Join us for a casual Wednedsay Talk with South Australian contemporary glass artist Liam Fleming.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Liam Fleming began learning the craft of glassblowing at the age of 16 in the private Adelaide studio of Eamonn Vereker before commencing formal study at the University of South Australia. Since completing the JamFactory Associate Program in 2013, Fleming has had a significant influence on the glass scene in Adelaide, holding various roles at JamFactory and winning many major accolades including the prestigious Guildhouse Fellowship in 2021.

Constantly exploring the limits of traditional glass-working techniques, Fleming's beguiling assemblages artfully express the unique material qualities of glass. His skillfully produced mould-blown forms are fused together in rhythmic compositions and then manipulated through a process of controlled demolition in a kiln fired to around 600 degrees, rendering them forever in a state of 'becoming'. Subtlety different coldworking finishes are then applied to parts of the surface affecting the interplay of light and our reading of the form.

ABOUT US

JamFactory is a unique not-for-profit organisation that champions the social, cultural, and economic value of craft and design in daily life. Through our programs we inspire audiences, build careers, and extend contemporary craft and design into new markets.

*Please be advised, photography, filming or recording of the Wednesday Talks Series is not permitted*

Contact the host of JamFactory Wednesday Talks // Liam Fleming