Glass Art

With over twenty years experience in glass art, Sue and Graeme and John Harvey-Walker add their distinct style to their creations. Graeme’s father provided the original impetus for their work: his door with panels depicting the wildflowers of each state of Australia is set at the entrance to the Gallery. Sue and Graeme went on to study under Terrance Plowright, who is the author of landmark glass window and sculpture installations around the city of Sydney. The family has continued their training with specialists in lamps and kiln-fired glass.

The leadlight windows and lamps in the Gallery display a range of art nouveau, art deco and environmental designs. Unique plates, bowls and vases are fused and shaped in a specialised glass kiln. Sue is well known for her feathery and ethereal combinations of different colours and textures.

All aspects of leadlight work are available on commission, including new designs, restorations, rebuilding and repairs. The opening of a purpose-built Studio, adjacent to the Gallery, has enabled the glass production and student workshops to develop in a more spacious environment.

Sue offers regular weekend workshops in the Studio, where students learn the basic skills for Leadlighting (as used in windows) and Copper-foiling (as used in lamps and decorative objects). A special Lamp making weekend is also offered, as well as regular days for Intermediate students to use the Studio’s equipment and receive ongoing help with their projects.

Some examples of glass art for sale is shown on the accompanying page.

The Studio and Workshop