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| MILLE FIORI 12 x 56' PLATFORM JUNE 14 - SEPTEMBER 28, 2008 |
Arguably my favorite artist of all time is this stern looking, roguish man that looks more like a James Bond villain than a revolutionary creative mind who once received a Fulbright Fellowship. I was first introduced to
Dale Chihuly's work nearly a decade ago via a
PBS special (thank you public television, my $35 donation was totally worth it) and several years later I was even lucky enough to visit an exhibit when it made a stop at
Lakeview Museum.
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| KEN LAMBERT / THE SEATTLE TIMES |
From his smaller scale Baskets and Seaforms to his colossal Chandelier series and outdoor installations, Chihuly and his team of artisans have created imaginative pieces that are unpredictable and infused with an almost Seussian spirit. I am always inspired by his use of brilliant colors, organic shapes, and his constant journey to explore the limits of a versatile but fragile medium.
With so many amazing pieces to choose from, it's an exercise in futility for me to attempt to pick a favorite.
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| AQUAMARINE THREE-TIERED CHANDELIER (DETAIL), 2008 |
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| FLOAT BOAT, 2007 |
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| MACCHIA FOREST, 2007 |
