Dale Chihuly

Few contemporary artistic careers compare in eminence to that of America’s premiere glass artist, Dale Chihuly. The creator of a remarkable repertoire of objects and installations, Dale Chihuly’s glass art has been featured in national and international exhibitions for over 40 years, is represented in over 200 museum collections, is the subject of a multitude of books and magazine articles, and Chihuly has mentored generations of younger artists. Dale Chihuly was born in Tacoma, Washington and though his career has taken him around the world, the Pacific Northwest is still his home and most beloved inspiration. This text is courtesy of shantzgalleries.com