Colin Heaney (Australia), late 20th century glass

Colin Heaney (1946-2013) was an Australian glass artist who made significant contributions to the development of the contemporary glass art movement in Australia. He was born in Melbourne, Victoria and studied ceramics and sculpture at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.

In the late 1970s, Heaney began experimenting with glass as a medium for his artistic expression. He was drawn to the transparency, luminosity, and fluidity of glass, and quickly became known for his innovative use of the material. Heaney's work was characterized by its bold, abstract forms, and his masterful control of color and texture.

Over the course of his career, Heaney created a wide range of glass art, including sculptures, vessels, and installations. He often collaborated with other artists, designers, and architects on large-scale commissions and public art projects. He was also a passionate teacher, sharing his knowledge and expertise with generations of aspiring glass more... artists.

Heaney's work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, including the National Gallery of Australia, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and the Corning Museum of Glass in New York. He was the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Australia Council Visual Arts Board Emeritus Award in 2001.

Heaney is one of the most important figures in the history of Australian glass art. less...