VENUE 34 - Ainsley Francis, 9 Waverley Place
Engraved Glass & Mixed Media
Ainsley Francis is inspired by theories of personal identity, impermanence and use of language, Ainsley layers multiple techniques, using wheel and drill engraving, kiln-forming techniques, and combining these with simple optics to achieve a unique effect. She is interested in making her works tactile, encouraging viewers to hold and interact with glass in a way that is normally discouraged.
Having completed her master of fine arts degree in 2014 at the University of Edinburgh, Ainsley has participated in exhibitions in the UK, Europe and North America, including Emerge 2014 at Bullseye Gallery, and exhibitions with the Ontario Crafts Council (Toronto), Galerie am Museum (Frauenau) and Gallery Ten (Edinburgh), and has work in the University of Edinburgh Public Collection.
