By Ann Nichols Arts Writer
Stained-glass artist Carolyn Insler sometimes uses the “wrong” side of glass in her artworks. “The texture can be heavier on the back, and I like to incorporate it to get a wider variety of surfaces,” said Ms. Insler.
Beginning Tuesday, an exhibition of her stained-glass panels focusing on the female figure can be seen at In-Town Gallery. Titled “Glassy Ladies,” the show illustrates Ms. Insler’s use of traditional stained-glass methods that employ copper foil and lead came. In addition, the artist’s lamps, candleholders and other three-dimensional objects can be seen throughout the gallery.
Glass appealed to Ms. Insler when she became an artist more than 30 years ago.
“I liked the idea of making art that is functional,” she said.
Color and design are equally important when planning her compositions, and she uses different kinds — opalescent, cathedral, opaque and transparent — to achieve her desired result. “Glassy Ladies” will continue through April 30. A meet-the-artist reception will be held 5-8 p.m. Friday. In-Town Gallery, 26 Frazier Ave., is open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday (beginning April 6). For information, call 267-9214.
