Áine Ryan; Mastering Glass Foam: Innovative Techniques in Pâte de Verre; Culture Moves Europe
Áine Ryan
Áine Ryan
- Cineál Tionscadail
- Visual Arts
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- Áine Ryan; Mastering Glass Foam: Innovative Techniques in Pâte de Verre; Culture Moves Europe
- Release Date
- 2024
- Funding Strand
- Culture Moves Europe
- Year Funded
- 2024
Áine Ryan received Culture Moves Europe (Individual Mobility of Artists & Cultural Professionals) for her project 'Mastering Glass Foam: Innovative Techniques in Pâte de Verre.'
The 'Mastering Glass Foam: Innovative Techniques in Pâte de Verre' project entailed travelling from Ireland to Bild-Werk Frauenau, located in the heart of the Bavarian Forest.
There Áine attended a kiln-glass masterclass led by Joshua Kerley, a UK-based artist, designer, and educator specialising in kiln-formed glass.
This Culture Moves Europe funded experience provided Áine with the opportunity to further develop her technical skills and creative practice in glass. She had a particular focus on the pâte de verre technique and exploring the alchemical processes involved in creating glass foam.
Being with creatives from around the world was an inspiration and helped her forge strong connections within the artistic community.
‘Getting the chance to travel to Bild-Werk - a vibrant creative hub for glass and the arts in Bavaria, Germany - was truly a dream come true. As a visual artist working with glass in my practice, it was an inspiring and invaluable experience. During the workshop, we explored mould-making techniques, the pâte de verre process, sculptural modelling, the potential of glass foam, and essential kiln programming. The tutorials were incredibly helpful, allowing me to discuss my ideas in depth and explore how to achieve them. I also formed connections with others attending the academy from all over the world. Some of the work I produced there was selected for the RHA Annual Exhibition this year. In 2024, I was awarded an artist residency in the UK, which I believe was a direct result of my experience at Bild-Werk.’ Áine RyanAcross Borders - Across the Board (2023 - 2024)