Latest Episode: How a Dare Accidentally Made Him the Flamingo Guy | Burtoni Glass | Robertson Stash | Season 6, Episode 9
Guests: Ben Burtoni
Episode Highlights:
Ben Burtoni got pigeonholed as the glass flamingo guy.
I sat down with Ben and co-host Vincent Gordon for two hours and got into the Shack Mansion OG crew, the Vegas trade show scooter era, what's actually happening with AI in the art world, why every artist carries a responsibility to put love into the world right now, and the Younger Dryas flood theory. Ben also shared the honest truth about 26 years of self-employment: no 401k, no benefits, spent most of his savings keeping up with a tough market — but he also got to surf every day when he wanted to.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 Banned From Renting Vegas Trade Show Scooters
00:01:51 Learning Glass Blowing in Hawaii in 1999
00:10:30 Driving 38,000 Miles Across America for Glass
00:13:50 Shack Mansion Colorado OG Glass Blowers Crew
00:27:30 The Flamingo Accident That Pigeonholed His Career
00:35:58 AI Art Prompt Rot and the Death of Creativity
00:50:30 Why Artists Have a Responsibility to Spread Love
01:14:30 The Brutal Truth About 26 Years Self Employed
01:46:30 Red Star Over the Sphinx and Space Force Logo
01:50:00 Younger Dryas Flood Theory and Ancient Civilizations
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Host: Matt Robertson - @robertson.glass
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About Matt Robertson
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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