Kathryn Bartlett

Kathryn Bartlett is a New Zealand sculptor represented by Parnell Gallery
Bio

Kathryn Bartlett is a contemporary artist based in Auckland, New Zealand. Her sculptural practice centres around works created in moulded glass forms and bronze, often on the verge of abstraction, grounded in her experiences and surroundings.

Apparitions, emotions, and social observations inform her practice and the inherent translucence of glass provides a mysterious, often sensuous interplay with a constantly shifting physical environment. Kathryn’s interest in abstraction creates a sense of freedom in movement and form, which is mirrored in her sculpting practice.

Creating her works first in clay, Kathryn is able to intuitively develop and rework her sculptures until they reach their final mould and kiln firing or casting stages.

In discussing her creative methods, Kathryn states, “Creating cast glass sculptures is an intimate process, allowing me to express how I view and react to the world. Not only does it provide me with an important creative and emotional outlet, but I also love seeing other people form a connection with my work.”
In the 2010’s Kathryn left her successful career in publishing to pursue sculpture and other creative interests. In the years since, Kathryn’s work is has been exhibited around New Zealand and is held in private collections both locally and internationally. In 2020, her work Me, Myself, I was a finalist in the Molly Morpeth Canaday Awards in the 3D art category.

Parnell Gallery has represented Kathryn Bartlett since 2021.

Kathryn Bartlett is a New Zealand sculptor working in glass and bronze available at Parnell Gallery