This month, Schantz Galleries will be presenting both classic and contemporary works by Lino Tagliapietra, some series which have never before presented as a feature gallery exhibition. Blown or fused glass in the hands of Maestro Tagliapietra, convey his remarkable technical ability and communicate the expressive aesthetic of the artist; a light, intelligent and sublime presence. Maestro Tagliapietra will be present at the public opening of the exhibition, Friday, July 10, from 4-6pm. Regarded internationally as the best glass blower in the world by his peers, and truly an inventive artist, Lino Tagliapietra is not one to rest on his past accomplishments. Celebrating 70 years of working with glass, he continues to be inspired to work on new concepts and designs. Tagliapietra has written that he is “…totally open. I think that what I like to do the most is research. I don’t

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