'Solid Watermelon Slice' is a playful yet personal work, referencing the joyful nostalgia of eating watermelon in my grandmother’s backyard as a child. As the eldest of all the grandchildren, Young family barbecues were consistent over the years as I gained siblings and cousins while growing older. Although, I was never promoted to eating watermelon indoors with the adults; forever grouped with the children outside, to spit our seeds onto the grass. The simplicities of childhood are presented here through the complexity of multiple glass processes.
This unique artwork by Emma Young Glass was a finalist in the 2021 Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize and was displayed in the exclusive exhibition at the South Australian Museum. Artwork currently on display at Bluethumb Art Gallery in Adelaide.
'Solid Glass Watermelon Slice' is a finalist in the 2021 Bluethumb Art Prize
Emma Young is South Australian born & bred, often making local references in her glass artwork. Working out of the JamFactory glass studio, Emma enjoys exploring different techniques with each new developing work. Themes often involve nostalgia, pride in local icons, and personal childhood memories. She can be followed online @emmayoungglass
Professional photos taken by Michael Haines.
