I am a metal and glass designer/maker. My work is instinctive and often my ideas only emerge as I work; experimentation and freedom to explore is key to my practice. Glass has a fluidity which gives me creative freedom, being almost alive; in contrast, metal requires a more formal approach. I love the difference between these materials and the diverse working methods constantly excite and challenge me to produce innovative work. I often combine glass and metal, each being evident in the final piece, otherwise the metal is only present in the impression that it leaves behind.
Angie Packer graduated from De-Montfort University as a mature student in July 2017 followed by 12 months as Artist in Residence. Her ‘Fluidity’ series was originally inspired by the shapes of Venice but gradually took on a life of its own. It has a simplicity in both form and colour, the soft curves of the glass contrasting beautifully with the hard, cold-worked rims which refract the colours from the base.
'Fluidity' series. Tall Tea Wave vessel
37cm (h) x 15 cm (dia) £210
'Fluidity' series. Large Blue Wave SOLD
'Fluidity' series 2
Not available
'Fluidity' series. Blue Wave Open sculpture
Medium (18cm h x 15cm w) £320
Small (9cm h x 16 cm w) £220
'Fluidity' series (similar available)
Tall Leaning Golden vessel (20cm h x 15cm w) SOLD
Small Liquid Gold vessel (9 cm h x 8 cm h) £80
'Fluidity' series. Heather bowl
8cm (h) x 13 cm (dia) £160
Small Coral Wave Mountain vessel (other colours available)
9cm (h) x 8cm (dia) £80 (each)
'Fluidity' series. Heather/Green bowl
9cm (h) x 15 cm (dia) £165