Hannah Bowlus
I am inspired by the unintended beauty that emerges from industrially engineered parts—objects that are designed to serve a specific function, with few aesthetic considerations. The purpose of these parts is utilitarian: to carry out a task efficiently with precision and durability. However, without deliberate artistic intention, these functional objects can have great beauty and elegant visual appeal. This appeal is a direct result of mathematical calculations, formulas, and logic
This project is connecting the logic-driven objectives of engineering with the expressive realm of fine art. By reimagining the engineered parts in glass, the intricate design and internal structure can be appreciated for their visual beauty outside the form’s utilitarian purpose.
2024
“Emerging” BFA Thesis Exhibition Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio
Michigan Regional Glass Exhibition Janice Charach Gallery, Detroit, Michigan
“Four Degrees of Bowling Green” Group Gallery Exhibition Lima ArtSpace, Lima, Ohio
2023
Glass Art Society Conference: Student Exhibition Russell Industrial Center, Detroit, Michigan
“Local Artist Exhibition” Toledo Momentum Festival, Downtown Toledo, Ohio
“Anchor Art Exhibition” Toledo Momentum Festiva,l Downtown Toledo, Ohio
Bowling Green Arts Council Community Art Show, Coyote Beads Gallery, Bowling Green, Ohio
2022
Bowling Green State University Undergraduate Student Exhibition Uber Bryan Gallery Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio
“Shade and Light” Online and Gallery Exhibition Las Laguna Art Gallery, Las Laguna, California
Michigan Regional Glass Exhibition Janice Charach Gallery, Detroit, Michigan
