GARRY NASH (ONZM)
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Garry Nash has been a pioneering force in New Zealand’s studio glass movement since 1978.
Renowned internationally for his exceptional work in the art-glass realm, Nash is an honorary life member and past President of the New Zealand Society of Artists in Glass. His significant contributions to the field were recognized in 2001 when he was honored with the Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) for his services to Glass Art. Garry Nash's current work is the culmination of nearly four decades of fervent exploration within the molten glass medium. The techniques and skills he has developed over this extensive period have enabled him to achieve effects that were once beyond imagination. Working in New Zealand, free from rigid European traditions, has provided him with the freedom to cultivate a unique style that reflects the local environment. Nash draws inspiration from the rich history of glassmaking, blending techniques from various eras and regions—such as combining sixteenth-century Venetian methods with eighteenth-century English styles. This approach allows him to create large-scale pieces with an architectural presence, an area traditionally overlooked in hot glass art but made possible by modern technology. Color is central to the studio glass movement, and Nash uses it to evoke emotional responses in his work. His "Opalino" series, for example, explores the effects of light through dark glass using a meticulous layering process with colored chips. Despite over thirty years of experience, Nash remains dedicated to continuous learning and innovation, believing that each studio session offers new insights and opportunities for growth. His passion for glass art and commitment to pushing the boundaries of the medium continue to inspire and drive the evolution of glassmaking. |
Garry Nash creates striking, collectable and beautiful hand blown glass, his techniques draw on decades of experience in the glass medium. |
AVAILABLE WORKS
Garry Nash
Lime and Silver Leaf Vase Hand Blown Glass 220mm Height x 200mm Diameter $680 Available |
Garry Nash
Opalino Chip Series - Blue Hand Blown Glass 200mm Height x 220mm Diameter 2025 $500 Available |
Garry Nash
Opalino Chip Series - Red with Yellow Lip Hand Blown Glass 210mm Height x 195mm Diameter 2025 $500 Available |
Garry Nash
Opalino Chip Series - Cobalt Hand Blown Glass 180mm Height x 140mm Diameter 2025 $500 Available |
Garry Nash
Opalino Chip Series - Blue White and Black with Red Interior Hand Blown Glass 140mm Height x 200mm Diameter 2025 $450 Available |
Garry Nash
Opalino Chip Series - Green Hand Blown Glass 190mm Height x 210mm Diameter 2025 $500 Available |
Garry Nash
Gold and Silver Leaf Embellished Vase, Short with Lip Hand Blown Glass 200mm Height x 200mm Diameter 2025 $600 Available |
Garry Nash
Opalino Chip Series - Blue and White with Yellow Interior Hand Blown Glass 140mm Height x 230mm Diameter 2025 $520 Available |
Garry Nash
Gold and Silver Leaf Embellished Vase, Tall with Lip Hand Blown Glass 250mm Height x 210mm Diameter 2025 $600 Available |
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