Changing Light – New Glass by Celia Dowson
Newly arrived at the gallery, Celia Dowson’s glass vessels are inspired by changing light and landscapes
Informed by movements in nature, Celia’s work reflects the colours, the changing light, and mystery of the natural world.
The finished pieces encompass the study of colour and translucency through gradation and opacity and light. Through these qualities her work creates a contemplative space to reflect upon the rhythms of the atmosphere, and our innate connection to the objects we use and spaces we inhabit.
Vessels
A new collection of vessels in the colours of spring
New Forms
Celia is pleased to share these new drinking glasses, forms made through observation of water; inspiration gathered during quiet walks along the foreshore of the River Thames.
“It’s a peaceful place and I was drawn in by the softness of the water and its ability to absorb light resulting in a spectrum of colours that glow across its surface, textured by the pull of the tide…these pieces reflect the clarity of clear, deep grey blues on a darker day and evening light, glow, pink.”
The glass is left satin, with only the rim and base polished so you can see into the depth of the glass, its molten textures and the clarity of the glass.
About Celia Dowson
Celia Dowson’s glass pieces go beyond the classical concepts of function, quietly offering moments for reflection and contemplation. Made using kiln casting techniques, the pieces are cast for several days allowing the glass to fold and melt into the mould, capturing bubbles in its depth. While this process creates fluidity and movement in the pieces, the modelling and finishing processes are always very controlled with precise carving, sanding and polishing stages.
“The forms I make are symmetrical and there needs to be real clarity in the surface finish. Models are made with varying thicknesses. Glass pools into these shapes, creating subtle changes in colour. Light interacts with polished and satin surfaces, reflecting and refracting in beautiful ways.”
- Celia Dowson
Artwork Photography by Isobel Napier. Celia Dowson Portraits by Emma Dudlyke.