There is something about glass and clay that is so compelling. Maybe because they are both organic, and can be so beautiful.
This week we will look at the work of our clay/glass artists, George Bochnig, Bob Gilchrist, Lisa Firth, Karen Murphy, and Darleen Bosman.
George Bochnig is a superb glass blower. His pieces are delicate, and shimmer with color.
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| lotion bottles by George Bochnig |
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| glass bowl by George Bochnig |
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| intricate, gilded glass vases by George Bochnig |
Bob Gilchrist is an accomplished potter. He continues to experiment with clay and has created some large imaginative pieces. Even his mugs have a special flair.
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| large mug by Bob Gilchrist |
Lisa Firth creates intricate leaded glass works, delicate fused glass jewelry, and images from sand blasted glass.
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| fused glass earrings by Lisa Firth |
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| beautiful leaded glass lamp by Lisa Firth |
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| "Michigan" in sand blasted glass |
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leaded glass and crystal sun catcher by Lisa Firth |
Karen Murphy has brought us sun catchers strung with mirrors and colored glass.
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| Suncatcher by Karen Murphy |
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| another sun catcher with a large shell dangle by Karen Murphy |
Darlene Bosman works in both glass and clay, with striking results.
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| beautifully glazed large platter by Darleen Bosman |
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| Michigan clay dangle by Darleen Bosman |
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| colorful glass mosaic by Darleen Bosman |
Glass and clay, compelling and beautiful. Come see them for yourself at The Gift Shop.
Showing now at Anton Art Center:
"Survivor Art Quilts & Photography Exhibit" August 17- October 10.
An exhibit featuring a collection of collaborative art quilts and youth photography and writing pairings shared by survivors of domestic and sexual assault. Presented by Turning Point of Macomb County.
