For June’s open demo, HGA is proud to host Arthur Wilson of Silica Burns Glass, who was a contestant on season 4 of Blown Away! Arthur received a BFA from Georgia Southwestern State University in 2017. He is now currently practicing his craft at his home studio in Mableton, Georgia. Arthur’s work critiques various socio-political issues such as food insecurity , labor politics and the rapid growth of technology.

Wilson also has a passion for teaching. He has taught and TA’d at the Corning Museum of Glass and Penland School of Craft, while also teaching workshops in his local community. He has received residencies to attend the Pilchuck Glass School and Pittsburgh Glass Center.