Glass, Copper & Rose Gold Vermeil Chain

I recently created new work using a copper electro-forming technique with Nic Gabay, A.K.A. Snic in Philadelphia. Here are some photos of a black glass link necklace with Rose Gold vermeil chain. Photographed by Mark Bennett.

Marina Abramovic

Yesterday I went to the MOMA to see Marina Abramovic': The Artist is Present. This exhibition includes several of her performances over the past 40 years. On display are photos, videos, installations, sound pieces, solo and collaborative works made with Ulay Laysiepen.

Marina reminds me of the intensity of performance art and I am extremely moved by her work. It was mind blowing to see all the footage together and to really capture her experiences of using her body as a piece of art. She pushed herself to the limits and in many cases risked her life in the process. It was a pleasure to have been in her presence yesterday, and she has surely opened my eyes to a different light.

The photo above is from 1974 titled Rhythm 5. This is one experiment that didn't quite end the way she wanted it to. Due to the petroleum-drenched star, the smoke and the fire, Marina lost conscious because of the lack of oxygen. A doctor and some of the audience members realized she was unconscious when the flames came very near to her body and she remained still. Apparently, she commented on her experience saying, "I was very upset because I understood there is a physical limit: when you lose consciousness you can't be present; you can't perform."

If you get a chance, go see her. She's sitting in a chair and she's been sitting in that same chair since March 14th. This is her longest performance and it runs through May 31st.

Revenge of the Goldfish photo by: Sandy Skoglund 1981

Years ago my friend Sarah Best sent me a postcard of this image. It has been with me for close to a decade, always relocating with me and always on my wall in my bedroom. The photo brings many of my own interpretations relating to dreams, water, emotion, nostalgia, pisces rising, vibrant color, childhood sadness, loss, stillness and fascination within a single photo. I really love this image. Even the thought of the process which went into making this scene makes me so happy.

Paulo Rojas "I deserve it ...'cause I am gorgeous"

Paulo is a friend of mine. I sometimes find him brilliantly funny. This piece of work that he recently made had me seriously cracking up. Enjoy!!

Photo by Grace Roth

This is a photo by Grace Roth.

It's a close up of one of my prism link necklaces with black and clear glass.

I think it's cool.

GLASS 'N' ROSES COLLECTION

I'd like to invite everyone to come take a look at the new art that will be on display at the annual

International Expositions of Sculpture Objects & Functional Art

(S.O.F.A.) EXPO New York 2010 at the Park Avenue Armory. There are a number of galleries that will be featuring work from all over the world and in mediums that that'll just blow your mind!

Urban Glass will be representing the new Glass 'N' Roses Collection this year which I created in collaboration with leather worker Greg Hopkins of General Heritage. I will be there with bells on, tending booth half days. The rest of the time I will be scoping out the other galleries (I'm always amazed with the new work each year...really). So come on down and have yourself a visual sensation & experience some fine art for yourself !! ;)

P.s... It'll feel good. Plus the park is near by and the flowers will be in bloom! Like BLAM!! Like Spring in yo face!! (I'm sure). $25 entry includes an amazing catalog of the many wonderful creations featured at the show.


for more info:
http://www.sofaexpo.com/

I hope you all can make it!!
All the best,
Charlene

Architectural Digest Home Design Show

This last Saturday, I was invited to the Architectural Digest Show at Pier 94 off 55th Street. I had no idea what to expect, but it was a beautiful day & I walked up the west side highway to check it out. I was happy to run into some fellow glass artists I know from Urban Glass & also Michael Schunke from Nine Iron Studios. I am always inspired to see artists I know making & selling their work and constantly striving to make a living with the skills that require their precious hands. You are my heros.

I took a few photos using my phone (very average picts) of some of the featured dining sets in DIFFA's DINING BY DESIGN. It sparked ideas in my mind for sure. Have a look, pretty cool stuff:

Easy Street Brooklyn Fine Art Glass Pipe Sculpture Gallery in Williamsburg New York City

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Easy Street Brooklyn Fine Art Glass Pipe Sculpture Gallery in Williamsburg New York City

This last Saturday, March 13th there was another opening at Easy Street in Williamsburg.

It was a crazy rainy night and the wind was vicious with everyone's umbrellas, but the rain boot trek was worth it. The current show with Mr. Gray & Tristan is definitely worth taking a look at before the next show in April.

So, do it.

International Playground

International Playground has found itself a permanent location in New York City.

The shop/showroom will be opening @ 13 Stanton Street between Bowery & Chrystie.

More details coming soon!!