Light Studies
Est. 2026 · Arlington, TX

Small living works.

Each piece is a plant matched to its vessel. Some vessels are reclaimed and one-of-a-kind. Others are printed by hand to fit the work. No two are alike. All vessels prioritize the health and functionality of the plant and will include drain holes and a saucer if necessary. Vessels are printed in PLA or PETG, chosen per piece for the right durability and finish. Both are non-toxic and safe for plant contact. Reclaimed vessels are sourced individually and cleaned before use.

Made to order in Arlington, Texas, by Rafe — under the studio What the Light Showed Me.

How it works
The Process
i.
Reclaimed-vessel pieces are ready in 2–3 days. Custom-printed pieces in 5–7. Each is built individually.
ii.
Plant selection is at the artist's discretion unless requested otherwise. You're buying a finished work, not picking from a menu.
iii.
Pickup only. Arlington (home, by appointment) or Dallas (office, Mon–Wed). No shipping at this time.

The first two studies.

No. 01

The Pair

Sold as a set · Limited run
$40

Two figures, leaning in, each holding a succulent. A piece about being held up by someone who's also being held up.

Sold only as a pair — they belong together.

Succulent varieties at the artist's discretion. Each set is built to order.

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The Pair — two figures holding succulents
No. 02

The Cradle

One-off colorway
$25

A single figure cradling a glass propagation vessel. Quiet, sculptural, made to sit on a shelf where one thing matters.

Each is a one-off colorway unless otherwise specified.

Propagation cutting at the artist's discretion. Pothos shown.

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The Cradle — figure holding propagation vessel

To commission a piece.

Tell me which study you'd like, where you'd prefer to pick up, and anything else worth knowing. I'll confirm and send an invoice within a day.

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Light Studies · Arlington, TX