Glass artist Vanessa, originally from Bellevue, Saskatchewan, draws inspiration from her upbringing in a culturally rich environment. After moving to Victoria at 20, she discovered her passion for glass sculpting, finding inspiration in the natural beauty of the west coast. Her work captures the essence of oceanic life and plant forms, showcasing asymmetry and irregularity while reflecting her deep appreciation for the environment. Vanessa's art represents her evolving mind and spirit, embracing imperfection and transience as core philosophies.
Vanessa's creative activity begins with an idea she would like to explore. She sculpts through a process of both emotional and physical fluidity, allowing her mistakes to guide each move. She starts with a propane oxygen torch which creates flame (the dragon) and sculpts clear and coloured glass to create the shape she desires. Silver smoke trapped in glass, spinning shiny dichroic and using carbon tools are some of her techniques.
We respectfully acknowledge that the Filberg Festival takes place on the unceded traditional territory of the K'omoks First Nation, Gila 'kasla...Hay ch q'a'.
