail and focus on symmetry exemplify his evolutionary designs. Although Ryner’s work showcases a variety of ornamental pieces, he feels that creating goblets and vessels remains his true passion.
“Making goblets and vessels allows me to use a variety of techniques but most importantly I’m able to take a traditional form and make it my own.”

Through several years of trial and error in perfecting the technique of flameworking Jason feels his work is ready to be made available to the public. His one of a kind vessels, marbles, and goblets are highly recognized in his hometown of Lancaster, Pennsylvania where his first pieces were released in a local gallery in 2003. Ryner has art in numerous private collections and he has been featured in newspapers and television programs. Jason and his wife Keysha, also a flameworker currently reside in Lancaster with their two daughters Averi and McKenzi.