a collection of new works as well as a retrospective by silver artist Blair Anderson
Artist Statement
My new collection this year delves deeply into rich textures, oxidation, and patinas. But I continue my life long love affair with opals. Alternate materials and techniques like fusion, feathers, fossils and Fordite pepper the work. But my tradition of connecting a wearer with a story told in metal continues.
The Retrospective brings back a few pieces from my previous collections from the last 10 years as well as a few “vintage” works that I have kept. It also takes a look at the evolution of my humble studio from just me to today’s wonderful SilverWorks community of faculty, students, and residency recipients.
About the Artist
Blair brings over 30 years experience of silversmithing to Glen Echo Park as founder of SilverWorks Studio & Gallery and Studio 2: Hot metal. An award winning artist, represented by thirty+ galleries throughout North America, Blair has shown her work in one-woman shows as well as juried fine craft shows. Previous awards include a Canadian grant for The Works, a public installation of her framed wearable art and a NICHE award for her one-of-a-kind eyewear. Following the trajectory as a metal artist she opened Blair Originals Gallery and founded the Wetaskiwin Silversmith Guild where she was the primary instructor. She is also the co-founder of Exnihilo.
Taking silversmithing to a new level, Blair’s wearable art represents personal journeys by telling a story with metal and precious stones. These works are more than jewelry having a depth of content often dealing with themes of social justice, spiritual awareness, and women’s issues.
Blair is married to her best friend, Bryan and they have one son, Daniel, an artist in San Francisco. Bryan and Blair live in Silver Spring, MD.
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. Click here for directions.
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.
