Saturday, June 26, 2010

NEW! Blown Glass Skull Goblets!






Glass artist Oliver Doriss is an experienced artist accomplished in a variety of mediums and disciplines. After receiving his BFA from Massachusetts College of Art 1996 he devoted his energy to the glass craft, becoming a driving force within the modern glass movement. He has worked with such artists and designers as the celebrated Dale Chihuly, and Donna Karan, both producing and interpreting their work. Oliver’s installation and sculptural work has graced galleries and public spaces nationwide. After relocating to the Northwest in the late 90’s Oliver eventually settled in Tacoma WA in 2003. Where most recently he opened the Fulcrum Gallery, an influential display space catering to contemporary art and installation. “Throughout my childhood I witnessed people inventing jobs for themselves, I was surrounded by artists, craftsmen, and generally self-made people. It is only now that I become aware how this shaped my own decision making process.” -Oliver Doriss

These amazing Skull goblets are about 7 inches tall. They feature a hand sculpted glass skull that has been incorporated into a venetian style hand made goblet.

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