David R. Huchthausen
Lilacs and Leaves, 1977
Glass and paint
Racine Art Museum, Gift of Donald and Carol Wiiken
Photography: Jon Bolton, Racine
A Glass Act: First Rate Glass in RAM’s Collection
January 31 – June 6, 2010
A Glass Act presents a variety of subject matter, ranging from still life compositions and depictions of the natural environment to figurative and abstract works. The show contains pieces that demonstrate a masterful combination of technical expertise and artistic vision, as practiced by internationally recognized glass artists.
By collecting artists in-depth throughout their careers, RAM is able to document how artists’ ideas germinate and develop over time. Works by three leaders in the field—Dale Chihuly, William Morris, and Joel Philip Myers—demonstrate their artistic achievements from different decades in their careers. This exhibition features work by Harvey Littleton, a respected artist and teacher, displayed with pieces by a former student—Dale Chihuly. Chihuly’s pieces are also being displayed alongside Morris, who started his career in Chihuly’s studio before becoming internationally known for his own work.
Believing that this is a historically significant time for artistic advancement, RAM has concentrated on contemporary achievements in glass to capture a clear picture of the Studio Glass Movement’s development. A Glass Act showcases several examples in RAM’s collection from early leaders in the field, as well as from today’s emerging talents.
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A Glass Act: First Rate Glass in RAM’s Collection
January 31 – June 6, 2010
David R. Huchthausen
Lilacs and Leaves, 1977
Glass and paint
Racine Art Museum, Gift of Donald and Carol Wiiken
Photography: Jon Bolton, Racine
A Glass Act presents a variety of subject matter, ranging from still life compositions and depictions of the natural environment to figurative and abstract works. The show contains pieces that demonstrate a masterful combination of technical expertise and artistic vision, as practiced by internationally recognized glass artists.
By collecting artists in-depth throughout their careers, RAM is able to document how artists’ ideas germinate and develop over time. Works by three leaders in the field—Dale Chihuly, William Morris, and Joel Philip Myers—demonstrate their artistic achievements from different decades in their careers. This exhibition features work by Harvey Littleton, a respected artist and teacher, displayed with pieces by a former student—Dale Chihuly. Chihuly’s pieces are also being displayed alongside Morris, who started his career in Chihuly’s studio before becoming internationally known for his own work.
Believing that this is a historically significant time for artistic advancement, RAM has concentrated on contemporary achievements in glass to capture a clear picture of the Studio Glass Movement’s development. A Glass Act showcases several examples in RAM’s collection from early leaders in the field, as well as from today’s emerging talents.
More About the Exhibition
Gallery of Work
Exhibitions at RAM are made possible by:
Platinum Sponsors
Judith and David Flegel Fund
Ron and Judith Isaacs
Nicholas and Nancy Kurten
Windgate Foundation
Diamond Sponsors
Osborne and Scekic Family Foundation
Ruffo Family Foundation
Gold Sponsors
David Charak
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Anonymous
Baird
Susan Boland
Virginia Buhler
Educators Credit Union
Fredrick and Deborah Ganaway
Get Behind the Arts Studio Tour
William A. Guenther
Tom and Sharon Harty
Andrea and Tony Hauser
David and Judy Hecker
Bradley Lynch
Carlotta Miller
Larry and Barbara Newman
The Norbell Foundation
Deb and Willard Walker
