Artist Statement
“I grew up in a family where my artistic endeavors were supported.
My father, Chris Benvie, was a prolific painter. People said I inherited
my father’s talent but what I believe I inherited was that drive
that he had for the creative process. I am inspired to look at the world
around me with a keen eye towards the brilliance of color. Like the work
of Matisse and Derain I use intense color and dynamic lines to translate
reality. Kiln fired glass is the media that reveals this beauty to its
utmost. I enjoy the technique of using glass to create something that
is both abstract and literal.
It has been a lifelong ambition to merge the making of art and the teaching
of art. My goal as an artist is to bring about a visual appreciation of
our surroundings in my work. My goal as an artist and an educator is to
foster an appreciation for the visual arts.
I was an oil painter since the age of 13 and stained glass artist since 1990. A workshop in 2004 inspired a self-taught exploration into kiln fired glass. This led to exhibitions and representation with galleries such as Brian Marki Fine Art in Oregon, Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass in Texas and Chabot Gallery in Providence, Rhode Island.”
Biography
Born, bred and educated in Rhode Island, Alice works as a fused glass
artist and art educator, at the high school and college level, in her
home state. Travel throughout Japan, Italy and Ireland has enhanced her
artistic growth. Memberships include: Art League of Rhode Island, Providence
Art Club, International Guild of Glass Artists, and Glass Art Society.
Notable acceptances include American Craft Council show in Baltimore,
CraftBoston in Boston, Buyers Market in American Craft in Philadelphia
and Artful Home website and catalogs.
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