Artist's Statement
November 2009 I took residence in the tiny studio above the Yellow Barn at Glen Echo Park. The hope was to do great work and share this art that I love by offering a few basic classes. To my delight the classes filled and the students kept coming. Joined by another talented silversmith, Mawadda, enabled SilverWorks to expand.
5 years later SilverWorks offers dozens of classes and workshops in the techniques represented in the work of this show.
About the Artist
Practicing the art and craft of silversmithing for over 25 years, Anderson has shown her work in over 30 galleries and juried exhibitions across the USA and Canada. She first studied under metal artist Vesta Ward in Southern California where Anderson fell in love with working in metal. Desiring to elevate her art form beyond mere adornment, she began to create works in silver that could be framed and displayed like other works of art. Her skill has been recognized with government commissions and design awards, including a prestigious NICHE award for her hand made sterling silver eyewear.
Anderson now shares her years of experience and love of the craft at SilverWorks, the metalsmithing studio, classroom and gallery located at historic Glen Echo Park.
The Exhibit
For further information, to set up a media interview, or learn more about the collection, contact blair@silverworksglenechopark.com.
About Glen Echo Park:
Glen Echo Park is located at 7300 MacArthur Blvd. in Glen Echo, Maryland, six miles northwest of Georgetown along the scenic Potomac River palisades.
This unique National Park and arts center offers year-round classes and activities for residents of the Washington metropolitan area and visitors from across the country. The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, a non-profit organization, manages the programs and facilities at Glen Echo Park.
