Garth Edwards

American (born 1950, died 2021)

Northwest artist Garth Edwards (1950-2021) created playful, figurative works on paper, sculptures, and installations. In his own words, "An artist often has to wander, looking for what is meaningful." He worked mainly in metal and stained glass.

Edwards grew up in Portland, Oregon, and studied glassblowing at Portland State University in Oregon and at Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, Northwestern Washington. He taught at Portland Community College and the Oregon School of Arts and Crafts (both in Oregon), and worked full-time as an artist since 1980.