Join Duncan McClellan Gallery with glass artists Kerrick Johnson and Jon Goldberg for the opening of their special exhibit “A Cut Above”.
This exhibit will open Saturday, November 8, at 5:30-9:30pm, and includes a free glassblowing demonstration with Johnson and Goldberg, assisted by the glassblowers of the St. Petersburg Hot Glass Workshop. Refreshments will be available.
On Sunday, November 9 at noon, watch Johnson and Goldberg create another hot glass masterpiece in the Gallery’s 2400 square foot “Hot Shop”, and join them at the Museum of Fine Arts for an intimate brunch at 1:30pm. These events precede a 3pm lecture at the Museum, part of their “Hot Gatherings, Cool Conversations” lecture series. (The demo is free and open to the public. For the brunch and lecture, contact the Museum of Fine Arts at 727-896-2667 for reservations and further information.)
An artist working in vivid color and texture, Kerrick Johnson is a color blind artist who has built his Chattanooga Tennessee studio and equipment from “scratch”. He finds inspiration in the vivid color combinations often found in nature, but the most important aspect of his work is not the color, but the lines created through the form and optics created by his carving.
Johnson received his Bachelor of Fine Arts (Glass), Minor in Art History, through the Appalachian Center for Craft. He has filled numerous faculty positions at the Pilchuck School in Stanwood, WA., including Cold Shop Coordinator, Lead Cold Worker for Pilchuck Center Pieces, Pilchuck Auction Gala and Lead Cold Worker for Bruce Mau.
“I love it because with each piece I learn. I’m still learning glass and what it can do,” states Kerrick after sixteen years in glass.
Jon Goldberg finds inspiration in the semi-random compositions seen in nature. Ripples on a lake, grain in a piece of wood, striations in marble and tangled vines are all inspirations both in pattern and color.
Contemporary, minimalist design is another influence, seemingly in conflict with the naturalistic ideas. There is something profound in the contrast and tension that is created within a very simple form containing multi-layered, infinitely detailed coloration.
“Glass is a unique material, able to reflect and refract light. I exaggerate these properties of glass, using thick walled forms having a curvature and incorporating colored elements at specific depths within the clear material to maximize the optical effects. Shadows and reflections between layers and interior walls are planned, though surprise results are frequent and welcome.
Despite its fragility, it has the potential to endure and be passed on to future generations. I get great satisfaction that this glass will survive and be appreciated, as we continue to appreciate glass made several thousand years ago. ”
Did you know that DM Gallery has event space for your next celebration, whether or not it’s related to Art! Our inviting and attractive space allows for you to entertain a sizeable group for hours on end. Enjoy all that the gallery has to offer and make the party your own. Host in style, and DM Gallery.
Join Duncan McClellan Gallery with glass artists Kerrick Johnson and Jon Goldberg for the opening of their special exhibit “A Cut Above”.
This exhibit will open Saturday, November 8, at 5:30-9:30pm, and includes a free glassblowing demonstration with Johnson and Goldberg, assisted by the glassblowers of the St. Petersburg Hot Glass Workshop. Refreshments will be available.
On Sunday, November 9 at noon, watch Johnson and Goldberg create another hot glass masterpiece in the Gallery’s 2400 square foot “Hot Shop”, and join them at the Museum of Fine Arts for an intimate brunch at 1:30pm. These events precede a 3pm lecture at the Museum, part of their “Hot Gatherings, Cool Conversations” lecture series. (The demo is free and open to the public. For the brunch and lecture, contact the Museum of Fine Arts at 727-896-2667 for reservations and further information.)
An artist working in vivid color and texture, Kerrick Johnson is a color blind artist who has built his Chattanooga Tennessee studio and equipment from “scratch”. He finds inspiration in the vivid color combinations often found in nature, but the most important aspect of his work is not the color, but the lines created through the form and optics created by his carving.
Johnson received his Bachelor of Fine Arts (Glass), Minor in Art History, through the Appalachian Center for Craft. He has filled numerous faculty positions at the Pilchuck School in Stanwood, WA., including Cold Shop Coordinator, Lead Cold Worker for Pilchuck Center Pieces, Pilchuck Auction Gala and Lead Cold Worker for Bruce Mau.
“I love it because with each piece I learn. I’m still learning glass and what it can do,” states Kerrick after sixteen years in glass.
Jon Goldberg finds inspiration in the semi-random compositions seen in nature. Ripples on a lake, grain in a piece of wood, striations in marble and tangled vines are all inspirations both in pattern and color.
Contemporary, minimalist design is another influence, seemingly in conflict with the naturalistic ideas. There is something profound in the contrast and tension that is created within a very simple form containing multi-layered, infinitely detailed coloration.
“Glass is a unique material, able to reflect and refract light. I exaggerate these properties of glass, using thick walled forms having a curvature and incorporating colored elements at specific depths within the clear material to maximize the optical effects. Shadows and reflections between layers and interior walls are planned, though surprise results are frequent and welcome.
Despite its fragility, it has the potential to endure and be passed on to future generations. I get great satisfaction that this glass will survive and be appreciated, as we continue to appreciate glass made several thousand years ago. ”
Did you know that DM Gallery has event space for your next celebration, whether or not it’s related to Art! Our inviting and attractive space allows for you to entertain a sizeable group for hours on end. Enjoy all that the gallery has to offer and make the party your own. Host in style, and DM Gallery.
