Hot Glass Cold Beer
Experience the ultimate fusion of artistry and entertainment at Hot Glass Cold Beer! Savor the finest brews from local breweries while enjoying delectable food, live music, and live glassblowing from 2 local artists. Included in your ticket is a hand blown glass, beer/wine and access to the both glass demos for $45. VIP tickets get additional perks of a saved seat and meal ticket included for $80. Join us at this Hot Glass Cold Beer on October 26th for an unforgettable night of craftsmanship and community!
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HOT GLASS COLD BEER ARTISTS
Preschool was a time for collaging, crayoning, and making messes. As a small child I played with polymer clays at the breakfast table. I made tiny colorful animals out of the clay about the size of a finger tip. Eventually at 10 years old I went into a wheel throwing class where I got to finally work with water-based clay. By the time I hit high school I learned of California College of the Arts where I ended up later going for Ceramics and Glass. After Graduating with a Ceramics degree and a Glass degree I felt lucky to end up working at Public Glass.
Artist Statement
I’m taking the world I want to live in, from my head to real life. My inner world started from my childhood drawings and summer craft projects. Curious creatures fill my mind and beg to come out and play. I craft to let everyone engage with these friendly lovable critters. Toys bring out the child in everyone. So, what could be better than sculptural, toy-like artwork, to let children and adults interact with fine art?
Kids from toddlers to preteens exhibit unrestrained happiness. As we become adults, we are expected to restrain our emotions. Silly things that used to make us smile are written off as immature. My Dragons and Whimsical creatures lift that restraint - whether you’re an adult or a kid - they spark that childish smile of happiness across one’s face. Seeing my soft shapes and bright colors draws people into the world of childhood.
My inviting cartoon style brings viewers into a state of ease, like watching a favorite childhood cartoon on Saturday morning. The comfort of being around these pieces is so great that they want to touch the artwork. While standing in the museum, all anyone ever hears is “look but don’t touch!”. I will not stand for that - art is to be enjoyed. This is why not only can my pieces be touched, but these wonderful materials in fine art forms are also “huggable” (at the right size).
Matt started working for Public Glass in 2014. Has served as the Assistant Facilities Technician for many years supporting the staff and members at Public Glass. Recently Matt has become the Facilities Manager, maintaining all the equipment and managing a staff of assistant technicians. He first began taking glass classes at SF State University and decided to become a glass blowing artist after studying with Nate Watson. He grew up in Los Angeles, and has lived and worked as a glass artist in the Maldives. Matt is a skilled glassblower, having assisted many others throughout his career. His favorite glass objects to make are goblets because it’s a technical challenge and a great skill building practice. He always learns something new when he is blowing glass. Currently Matt is working towards earning a Bachelors in Engineering.
