Day In A Canoe Podcast

Chrissy Glenn, Metal Sculptress, shares her journey from gallery curator to becoming a full-time artist working with metal. Inspired by nature and her apprenticeship with Val Bertoia, Chrissy explains how she found her passion for handmade metalwork and transformed it into wearable art.   Key Takeaways: (01:40) Artistic ideas are sparked by immersion in natural environments. (03:34) Designing functional yet aesthetic connectors posed a significant challenge to Chrissy. (06:48) Exposure to oxyacetylene torches encouraged exploration of metal sculpting. (08:31) Meeting other artists can fuel creativity and deepen art appreciation. (11:44) The West’s unique culture encouraged Chrissy’s exploration of wearable metal art. (14:25) Taking small steps toward your passion can open doors.   Resources Mentioned:   Chrissy Glenn -  https://www.chrissyglenn.com/ Metal Sculptress | Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrissyglennsculptress/ Western Design Conference - https://westerndesignconference.com/ Kutztown Univers