On Saturday, June 1, 2019, “Marlene Rose: Cultural Blueprints†exhibit opens at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Rose is a sculptor who uses relatively new techniques that builds upon the ancient tradition of bronze casting. Each piece is hand cast from molten glass into a unique and modern work of art that resonates with references and allusions to ancient cultures and civilizations.
Artist Rose expressed, “When people first view my work, I’m often told they feel a “certain aliveness†inherent in the work itself. My goal as an artist is to inject life into whatever I can make. In simple terms, to make the piece come alive.â€
Rose produces stunningly artworks of in her chosen medium of sand-cast glass. With her work, there is a rawness and immediacy to working the sand of the mold, and the thrill and the danger of pouring this magical lava, thousands of degrees hot. There is the patient gestation of the work in the cooling oven. Then, at last, there is the joy of meeting the product of sand, glass, fire and thought, as the piece is finally bought into the light.
The show remains on view through August 4, 2019, however plan to join the artist on opening day for an artist talk, continental brunch with coffee and mimosas, followed by a gallery tour through her exhibition.
For more information, including other venues, see: www.fwmoa.org as well as view more about Rose and her works: https://marlenerose.com.