Debra Jurss | Breathe

An exhibition of new work by Canberra-based glass artist Debra Jurss. 

I’ve been investigating ways of finding space to breathe, and the impact that natural environments can have on our emotions. I have been inspired by time spent in natural liminal spaces including the contrasts and colours of the Antarctic environment, and the rugged beauty and sense of long time on the Scottish highland coast.

The work is an abstraction of the environments that it is inspired by – informed and influenced by colour, line and pattern.  The sculptural forms are made up of fluid layers, with colour flowing through different levels and a sense of fold, slide, and slip, echoing the changes and transitions in our moods and thoughts.

 

To hear about Debra's creative process, listen to an interview between Debra and Barbie Robinson from Living Arts Canberra via the link:

 

https://www.livingartscanberra.com.au/podcasts/visual-arts-interviews/

 

Images: Adam McGrath