Suzie Smith
Profile
I am a glass artist based in the North East of England, currently in my third year of the Artist Designer Maker: Glass and Ceramics BA (Hons) at the University of Sunderland. My practice spans hot-blown and flameworked techniques, alongside ongoing experimentation with casting and screen printing. I am driven by a fascination with how glass captures and manipulates light, exploring its potential to shift perception and transform space.
As an artist, I am deeply interested in the connections we experience—whether through the natural world, sensory elements, or personal memory. My work investigates these links, often drawing inspiration from organic forms such as fungi, mycelium, and tree bark, as well as the objects and sensations tied to past experiences. I’m particularly drawn to how memories are held, altered, and reawakened, especially through touch, scent, and light—and how glass can reflect the fragility and persistence of those moments. Through my practice, I aim to evoke connections that are both intimate and universal, encouraging reflection on how we engage with the world around us and the memories we carry.
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North East England
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Exhibitions
2025
- 6th Jun - 14th Jun 'Penultimate', National Glass Centre, Sunderland
- 6th Jan - 12th Mar 'Light and Dark' , Contemporary Glass Society , (online)
2024
- May - June 'Dry Run', Shipley Art Gallery , Gateshead
Grants & Awards
2025
- 1st Jan North East Emerging Artist Award (Shortlisted), Seaton Delaval Hall/National Trusy
‘Enchanted Hollow’ embodies the serene transition of a forest morning, capturing that magical moment when the darkness gives way to the first light of a new day. This piece draws inspiration from the quiet beauty of the forest, where every surface tells a story, inviting a moment of reflection, to appreciate the delicate balance and hidden wonders of the natural world.

‘The Alchemy of Fungi’ springs from my captivation with fungi, their diverse characteristics and their often-mysterious roles within the ecosystem. They not only have a wide range of colours and unique forms, but it’s their extraordinary abilities that inspire me. This piece aims to highlight and explore the complex and ecologic importance of the fungi kingdom within a scientific setting, delving into their ability to heal both humans and the planet, while also acknowledging their capacity to harm species.


