David Wiseman

Explored flower petal-like forms and versions of the “Glacier” vase, which was formed by blowing hot glass into a metal cage instead of by blowing and cutting.
David Wiseman
American, b. 1981
Each material has its own particular talent. I don’t try to put contrasting materials together in order to express a philosophy, the materials are pretty clear with me when they want to become a form or not, so maybe that’s the philosophy, listen to what the materials want to do.

In his studio practice, David Wiseman (b. 1981) draws upon traditions of time-honored craftsmanship and experimentation of contemporary design methods to create poetic and sculptural work spanning the spectrum of fine and decorative arts. Wiseman’s pieces offer his unique renderings of extraordinary natural phenomena, such as blossoming branches in porcelain and bronze, the tangle of a pomegranate tree’s canopy beautifully orchestrated across a ceiling, or a bird hidden in a bronze fireplace screen. In his lighting installations, found and fabricated elements such as illuminated branches, faceted glacial crystals and whimsical ornamentation from his world of decorative objects mingle to create his Collage Chandeliers. His commitment to immersing himself in traditional materials and methods in order to achieve the goals of his unique aesthetic imparts the work with a permanence found in cherished objects of the past, purposefully employed to realize his truly original vision.

Wiseman has made site-specific installations for public institutions, international brands, and private collections, and his crystal was recently acquired by The Corning Museum of Glass for its permanent collection. His furnishings were named "Best of the Best" by Robb Report 2013 and his large-scale Collage Garden Gate Doors were included in the New York Times' top 10 list at Design Miami 2013.

Wiseman, a 2003 graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), lives and works in Los Angeles.

Events
Designs by Sigga Heimis, GlassLab 2010
GlassLab at Vitra Design Museum |
June 14 - 20, 2010
The Vitra Design Museum and The Corning Museum of Glass partnered together during Art Basel, the world's premier international art show for modern and contemporary works, to provide GlassLab on the... more
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Prototype by designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
Designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
Designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
Prototype by designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
Designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
Designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
 Prototype by designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
Prototype by designer David Wiseman at GlassLab
Design concept by David Wiseman for GlassLab
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