Thinking Through Working
“But occasionally, from out of this matter…” (Self Portrait with Frangipani), 2018. Blown & Hot-sculpted Glass, Gold, 14” x 5” x 8.” Photo by Jamie Hahn.
We will focus on what makes glass such a unique artistic material. Improving on the fundamentals of glassblowing—gathering, turning, heating, bubble-prep, teamwork, etc.—can free your creative voice. Bring a list of what interests you (not just what you want to make) and we will workshop how to creatively experiment in the hotshop to express and evolve these ideas. Techniques covered will include traditional glassblowing, color applications, torch-working, hot-sculpting, and assemblage, as methods to bring your vision to life. Glassblowing experience required.
Davin K. Ebanks (he/him) is a Caribbean-American sculptor whose work explores his cultural history. He has had residencies at Chrysler Museum and Tacoma Museum of Glass, and juried New Glass Review. Ebanks has shown his work at SOFA Chicago, CONTEXT Miami, and The Sculpture Center, OH. His sculptures are in the collections of His Royal Highness, King Charles, and the National Gallery of Cayman. Ebanks's work is published in A-Z of Caribbean Art. He is Associate Professor (Head) of Glass at Kent State University.