Vessels have historically served as utilitarian objects – carrying, storing and protecting their contents. In this work you reimagine the vessel, shifting its purpose from functionality to a celebration of form and design. Pushing function to the background, I explore how these everyday objects can be transformed into intricate, sculptural forms. This collection draws inspiration from the bold colours and opulence of postmodern art, as well as the clean lines and simplicity of modernist design. My goal was to create vessels that embody elegance and subtle ornamentation – juxtaposing vibrant hues with soft surfaces and crisp, dynamic shapes. While glassblowing is traditionally associated with functional objects, I strive to blur the line between utility and art. These pieces, though primarily aesthetic, retain their capacity to function as containers, honouring the vessel’s original purpose. These pieces aim to embody both, historical lineage and contemporary reinterpretation, inviting viewers to reconsider boundaries between art and functionality.

Photographer – Pippy Mount