Patricia Davidson
@pattydglass
ArtRoom Collective Studio #3

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Patty has extensive knowledge in glass blowing, sculpting, casting and kiln forming techniques. Her career has been acknowledged with many awards, opportunities and international recognition. We sat down with Patty to dive into her journey as an artist, her inspirations, and the incredible work she’s creating right here in her studio at the ArtRoom Collective. 

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What kind of art do you create?

Currently, I am primarily creating blown glass art, using an oxygen/propane torch. I also create mixed media sculptures using wood, handmade paper, glass and metal. When I want to take a break from working with fire, I create jewelry from semi-precious stones and sterling silver.

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Can you share your journey as an artist? What inspired you to pursue this path?
I knew from the age of 5 that I was destined to be an artist. I insisted on coloring outside of the lines in my coloring book. I earned a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Sculpture from the University of Illinois. After Graduate school I worked for 16 years on Dale Chihuly’s glassblowing team, creating blown glass sculptures and installations around the world.

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Where did you grow up?
The Southside of Chicago

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What inspires you?
I’m inspired by the curiosity of children, the awe of the natural world, kindness and heartfelt connection with others.

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How long have you been producing art?
Since I was 5 yrs old

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What do you enjoy doing outside of creating art?
Playing hard outside, traveling, spending time with people I love, cooking, swimming, helping people make art 

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Can you share any upcoming projects or exhibitions we should look out for?
I just finished teaching a glass casting workshop to veterans at The Pilchuck Glass School outside of Seattle, WA. 

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When is your favorite time of day to create and why?
I love to create in the morning, but that rarely happens;) I love the morning light and the quiet of the day.

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Most adventurous thing you’ve done in your life?
Becoming a Birth Doula and an End of Life Doula. It’s an honor to be present and helpful in such sacred times.

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Favorite piece you've created?
The most recent piece I created was the Virgin of Guadalupe. She was quite a challenge!!

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What's something not many people know about you?
I did a TED talk about Hot Shop Heroes, a glass blowing program for Veterans that I developed for the Museum of Glass in Tacoma,WA

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What are you selling in your studio right now?
Blown glass sculpture & jewelry