I reflect on how our growth is shaped by both genetics and the environment we inhabit, contemplating the balance between nature and nurture. As we grow, our experiences, both shared with family and encountered individually, shape our character and resilience. To portray this delicate balance between vulnerability and strength, I meticulously assemble multiple layers of wafer-thin glass in both vibrant and earthier muted tones along with small cast pieces to construct compositions that symbolise the strength found in unity. The layers, though inherently vulnerable in isolation, form a coherent and resilient whole when united. The oak plinth, which is charred using the traditional shou Sugi Ban method - serves as a strong and stable foundation, symbolising the enduring impact of the land on our lives.
Alison has had a life long interest in glass and when the opportunity for a change of direction came about in 2013, she enrolled in various glass courses, eventually undertaking a full time vocational course in Glass Art Production and graduating with an HND in Art Glass Design (with distinction) in 2018. Since then she has been working full time as a glass artist. With a passion for exploring innovative techniques and continuously expanding her technical expertise, the versatility of glass as a medium allows her to experiment with various forms and textures.
'Yellow stacks 1' Glass, silverleaf on wood 12(h)x16x8 cm £500
'Yellow stacks 2' Glass, silverleaf on wood 13(h)x16x16 cm £525
'Turquoise Stacks'
Glass, silverleaf on wood 12(h)x16x9 cm
£550
'Blue stack 1' Glass on wood 14(h)x16x8 cm £470
'Blue stack 3'
Glass on wood 12(h)x16x16 cm
£500
'Green stacks 1' Glass, silver leaf on wood 13(h)x16x14 cm
£510
'Orange Stack 1'
Glass, silverleaf, steel on wood 21(h)x16x8 cm
£480
'Landscape Stack 2'
Glass, steel on wood 26(h)x10x6 cm
£430
'Blue stack 2'
Glass, silverleaf on wood 12(h)x16x16 cm
£545
'Landscape Stack 1'
Glass on wood 17(h)x16x8 cm
£470
'Orange Stack 2'
Glass, silverleaf on wood 12(h)x16x9 cm
£480
'Orange Stack 4'
Glass, silverleaf on wood 15(h)x16x16cm
£510
'Orange and grey stacks 1'
Glass on wood 12(h)x16x9 cm
£470
'Orange Stacks 3'
Glass on wood 15(h)x15x16 cm
£525