Magic on Glass is a visually engaging and practical exploration of contemporary glass painting techniques by Danish artist Birthe Hattel. Combining artistic inspiration with instructional insight, the book demonstrates how traditional glass decoration can be reinterpreted through modern design approaches.
 
Published in Australia by Kangaroo Press, the work reflects a late-20th-century revival of decorative arts, where craft and fine art intersect—making it appealing to both artists and collectors of design-focused publications.
 
The book contains:
 
Step-by-step guidance on glass painting techniques
Strong emphasis on colour, transparency, and surface effects
Photographic examples of finished glassware (bowls, pitchers, decorative pieces)
Blend of Scandinavian design influence with practical instruction
Clean, studio-style photography highlighting texture and light
 
Birthe Hattel brings a distinctly Nordic aesthetic—minimal yet expressive—into the decorative glass tradition. The book aligns with broader movements in late 20th-century craft, where functional objects were elevated into artistic statements.