Gallery Floor Talk: Katie-Ann Houghton + Tom Fereday

Get to know the story behind the works of Canberra Glassworks latest exhibition

Gallery Floor Talk:

with Katie-Ann Houghton + Tom Fereday hosted by Aimee Frodsham
Saturday 10 May 2pm to 3pm

The Exhibitions:

Meander
solo show by Katie-Ann Houghton
3 April to 8 June
at Canberra Glassworks 

Glassmaker Katie-Ann Houghton explores the relationship between form and pattern, drawing inspiration from architectural details.In design, “meander” refers to a continuous, flowing, and interlocking motif, often expressed through linear, decorative lines. For Houghton, the term carries a deeper significance, reflecting both the evolution of her practice and her fascination with urban landscapes. Her work is influenced by time spent wandering through cities, observing interlocking brick patterns, the textures of concrete, and the sharp planes that cast shifting shadows. This meandering path, shaped by experience, time, and the inherent nature of glass, informs works that demand both technical precision and an intuitive understanding of form and beauty.
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Arum
solo show by Tom Fereday
3 April to 8 June
at Canberra Glassworks 

Sydney-based designer, Tom Fereday presents a solo show of glass products using his vast knowledge of manufacturing processes. The industrial nature of his designs has led to their production offshore, in environments where large-scale manufacturing supports precision, efficiency and exciting methods that aren’t available in Australia.
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Pictured: Meander + Arum installed at Canberra Glassworks