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ABOUT ME

Gabriela Wilson is an emerging artist whose work explores themes of diaspora, politics, and identity, using materials such as copper, steel, and glass to convey reflective narratives. Gabriela graduated with a BAH from the University of Guelph, where she focused her studio practice around sculpture, steel fabrication, and 3D printing and modeling—with a solid foundation in Craft & Design from Sheridan College, majoring in glass and specializing in kiln casting, sand casting, and glassblowing. Training at George Brown College in jewellery and gemmology helped build a solid foundation for her practice, making her work a unique intersection of various forms and techniques.

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Since graduating from Sheridan College, Gabriela has demonstrated a solid commitment to professional development, attending prestigious institutions such as the Corning Museum of Glass, the Penland School of Crafts, Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts, and the Pilchuck Glass School. These experiences have sharpened her skills in kiln-formed glass, bronze casting, blacksmithing, and welding.

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In addition to her studio practice, Gabriela is dedicated to supporting the glass arts community. She serves on the board of directors of the Glass Art Association of Canada (GAAC) as co-Vice President, working to strengthen connections between artists, promote glass education, and advocate for the medium within Canada’s contemporary arts landscape. Her volunteer efforts reflect a deep commitment to fostering dialogue and opportunities within the field.

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Gabriela also has a deep and personal interest in Latin American politics. Through her multifaceted practice, she seeks to create art that resonates on both personal and political levels, using her heritage and experiences to inform and enrich her work. Gabriela is eager to continue exploring these themes, pushing the boundaries of her artistic expression and contributing to the broader discourse on art and politics.

EDUCATION

2020-2024

University of Guelph

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Bachelor of Arts Honours (BAH) 

Studio Arts & Museum Studies - with distinctions 

Marlene Pike Memorial Award in Sculpture 2024

2011-2014

Sheridan College

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Craft & Design - Glass Advanced Degree 

Pilchuck Glass School Scholarship Award - 2014

Bonnie Block Memorial Award - 2013

Colour Fusion Award - 2012

2001-2005

George Brown College 

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Gemmology Certificate

Jewellery Arts Certificate

Jewellery Design Certificate

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SELECT WORKSHOPS & RESIDENCIES

2024

Pittsburgh Glass Center

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Press Molds: Two Part Molds

Jennifer Halvorson

2023, 2022, 2017

Penland School of Crafts

Penland, North Carolina, USA

Forged by Design, Mike Rossi, July 2023
Material Studies, Daniel Souto & Stephen Yusko, June 2022
Ceramic-Shell Bronze Life-Casting, DW Martin, July 2017

2014-2020

Living Arts Centre (LAC)

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Glass Studio-Artist in Residence

September 2019

Corning Museum of Glass

Corning, NY, USA

Collaborative Instructor Residency

with Nathan Sandberg 

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2019

Fusion Mentorship

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Fusion Clay and Glass

Professional Mentorship - Susan Lo Beer

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2019

Arrowmont

School of Art & Craft 

Gatlinburg, Tennessee, USA

Experimental Enamelling 

Gail Anderson

2017

Pilchuck Glass School Residency

Stanwood, WA, USA

Kiln Forming Residency 

with Richard Parrish & Steve Klein

2015, 2016 

Corning Museum of Glass

Corning, NY, USA

Bas Relief in Kiln-Glass, Richard Parrish, 2016
Make your own Pâte de Verre Vessels, Shin-Ichi Higguchi, 2015

2014

Pilchuck Glass School 

Stanwood, Washington, USA

Material Matters – Relief Kilncasting

Nathan Sandberg

2013 Summer

Harbourfront Centre

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Glass Studio-Artist in Residence

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