some nice press
"Things With Wings" got a great review in yesterday's Portsmouth Herald. Here is the excerpt about my work:
But by far the most exciting pieces come from a newcomer, Abby Glassenberg. These "soft sculptures" drew the hand of my 4-year-old companion immediately toward them. It's hard not to touch these birds, lovingly crafted from fabric and uncannily expressive. They could turn their head at any second and maybe nibble your finger.
The delightful interplay of collected objects in these pieces, of thread and familiar bits of fabric collaged go beyond cute. These have character sewn into them, a careful touch that comes with big skills at the sewing machine, a good collection of trusty fabric, and an understanding of fabric panels coming together to create a convincing three dimensional piece. Doll construction, at its roots, is sculpture. These are fine art.
How nice is that! Read the whole article here.
If you click on the picture of Nest of Thread VII (which sold, yeah!) on the Three Graces Gallery website you can view photos of each piece on exhibit and see what has sold and what is still available.
What a lovely write-up! It's true, they appear as if they could move at any second. Congrats!
Posted by: Amanda | August 18, 2007 at 01:06 AM
Well done Abby!
You are truly going from strength to strength......I hope it continues!
What fabulous press!
Lucky girl....
xxx
Posted by: paper.string.cloth | August 18, 2007 at 01:10 AM
That is a great review! Your art is truly amazing. Thank you for sharing it, and congratulations on all of your success.
Posted by: Stefanie | August 18, 2007 at 08:42 AM
well done! congrats
Posted by: Miss Dot | August 18, 2007 at 11:14 AM
Congratulations!!! They look wonderful.... May your inspiration continually cultivate your success.
Posted by: SHunting | August 18, 2007 at 08:06 PM
congratulations! I couldn't be happier for you, you have worked hard and done your homework!
thank you for the explanation of your journey, it was most interesting!
Posted by: eydie | August 18, 2007 at 08:30 PM
Wow, congrats! You are big time now. Who knew a couple years ago, your pieces would be in an art gallery, part of a show and selling for hundreds! Yay!
Posted by: Jen | August 20, 2007 at 04:08 PM
That is a lovely review, and very richly deserved. Bravo you.
Posted by: Ali | August 21, 2007 at 02:14 AM
I am not sure how or when I stumbled across your sight but I absolutly love your work and just wanted to congratulate you on your success and I wish you much luck in the future!
Posted by: dkoss2 | August 21, 2007 at 08:06 PM
That is so exciting Abby, it has been wonderful to share the journey with you - and I'm sure this is just the beginning - well done!
Posted by: Gabrielle | August 22, 2007 at 07:04 AM
wow, look at that. i think i need to hire your PR agent! you deserve all the attention, lady!
Posted by: shisomama | August 28, 2007 at 12:25 AM