This exhibition is a story of Australian studio glass, past,present, and future. It reads like a family tree, witheach person linked to the next through an ecosystemof learning, making, and ideas. Some connections areformed through sharing, teaching, and collaboration, whileothers are forged independently, inspiring others throughsustained practice.
Aimee Frodsham, 2026
About the exhibition
Look Straight Ahead celebrates the exceptional practice of renowned Australian glass artist Judi Elliott and her lasting influence on a generation of female glass artists. Featuring works from both Elliott’s personal collection and the National Art Glass Collection, the exhibition also invites four leading glass artists—Kirstie Rea, Kathy Elliott, Rose Mary Faulkner, and Jacqueline Knight—to create new pieces inspired by Judi’s vision, techniques, and legacy. This exhibition honours Judi Elliott’s remarkable career while highlighting the evolving landscape of contemporary Australian glass art.
Commissioned by Wagga Wagga Art Gallery