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About Bailey...

​Bailey Donovan is a Canberra-based glass artist and educator. His practice investigates the intersections of domestic textiles, queer identity, and craft through glass sculptures. Bailey is recognised for his skill in the Venetian tradition of creating intricate patterns using cane and murrine techniques.

Currently undertaking a Masters of Philosophy in Visual Arts at the Australian National University, Bailey’s practice led research delves into themes of gender, comfort, and the domestic, inspired by nostalgic fabrics such as like gingham, plaid, and crochet.

Bailey developed his foundational skills in glass art at the University of South Australia and further refined his craft through the Associate Training Program at JamFactory in Adelaide, where he developed a visual language and unique voice in glass art.

Bailey’s work has been showcased in esteemed exhibitions and prizes, including the Toyama International Glass Exhibition (Japan) and the Tom Malone Glass Prize (Western Australia). His work is held in both private and public collections across Australia, and he has developed public sculptures featured in Adelaide's Illuminate Festival. Bailey has also participated in masterclasses at renowned institutions such as Pilchuck Glass School (USA) and the Corning Museum of Glass (USA), where he further honed his technical expertise.

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