Hilltop Artists Return to Conservatory for Symbiotic Exhibit
Hilltop Artists and the W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory in Wright Park are partnering once again to bring to the public an installation of student-made glass, from April 8 – June 16.
Entitled “Symbiosis: A Mutually Beneficial Relationship,” the installation is comprised of radiant glass birds and bugs that the students invented, designed, and produced as a part of a collective art project.
This collaboration modeled the theme of “Symbiosis” as the students learned about the benefits and challenges of working together.
Arranged into a tableau, the insects and birds nestled in the wild foliage of the W.W. Seymour Conservatory also symbolize the relationships and partnerships that allow our community to thrive.
Hilltop Artists hosted its first collection at the Seymour Botanical Conservatory as one of several special exhibitions, the Seymour 100 exhibit by renowned glass artist and Hilltop Artist Co-founder Dale Chihuly, that helped commemorate the historic site’s centennial in 2008.
“The relationship that formed as a result of Hilltop Artist’s support for the Conservatory centennial really echoes the philosophy of their upcoming exhibit,” said Conservatory supervisor Mary Anderson. “There is a really great synergy between the art works, the plants that they are nestled among and the historic glass venue that houses them both. “
Upcoming Events:
Sneak Preview of “Symbiosis: A Mutually Beneficial Relationship”
April 11, from 6 - 8 pm
Tickets: $20
For tickets and more information, please visit HilltopArtists.org or call(253) 571-7670. The student-made glass will be available for purchase starting at the Sneak Preview.
Artist’s Reception
April 12, from 11 am -1 pm
Admission: $3, ages 11 and young are free
For more information, please visit SeymourConservatory.org or call (253) 591-5330.
About Hilltop Artists
2014 marks the 20th Anniversary of Hilltop Artists. For the past two decades, Hilltop Artists has been transforming the lives of youth through the power of art, adult mentorship, and wrap-around services.
Established in 1994 with the help of Dale Chihuly, Hilltop Artists is a 501(c)3 non-profit glass arts program that provides classes and individualized instruction for over 520 students each year. Through the program, young people have an opportunity to learn the art of glass blowing, mosaics, fused glass and beadwork.
Hilltop serves a diverse group of youth and is especially effective with young people who are searching for ways to connect and belong. There is an additional focus on assisting those who find themselves struggling academically, socially and/or behaviorally.
Hilltop also does specific outreach in communities that are dealing with high risk factors related to poverty, neglect, homelessness, substance abuse, and violence. Hilltop Artists serves youth ages 12-20.
Hilltop Artists is dedicated to the mission, “Using glass art to connect young people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds to better futures.”
About W.W. Seymour Conservatory
In 1908 the historic W. W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory at Wright Park was opened through a generous gift from William W. Seymour.
Today, it stands a beloved icon from Tacoma's past and a brilliant venue for exotic plant displays from all over the world. The Conservatory focuses on connecting people to the natural world through various exhibits, programs and art displays.