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It’s Like Having The Sun In Between Your Hands: Metaphysics In Glass Artistry | feat. Karma Glass
Matt Robertson is joined by Glass Artist Karma to discuss the metaphysics yet to be told about glass.
They discuss their upcoming "Shred 30" event - a community-focused event on a ski hill where the hosts will share glass and socialize. They also chat about adapting to the glass industry's current state, the importance of positivity and spirituality, and advice for young artists. The episode also includes a freestyle rap performance by Karma, showcasing the their friendship and shared passions.
Also in this episode:
- Upcoming "Shred 30" event - A community-focused event on a ski hill where the hosts will share glass and socialize.
- Adapting to industry changes - Discussing the importance of pivoting and adapting during economic downturns in the glass industry.
- Positivity and spirituality - Emphasizing the role of positivity, love, and spiritual practices in their lives and work.
- Advice for young artists - Encouraging young glass artists to stay passionate and make decisive moves during challenging times.
- Freestyle rap performance - Karma showcases his freestyle rap skills during the conversation.
- Close friendship - The hosts' warm, supportive relationship and shared interests are evident throughout the discussion.
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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.