Welcome to Hawthorn Galleries
We offer an ever-changing collection of fine art from both locally and nationally renowned artists. Choose from original paintings, prints, sculpture, glass work, bronzes and a wide selection of one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.
Gallery Hours:
- Tuesday - Friday 10 am - 6 pm
- Saturday 1 pm - 5 pm
- Phone: 417-866-6688
Featured Artist
Bernard Katz
Please contact Hawthorn Galleries for availablity and prices.
Bernard Katz, artist and designer in hot glass for 20 years, graduated from Temple University's Tyler School of Art specializing in Glass Blowing and Sculpture. Following graduation, Katz began working around the United States with well known glass artists such as Leon Applebaum, David Garcia and Samuel Bloom before setting out on his own. In 1993, Katz moved his glass studio into the historic section of Manayunk in Philadelphia PA. In 2007 the Bernard Katz Glass Studio and Gallery reopened to the public to view glassblowing.
Katz employs a wide range of techniques in his blown glass pieces to achieve his desired outcome. He frequently references objects found in the natural world. Katz blows vessels in brilliant transparent colors encased in layers of clear crystal. He then applies a darker layer that is later etched away to reveal the image and underlying colors. Reduction flames are applied to the outer skin of the piece, resulting in a metallic-looking sheen. In recent years, Katz's glass has transformed from utilitarian vessels to more sculptural forms.