This piece was made in response to a research period spent in the rainforests of Eastern Australia. In a dim light that glowed green, the vibrancy of surface growths and coverings, particularly moss, lichen and bark are astoundingly beautiful. It is about the layering of time, the life, death and decay and re-generation that is ever present in the rainforest landscape.

Clare Belfrage (Australia, 1966) has maintained a distinguished arts practice for over 35 years. Her detailed and complex glass drawings on blown glass forms reflect the high-level skill and innovative approach to her craft that makes her one of Australia’s most renowned artists in this medium. Belfrage is represented in major public collections throughout the world and has received prestigious awards including the inaugural JamFactory FUSE Glass Prize in 2016.

Work on display:
In the Glow of Green, Collection
Blown glass with cane drawing, sandblasted and pumice polished.
44 x 159 x 35 cm

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