Danny White is a distinguished glass artist known for his unique, light-hearted glass sculptures. Born with a passion for art, Danny has been entertaining with his creations for as long as he can remember. He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Two Dimensional Studies with a dual focus in Glass from Bowling Green State University (BGSU) in Ohio in 2008. His artistic journey took a significant turn in 2007 when he discovered the medium of glass, which he approaches much like painting, blending different mediums into a cohesive aesthetic.

Danny further honed his skills at the Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, WA, under the mentorship of Jamex and Einar De La Torre. He also studied at the Studio Art Center International in Florence, Italy, focusing on painting and drawing mediums. His work is characterized by its narrative quality, often inspired by his travels and the people he meets.

Awards and Honors

Danny White’s talent has been recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his career:

• 2009 Outstanding Student Achievement, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
• 2009 Presidential Suite Invitational Exhibition Award, Bowling Green, OH
• 2008 Craig A. Schnuth Memorial Glass Scholarship
• 2008 Robert W. Hodge Memorial Scholarship
  
  

Selected Exhibitions

Danny White has exhibited his work extensively across the United States. Here are some of his notable exhibitions:

2011

• “Making Friends” (Solo Exhibition), Atmosphere Gallery, Cincinnati, OH
• NEXT (Group Exhibition), Seattle Glass Gallery, Seattle, WA
• G.A.S Exhibition, Seattle Glassblowing Studio, Seattle, WA

2010

• Toledo Hot Glass Invitational, Toledo, OH
• Pilchuck Staff Show, Stanwood, WA
• Glass Select Showcase, Seattle, WA

2009

• BFA Senior Thesis Exhibition, Bowling Green, OH
• Visiting Artist Collection, Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, OH
• Michigan Glass Review, Oxbow, Saugatuck, MI
• Glass and Pop Culture Showcase, Seattle, WA
• Seattle Studio Sampling, Seattle, WA
• Glass Showcase Invitational, Menagerie Gallery, Corning, NY
• House Collection, Blowing Sands, Seattle, WA

2008

• Cohesion, Glass 3 International Exhibition, Washington D.C.
• Toledo Hot Glass Biannual Invitational, Toledo, OH
• ArtSpace, Lima, OH
• Toledo Area Glass Exhibition, Toledo, OH
• Teach Your Children to Play With Fire, Bowling Green, OH
• BFA Undergraduate Exhibition, Bowling Green, OH
• Figuratively Tweaking (Solo Exhibition), Bowling Green, OH
  
  

Teaching and Residencies

Danny White has also contributed to the glass art community as a visiting artist and artist in residence at over 20 locations in the United States. Some of his notable residencies and teaching positions include:

• 2011 Artist in Residence, Neusole Glassworks, Cincinnati, OH
• 2011 Visiting Artist, Flame Run Studios, Louisville, KY
• 2011 Visiting Artist, ArtLab Studios, Jackson, WY
• 2010 Artist in Residence, Tacoma Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA
• 2010 Artist Ambassador, Pilchuck Auction Benefactor Invite, Seattle, WA
• 2010 Featured Visiting Artist, Hudson Beach Glass, Philadelphia, PA
  
  

Conclusion

Danny White’s work in glass art stands out for its innovative approach and storytelling quality. His extensive exhibition history and numerous awards underscore his impact and recognition in the field. Danny continues to inspire through his creations and contributions to the art community, making him a prominent figure in contemporary glass art.