Crafting Artful Stories in Metal with Chrissy Glenn of Metal Sculptress

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.

“ I find that there's beauty all around us if you take the time to look at it.”
- Chrissy Glenn

Resources Mentioned:

• Metal Sculptress Instagram
• Western Design Conference
• Kutztown University
• Val Bertoia Studio 

Chrissy Glenn, Founder of Metal Sculptress
Website: https://www.chrissyglenn.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissyglennsculptress

Connect with Nathan Mersereau: 
Phone: 248-645-1520 
Email: nathan.mersereau@planningalt.com
Twitter: @NathanMersereau
LinkedIn: Nathan Mersereau
Address: 255 S Old Woodward, Suite 310
Birmingham, MI 48009