
"Transforming spaces with innovative designs in fused glass and stained glass creations."
Shea Oberleuter
Glass Artist
Shea, a graduate in Glass and Glazing, offers a unique perspective on glass art. Inspired by her diverse cultural identity, she creates works that reflect her Indigenous, Asian and European roots, expressing her own distinctive voice. With a strong foundation in traditional glass techniques, she infuses her work with a fresh voice, blending cultural continuity with innovative ideas.
Currently pursuing her studies at the Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne, Shea is on a journey to expand her artistic practice. She aims to explore how her creativity can intersect with architectural elements and evolve into sculptural forms, paving the way for a new lineage in contemporary glass art.
The word "Lewa," pronounced "Lay-Wa," carries deep significance for Shea, embodying various facets of her life, from her cultural roots to her family connections. It represents profound personal meanings and reflects the essence of her upbringing, making it a central theme in her work.
Approx: 12cm
Materials: Fused Glass
This design was inspired by NAIDOC week's 2023 theme "For our Elders". As a collaboration with other Indigenous artists it was decided to represent this particular theme by crafting bowls. The bowls represent the union of togetherness, especially around food when our younger generations are able to connect with their elders to gain insight into tradition and culture.
The coloured stringers were placed to represent the multi layers we have as a nation and to bring us all together.
Lewa Glass acknowledges the traditional custodians of all the lands of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. I honour the sovereign spirit of the children, their families, communities and Elders past, present and emerging. I also wish to acknowledge and respect the continuing cultures and strengths of Indigenous peoples across the world.