Peaceful Warrior: Lalo Hibri’s Award-Winning Glass Sculpture’s Journey to Acclaim

Trusting the Slow Journey: How Peaceful Warrior Emerged into International Acclaim

Standing Out Among 150 International Exhibitors

At the 2025 Glass Art Society Conference in Arlington, artists from 29 countries presented their finest work. When Peaceful Warrior took Second Place, I was honored—not least because it made me the only American medalist in a fiercely competitive field. Seeing viewers lean in for a close-up, snap photos, and linger in contemplation was deeply gratifying.

Reflections on Recognition

As my name echoed through the hall, excitement gave way to quiet affirmation. I thought of every late-night studio session and every technical hurdle—and of the colleagues and community members who believed in this piece long before any accolade. Their support reminds me that the clearest path forward often reveals itself one deliberate step at a time—and that patience, trust, and openness to surprises can yield something truly special.

Local Spotlight: Peaceful Warrior Shines on KENS‑5 at 5
My award-winning piece Peaceful Warrior was recently highlighted on KENS‑5 at 5, with the broadcast spotlighting my Second Place win at the 2025 Glass Art Society Conference—and uniquely noting that I was the only American medalist in a field of 150 international exhibitors. The segment reached across San Antonio, affirming the technical innovation and emotional impact of my work.

Peaceful Warrior is currently on display at Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass, and I’m open to a very limited number of commission inquiries. For studio visits or to learn about its creative evolution over the past seven years, feel free to reach out at lalohibri@gmail.com.

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Peaceful Warrior is now on view at Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass, and I’m accepting a very limited number of commission inquiries. To experience this work in person or learn more about its seven-year journey, please reach out at lalohibri@gmail.com.