Marble City Glassworks: birds

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Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Party Crasher by Chris Szaton

Custom sculpted vine and bird sculpture by Chris Szaton at Marble City Glassworks Knoxville, TN

Friday, July 13, 2012

Avian August Art Exhibition Featuring Chris Szaton

Join us for an Avian August Art Show
at the Historic Birdhouse in the 4th and Gill Neighborhood.

Featuring local Artists:

Dawn Marie Slover
Chris Szaton
Ann Kotowicz

Opening August 4th 6:00 pm - 9:00pm

and open for the month of August from 10am -3pm.

800 North 4th Ave. Knoxville, TN 37917

Here's a map http://goo.gl/maps/Nqob

Sunday, October 16, 2011

Bird on a Branch Steel and Glass Sculpture by Chris Szaton

Available Online

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I began sculpting birds in glass in 1998. Driving home one day I spotted a telephone pole that swarmed with starlings. A few crow here and there added to the mix. The first sentence that came to my mind was: A telephone wire social club. Ever since that day, I have been fascinated by the simple and powerful statement made by even a single bird. They are elegant and beautiful creatures that remind me of my fellow humans.
When I sculpt a single bird out of molten glass, nothing is predetermined. There is always a give and take with the glass, somewhat of a conversation is happening. The bird becomes the focus of that conversation, taking on the form of a word or a phrase. From elegance to attitude to comedy, I take cues from the glass, helping me discover the color and pose of each bird. The finished product is always a study in these principals.
(These items are all one of a kind sculptures). Available in a variety of vibrant colors including: Cobalt blue, Yellow, Dark Green, and Ruby. Each bird is a hand crafted original with murini eyes, and is set in a whimsical pose that creates a personal expression. They are mounted on a clear glass stand signed by the artist.
height 14"
width 12"
base 8"
weight 6.5

Signature items available at Artsy Home