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Fused glass artist
Bobby Harr
finds inspiration in glass used by NASA By Jessica Gonzalez
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used glass artist Bobby Harr uses dichroic glass, the same glass used by NASA to protect its astronauts and spacecraft from the radiation of unfiltered sunlight, to create vibrant, one-of-a-kind works of art. Valley residents can see Bobby in action working with dichroic glass and fusing it into stunning works of art during the Arizona Fine Art EXPO Friday, Jan. 15 through Sunday, March 28 under the “festive white tents” at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, on the southwest corner of Scottsdale and Jomax Roads, next to MacDonald’s Ranch. The Arizona Fine Art EXPO, which runs from 10 am. to 6 pm daily, features 115 patronfriendly artist studios in a 44,000 square-foot space, where guests have a rare chance to meet the artists, see them in action, and learn about their journey, inspiration and techniques. Throughout the 10-week event, patrons can enjoy watching artisans sketch in rapiograph, pencil, charcoal and pastels; sculpt and fire clay; chisel, carve and shape stone; scratch and etch on porcelain and clay board, and saw and carve wood sculptures. Artists will also paint in all media; stain and etch gourds; design lost wax casting; design and create jewelry, and assemble mosaics. Art is for sale during the event, and commissions are welcomed.
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2021 | ARIZONA JEWISH LIFE
