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Making A Pipe For Willie Nelson, Overcoming Addiction And Being Chosen By Honey | feat. Joe Peters
Matt Robertson is joined by Glass Artist Joe Peters to discuss the story behind his unique honeycomb-inspired glass sculptures, which gained popularity in the cannabis community.
He discusses his creative process, favorite collaborations, and passion for scuba diving. Joey also opens up about his recent journey to sobriety and how it has positively impacted his work and personal life. With insights into his artistic evolution, from soft glass to borosilicate, and a memorable encounter with Willie Nelson, this episode offers a glimpse into the multifaceted world of this talented glass artist.
Also in this episode:
- Joey P. creates whimsical, nature-inspired glass art, with a focus on honeycomb sculptures that gained popularity in the cannabis community.
- Collaboration is important to Joey, but he finds it challenging to keep the work fresh with frequent collaborators.
- Joey is an avid scuba diver who has had some close encounters with marine life, including a manta ray incident.
- After struggling with alcohol, Joey has been sober since September and credits his support system for helping him through the process.
- Joey's artistic journey began with soft glass and he later transitioned to working with borosilicate, facing technical challenges along the way.
- Joey is launching a new website, Joe P Glass, where he will be offering merchandise like hats and sweaters.
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Matt Robertson is a visionary artist who has made a significant mark in the glass art world with his unique matte-finished caricature sculptures, each reflecting pivotal moments from his life. His playful spirit shines through in his whimsical glass animal sculptures, often depicted in humorous scenarios that embody his vibrant personality. Inspired by creatures like giraffes, Robertson is captivated by the challenges of working with glass, a delicate medium that demands intense focus and energy, which he channels into his art. Each piece captures a dynamic energy, freezing it in time and offering a glimpse into his imaginative universe. After discovering his passion for glassblowing at Sheridan College in Ontario, he honed his craft in Eugene, Oregon, before returning to Canada to co-founded the Edy Roy Glass Gallery, a pioneering space that merges high art with functional glass pipes. Now based in Evergreen, Colorado, Robertson continues to evolve as a glass artist while hosting "The Robertson Stash" podcast and showcasing his work in galleries worldwide, all while advocating for contemporary glass art and its vibrant possibilities.
Making A Pipe For Willie Nelson, Overcoming Addiction and Being Chosen By Honey | feat. Joe Peters
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