Last Friday, I was in search of a new art experience. I had reviewed watercolors, oils, acrylics, lithographs, and metal art. I wanted to find an exhibit that would literally move my heart and dazzle my mind. I found so much more when I stepped inside Palette Contemporary Art & Craft gallery to see Tamara Coatsworth’s glass art show.
JOLLY TIME, FUSED GLASS, ENAMELS, TORCHWORKED, SANDBLASTED, ACID ETCHED
Primarily inspired by nostalgic pop culture, Tamara precisely explores the iconic nature of everyday items. Observers will be amazed at her attention-to-detail spent when it comes to skillfully utilizing a wide array of glass-making techniques including torch work, fusing, sandblasting, acid-etching, and elaborate enamels to create original artwork that lovingly replicates items such as movie-theater popcorn, a box of matches, or beautifully decorated cupcakes. Tamara’s artistry will appeal to your many senses while her familiar objects are assured to evoke fond memories as she brings them to life using the medium of glass.
ENDANGERED, FUSED GLASS, ENAMELS, TORCHWORKED, SANDBLASTED, ACID ETCHED
Palette Contemporary Art & Craft, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico features a variety of contemporary fine art glass, original paintings, limited edition signed prints, ceramics, marbles, and wearable art. It searches locally and abroad to bring a collection of contemporary art and craft with a colorful edge and clean lines by both emerging and renowned artists.
CUPCAKES, CAST GLASS, 3.5 X 3.5 INCHES
Tamara Coatsworth’s show, “EYE-conic,” will hang through May 3rd at Palette Contemporary Art & Craft gallery, 7400 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, (505) 855-7777, www.palettecontemporary.com
