Studio News
As the Preston Singletary Studio adjusts to gradually reopening, Preston Singletary continues to work on new pieces for several upcoming exhibtions. Even through the hot shop was closed during the shut down Singletary was able to focus on his work at the Studio. As Singletary notes, "During this time of quarantine and uncertainty, we have been forced to contemplate life going forward. As an artist these things come out in different ways. For me it’ s been about keeping my family together, focused and safe. On the other side of that, I’ve found ample amount of uninterrupted time to make art."
Please visit the full list of galleries that represent Singletary art here. Several galleries are now open or open by appointment, please contact the galleries directly for more information.
Humanity at the Crossroad
Currently on view
Sanda Ainsley Gallery
Visit the Sandra Ainsley Gallery for a new exhibition, "Humanity at the Crossroad", featuring a new collecion of Singletary sculptures. This exhibition also features a selection of collaborative pieces with Canadian artist Joe David. Joe David, who is Singletary's mentor, opened his eyes to the minutia of details that informs the work that he does today. Exhibition catalog is available online.
Annual Celebration of Native American Art
August 14th - 25th, 2020
Blue Rain Gallery
View a new collection of blown glass sculptures at the Blue Rain Gallery’s Annual Celebration of Native American Art, August 14th – 25th, 2020. Join Preston at the gallery for the Artist Reception on Friday, August 14th from 5 - 8PM.
In addition to the exhibition, see special Glass Blowing Demonstrations featuring artists Preston Singletary and Dan Friday, 11AM - 3PM on Friday August 14th and Saturday August 15th, 2020.
Raven and the Box of Daylight
On view until January 17th, 2021
Wichita Art Museum
Visit the Wichita Art Museum for “Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight”, the unique solo traveling exhibition by Preston Singletary and organized by the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA., which tells the Tlingit origin story of Raven and his transformation of the world—bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun. Raven leads visitors on a fantastical journey through the transformation of darkness into light.
Upcoming Exhibition Tour Dates:
National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution, Washington DC: Early 2022
Chrysler Museum of Art, Virginia: 2023
Northwest Native Art Glass
October 1st - October 31st, 2020
Stonington Gallery
Visit the Stonington Gallery for a group exhibition of NW Native glass by several artists, including Preston Singletary. View select pieces by Singletary, including limited edition bronzes, Tlingit Baskets, prints and more.