Catherine Woods is a nationally recognized sculptor working primarily in architectural glass and metal.
Her focus is work that responds to and transforms environments. Many of her pieces incorporate a narrative element and are featured in collections across the country, including public artworks in Florida, Nevada. Missouri, Maryland, Kansas, Texas and Washington state. A woman-owned business, C Glass Studio llc has been creating artwork for the public sector since 2004. Catherine also works internationally.
Catherine’s public works have been featured in national publications ‘Sculpture Review’ and ‘Public Art Review’, as well as local publications, ‘Tampa Bay Magazine’ and the ‘Tampa Bay Times’.
Her award-winning work has been recognized by Americans for the Arts prestigious public art competition ‘Year in Review’.
Artist statement :
My artwork takes many forms, from gateway sculptures, to suspended artworks, in-ground artworks, and temporary projects, each taking into consideration the personality of the community and honoring the architecture where they are sited. My work introduces color, presence and scale to environments and often incorporates elements which resonate with the local populace. Elements such as abstracted images of neighborhood locations, color palettes specific to the area, and historical images from archived photos, have been utilized in past works.
I work in a variety of styles ranging from representational to abstract. Visiting sites, researching the area and speaking with the local populace sparks ideas for artwork which will inspire the community. I employ a mix of ‘high tech’ and classic art materials, resulting in works with intelligence and heart. Whenever
possible, I work with local fabricators, installers and engineers and consider this collaboration an important part of the art making process.
