The Belger Glass Annex, Kansas City’s, first public glass blowing studio of its size and scope, is pleased to present Visiting Artist: Morgan Peterson. Peterson is the inaugural visiting artist for the Belger Glass Annex and her residency includes the following programs:

• A free first Friday glass blowing demonstration on Friday, March 4, 6pm — 8pm;
• A free artist talk on Thursday, March 10, 6pm — 7pm; and
• A five-day intensive glass blowing workshop, Wednesday, March 9 through Sunday, March 13 (registration required).

Morgan Peterson is known for her thought-provoking, large-scale glass sculptures, referencing themes of pop culture and true crime stories. Her glass blowing demonstration and artist talk will cover the themes and techniques that are unique to her work. Peterson will also lead a five-day, hands-on workshop that focuses on color application and narrative. She will guide workshop participants through the development and incorporation of personal stories and the use of color to add depth to glass sculpture. Participants will learn glassblowing and sculpting techniques that push scale and add realism. All programs will take place at the Belger Glass Annex (1219 East 19 th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108).

Morgan Peterson is a Seattle-based pop culture artist working in glass. She attended the Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston from 2001 to 2006 and received a dual BFA in Glass and Studio for Interrelated Media. Prior to joining Dale Chihuly’s team, she managed Martin Blank’s studio, and has worked with many of the country’s leading artists on national and international projects.