Introduction
My artwork is generally characterized by imagery inspired by the natural world, vibrant color, and meticulous attention to surface and detail of form. My latest works are from a series on clouds, which includes both archival pigment prints of clouds and painted reliefs. I have completed two public art mural commissions. Some of my earlier work in paintings, drawings and prints can also be found on this web site.  |
My interest in the insights of chaos and complexity theories and how they can be seen operating in the natural world has influenced my work for a few years. Since 2007, I have been engaging with these concepts more directly via photographs I take of clouds (above and left). The relief at left is derived from one such photo. Via digital 3D imaging, I translated these ephemeral forms into a tangible, richly textured sculpture. Above is a photo hand-colored with pastel. Through Feb. 13 , 2010: How Did You Do That? at the Creative Alliance, Baltimore. I'm demonstrating Forton casting Jan. 30. See list of current and upcoming exhibitions. |
News & Exhibitions
How Did You Do That? at the Creative Alliance, Baltimore:
Now on view through February 13
Demo of Forton Casting: Sat., January 30, 2:00 p.m.
Panel: Thurs., February 11, 7:00 p.m.
The most frequently asked question of any sculptor – how did you do that? - is potentially the most revealing, since the answer necessarily reveals the artist’s relationship to materials, process, and craft. With these questions in mind, Jed Dodds, Artistic Director of the Creative Alliance, Baltimore, juried 6 artists from the current membership of Sculptor’s Inc., including me. A portion of the Creative Alliance's gallery is set aside for ongoing demonstrations and discussions -- I will be demonstrating Forton casting on Jan. 30 (and Chris Bathgate will explain how he makes his metal sculptures) and will also be moderating the panel Beyond Baltimore: Galleries, Grants, & Residencies featuring Cara Ober, Al Zaruba and Pat Alexander. All events are free except the panel discussion (which is free to CA and SI members, $10 for everyone else): see the Creative Alliance web site for details.
Baker Artist Awards: through February 15
Visit my profile page on the Mary Sawyers Baker Prize web site, which was created to recognize Baltimore’s artists and engage the public in supporting their work. You can also vote for me to receive one of the Baltimore's Choice Awards.
View List of Past Exhibitions
Featured Past Projects
Pyramid Atlantic:
Exhibited seven photographs of clouds and the sculpture Rise, in The Sky Is Not the Limit at Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, Silver Spring, MD, Dec. 2008-Jan. 2009. Curator: Felix Angel, Curator for the Inter-American Development Bank.
Artrageous:
An exhibit of seven of my wall reliefs appearing at the Bloomingdale's at White Flint Mall in Kensington, MD, on the main floor, September 6 - October 9, 2007, as part of a nationwide store event with the theme "Artrageous." (below right) More information and photos.
Bloomingdale's installation detail
Murals:
Two public art projects combining art and astronomy (pictured below). Read more in the Murals section.
Detail of indoor relief mural
(Photo by Jeff D. Goldman)
Outdoor mural in the "Sowebo"
section of downtown Baltimore.
About the Artist
Wall relief by Helen Glazer on exhibit.
Resumé:
View an interactive resumé.
Artist's Profile:
In March 2004, writer Geoffrey Himes, whose credits include the Washington Post and reviews for NPR, wrote a profile which goes into my artistic development over the years, working process and conceptual framework. Read it here.
Representation:
I am represented in Maryland by the Steven Scott Gallery, Baltimore.
Contact: helen@helenglazer.com
All images, text and web design © Helen Glazer 1993-2010. All rights reserved.
Photos on this page by Helen Glazer except where otherwise noted.
