My Pipes Are The First Pipes The Corning Museum Of Glass Has Ever Bought | feat. Coldberger

Matt Robertson is joined by glass artist Nicole Berger to chat about her journey of discovering glass art by chance in college, becoming a professional pipe maker, and selling pipes to the Corning Museum Of Glass. 

Nicole's story is full of creative passion and personal growth. She discusses her time at the renowned Pilchuck Glass School, her solo travels, and the challenges of selling her work. Nicole also opens up about her paranormal experiences and how 90s nostalgia influences her bold, geometric designs. With humor and insight, this episode offers a glimpse into the life of a rising talent in the glass art world. 

  

Also in this episode:  

• Nicole discovered her love for glass art by chance while in college, switching from a marketing major to pursue it passionately. 
• She gained valuable experience working with established glass artists and instructors, who helped nurture her talent. 
• Traveling solo and working at the renowned Pilchuck Glass School have been formative experiences in Nicole's artistic journey. 
• Selling her work, especially pipes, has presented challenges due to payment processor restrictions, leading Nicole to explore alternative sales channels. 
• Nicole's artistic style is heavily influenced by 90s nostalgia, with a focus on bold, geometric patterns and vibrant colors. 
• Nicole has had intriguing paranormal experiences, including encounters with a mysterious figure, which she attributes to her "witchy" side. 

  

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About Matt Roberston 

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.

My Pipes Are The First Pipes The Corning Museum Of Glass Has Ever Bought | feat. Coldberger

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