Artist Talk: Lynda Draper, Peter Nilsson, & Kathy Elliott

The Glassworks Artist Talk series is an opportunity for artists in our Artistic Program to share their experiences and experimentations with the arts community in an informal presentation.
This public talk will be held in the Canberra Glassworks foyer with light refreshments available. Everyone is welcome and there are absolutely no silly questions. We are all here to learn. 

LYNDA DRAPER, Artist in Residence

Based on Thirroul (Wollongong NSW), Lynda Draper is an artist and educator who primarily works in the ceramic medium. Her practice explores the intersection between dreams and reality, shaped by fragmented images from her surrounding environment, recollected memories, and interest in talismans from ancient cultures. She is represented by Sullivan+Strumpf , Sydney /Singapore, and Lefebvre & Fils Gallery, Paris, France.

PETER NILSSON, Glassworks Mentorship

Swedish born Peter Nilsson is an established glass artist and Glassworks Studio Tenant specialising in cold worked glass now based in Canberra.  Peter is internationally renowned as a master cold worker with over thirty years experience. Inspired by Scandinavian folklore and a fascination of nature, Peter’s work examines the fluid boundaries between humans and nature and the fragile relationship they share. Peter graduated from the National Glass school in Orrefors and become an engraver at Pukebergs Glassworks. He spent nine years at the Swedish National Glass School as a Senior Lecturer in coldworking techniques, sketching techniques and art history before relocating to Australia in 2010. Now based at Canberra Glassworks, he is sought for production and teaching projects nationally and internationally.


KATHY ELLIOTT, Artisan Artist in Residence

Based on Guringai Country in North Manly, NSW, Kathy Elliott is a renowned glass artist, specialising in carved and engraved glass. For over three decades, she has collaborated with glassblower Ben Edols, creating works that have gained international recognition. Their pieces are held in prestigious collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, and the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra.