Hodge Gallery: Upcoming Exhibition
Absence of Body
October 3 - January 2009
New works in glass by Susan Taylor Glasgow that explore themes of shelter and domesticity.
The Pittsburgh Glass Center presents a unique installation and exhibition of new works called "Absence of Body" by Susan Taylor Glasgow. The artist will be participating in an 8-week long studio residency at PGC leading up to the exhibition.
"The bird's nest has always symbolized shelter, domesticity, safety and growth. As the focal point of the exhibition, I've decided to create a giant glass bird's nest-approximately 8' in diameter and 2' tall, with a space in the center for a glass pillow and other objects," says Glasgow.
There will be approximately five additional pieces of art surrounding the nest to support the concept of growth and shelter. To further support this theme, Glasgow and PGC are working together to establish a partnership with a local women's shelter, Bethlehem Haven, in efforts to fundraise and cross-promote programs. Bethlehem Haven's mission is to provide a continuum of care for homeless women that leads toward self-sufficiency.
Glasgow's exhibition is also appropriately timed to open just before the International Women's Forum Conference is held in Pittsburgh October 17-19, 2008. "Absence of Body" will open on October 3, 2008 and run through January 2009.
CALL for GLASS TWIGS for Upcoming Exhibition at PGC
Absence of Body
Artists from Around the World Asked to Contribute to Local Exhibition Benefiting Pittsburgh Glass Center and Bethelehem Haven
Artists from around the world are asked to create twigs made of glass from 8-20" in size to be included in "The Communal Nest," an installation that is part of Susan Taylor Glasgow's exhibition "Absence of Body." The glass twigs can be made by casting, torch, or off-hand out of "crystal" clear glass (no color). Visit Susan Taylor Glasgow's website for further information and a fun tutorial on "Glass Twig Making 101".
People who are not artists can contribute as well. Individuals, businesses or groups can sponsor a glass artist from the Pittsburgh Glass Center to create a twig in their name by making a donation of $75 for a large twig (30-40") and $50 for a medium size (20-30"). All profits go to support the programs of the Pittsburgh Glass Center and Bethlehem Haven.
For more details, contact PGC at 412-365-2145 ext. 206.
