
Who Is Your Gaffer
what is a Gaffer ?
A Gaffer is the lead Visionary glassblower artisan that Conceptualize, Designs and Engineers the Glass Masterpiece from beginning to end.
Michelangelo DiDomenico Gibbons
Founder of Internationally Valued and Respected Prestigious Luxury Brand
WYG Glass Art Studio Hawaiʻi
Born in Naples, Italy, into a lineage of artisans, Michelangelo DiDomenico Gibbons brings centuries of creative heritage to the forefront of contemporary glass art. In 2010, he was honored with an Award of Excellence for his groundbreaking glass creations—an early testament to his exceptional skill, visionary techniques, and unwavering commitment to the medium. As the visionary founder of WYG Hawaiʻi, he has since redefined glass through an extraordinary blend of freestyle precision, masterful color layering, and pioneering geometric craftsmanship.
Now based on the island of Oʻahu, Michael draws daily inspiration from Hawaiʻi’s lush landscapes and vibrant community. His ocean-facing studio serves as both sanctuary and laboratory, where collaboration and intuitive experimentation merge. Each work is imbued with his core belief in living with intention—infusing every curve, hue, and chamber with personal narrative, transcendent beauty, and the island’s radiant energy.
With a relentless drive toward innovation, Michelangelo’s pieces stand at the intersection of technical achievement and poetic expression. Celebrated by collectors and curators worldwide as both heirlooms of craftsmanship and catalysts for emotional connection, his creations affirm glass as a pinnacle of fine art and human ingenuity. At WYG Glass Art Studio Hawaiʻi, his legacy unfolds in awe-inspiring works that embody excellence, rarity, and enduring artistry.