Hallie Cat Glass: The Artist Who Sculpts with Light & Imagination | Season 5, Episode 6
Welcome to the Robertson Stash podcast! In this episode, we're joined by renowned glass artist Hallie Cat Glass.
Hallie takes us on a captivating journey through her life and career, starting with the surprising story behind her name, which is a play on "alley cat" and her given name, Hailey. She shares how her lifelong love for horses influenced her work ethic, leading her to trade work for glass lessons just as she once worked at stables for ride time.
We also discuss her early introduction to glassblowing, her time in Philadelphia's vibrant glass community, and the evolution of her unique art style, which she calls "carved paintings". She explains how this technique combines her passions for both sculpture and painting. Hallie also gives us a glimpse into her daily life at The Portal in Colorado and her creative process, which includes painting from her travels to create authentic glass landscapes.
This episode is full of valuable insights on creativity, perseverance, and the importance of finding your own unique path. Tune in to hear more about her artistic journey, her thoughts on gratitude, and her hilarious anecdotes, including a story about a stolen sculpture that convinced her to pursue art full-time.
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Also in this episode:
- Vincent discusses his experience at his first country music festival, "Tailgate and Tallboys"
- The co-hosts talk about Vincent's experience with glass blowing, including the lessons he received from Rocco Belloso during Covid, and how glass blowing helped his mental health.
- A discussion about the impact of AI on visual artists and the importance of protecting intellectual property.
- The co-hosts discuss the personal journey of sobriety and the cultural shift away from drinking.
- The importance of getting out of your comfort zone and taking classes to grow as an artist.
- The definition of art, what separates it from craft, and the connection between art and invention.
- Personal stories of inspiration and pushing through creative challenges.
- The future of art with new technologies like virtual and augmented reality for muralists and graffiti artists
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Matt Robertson is a visionary artist who has made a significant mark in the glass art world with his unique matte-finished caricature sculptures, each reflecting pivotal moments from his life. His playful spirit shines through in his whimsical glass animal sculptures, often depicted in humorous scenarios that embody his vibrant personality. Inspired by creatures like giraffes, Robertson is captivated by the challenges of working with glass, a delicate medium that demands intense focus and energy, which he channels into his art. Each piece captures a dynamic energy, freezing it in time and offering a glimpse into his imaginative universe. After discovering his passion for glassblowing at Sheridan College in Ontario, he honed his craft in Eugene, Oregon, before returning to Canada to co-founded the Edy Roy Glass Gallery, a pioneering space that merges high art with functional glass pipes. Now based in Evergreen, Colorado, Robertson continues to evolve as a glass artist while hosting "The Robertson Stash" podcast and showcasing his work in galleries worldwide, all while advocating for contemporary glass art and its vibrant possibilities.
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