2011 Finalist

Brian CorrAinslie, Australian Capital Territory, Australia



Beyond Light and Shadow


Kiln formed, waterjet cut, cold worked and constructed glass
48 H x 79.5 W x 15.5 D cm


I continually seek a deeper understanding of the world in which we exist and the nature of our experience within it. Working with the elements of volume and void, light and shadow, I create sculpture and large-scale installations which offer an opportunity for contemplative and meditative experience.


Photographer: Rob Little




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Biography

Brian Corr
Red Hill, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Born
1976 Denver, Colorado, United States

Education

  • 2007, Master of Visual Arts (Glass), School of Art, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Last Solo Exhibition

  • 2010, Of Silence and Light, Canberra Glassworks, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Last Group Exhibition

  • 2011, Miniatures, Workshop Bilk, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Public/Private Collections

  • Art Gallery of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
  • National Art Glass Collection, Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia
  • Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Awards/Grants

  • 2011, Artist in Residence, The Thomas Foundation and the Canberra Glassworks, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
  • 2011, Finalist, Ranamok Glass Prize, Australia
  • 2010, New Work Grant, Australia Council for the Arts, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • 2010, New Work Grant, artsACT, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
  • 2007, Distinguished Talent Visa, Department of Immigration, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia