NATE COTTERMAN (2018-2021)
Nate Cotterman is known for his modern interpretation of glass objects, using traditional Venetian glass blowing techniques. He has lived at Penland School of Craft since September 2018 where he built his own hot shop and has grown his business alongside some of the craft world’s most talented makers. Nate’s work challenges low-end production with innovative design and handmade quality. His line of bar ware, lighting, & home décor is both subtle and powerful. His simple forms highlight the natural beauty of the material.
Nate graduated from the Cleveland Institute of Art with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Glass. He has worked as a gaffer for some of today’s top designers and makers. He is a sought-after instructor in the field, having demonstrated across the US at institutions such as the University of Montana, Cleveland Institute of Art, Pittsburgh Glass Center, and Pilchuck School of Glass. Nate Cotterman Glass is made up of Nate Cotterman – Designer, Maker, CFO and his wife, Antonia Campanell – Marketing, Design & Sales.
NATE COTTERMAN
Work available to purchase from our SHOP
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Aquila | Ceiling Light
Handblown glass, brass hardware
24 x 36 x 8″
2017
Historical Study | Goblet in Jar 1
Handblown glass jar with lid, handblown goblet with “scavo” (Italian for excavation) surface
10.5H x 5 diameter
2019
Historical Study | Goblet in Jar 2
Handblown glass jar with lid, handblown goblet with “scavo” (Italian for excavation) surface
12.5H x 4 diameter
2019
Historical Study | Goblet in Jar 3
Handblown glass jar with lid, handblown goblet with “scavo” (Italian for excavation) surface
9.5H x 5.5 diamter
2019
Historical Study | Seven Scavo Goblets
Handblown glass goblets with “scavo” (Italian for excavation) surface.
9.5H x 36W x 6D
2019
Blossom Chandelier
Handblown glass, bronze and brass hardware (5 shade, 2 tone)
60 x 72 x 48 inches
Custom design and installation
Iris Table Lamp
Hand blown glass shade with brass base
12H x 9.5 diameter
2016
Tre Strati Incision Pair | Marmo
Handblown and coldworked glass
Tallest 13H
2020
Incision Vase Pair | Two Toned
Handblown and coldworked glass
tallest 13H
2019
Incision Trio | Amber
Handblown and coldworked glass
tallest 13H
2019
Incision Trio | Steel Blue
Handblown and coldworked glass
Tallest 13H
2020
Incision Trio | Moss
Handblown and coldworked glass
Tallest 11H
2019
Photos: Eleanor Annand (Adapt exhibition image)