Handmade Glass by Robert Schwartz

 

Hey there, I’m Robert Schwartz. I’m a Glass Artist and Designer working out of Canberra Australia.

 

Robert is an American glass artist, working from Canberra Glassworks while establishing his own home studio. He holds a BFA from Ball State University and a Master of Visual Arts (Advanced) from the Australian National University. Since moving to Australia, he has worked as a gaffer and assistant to leading artists, and regularly contributes to large-scale production projects. Robert is also a passionate educator, teaching at Canberra Glassworks and running programs for youth and emerging artists and Casual Lecturer at Sydney College of the Arts. His work has been exhibited internationally, with recent recognition including the 2024 QPRC 3D Art Prize and a shortlist in the 2022 Denfair “Australia’s Next Top Designer” showcase and 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize.

 
 
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I have a passion for working with glass. The versatility of the material keeps me hooked and I strive to better my skills as much as possible.