David’s glass art a must sea

Glass artist David Hobday says he loves living close to the sea because it offers an ever-changing source of inspiration for him.

“From the power and form of waves to the intricate details of minute shells and never ending discoveries along its shores and rock pools,” David said.

“I have lived in Point Lonsdale for nearly 40 years, working for 30 years as a marine scientist, all the while exploring my passion for glass whenever I could.

“For the past nine years I have worked solely as a glass artist in my purpose-built studio.”

David said he was fascinated by waves and had spent years working out ways to capture their form in glass.

“They have now been my signature pieces for more than 10 years,” he said.

David said he was looking forward to this year’s Bellarine Arts Trail.

“It’s a great opportunity for me to connect with people, and share my studio and how I work with glass,” he said.

“I will have on display some of my latest work and some smaller items including jewellery.”

David said his glass was generally “kiln formed”, meaning he used an electric kiln to fuse and form or slump the glass into marine inspired artworks.

“There are many possibilities with this type of glass working and I will have examples of many techniques on display – from fused and slumped pieces to flame-worked sea creatures, pate’ de vere bowls and lost wax cast objects,” he said.

“I really enjoy teaching and running workshops in my studio encouraging newcomers to glass to catch the bug!

“During the weekend I will be introducing my 2019 series of workshops, which willcater for all levels of ability.”