Copenhagen-based artist Jennifer Glass makes her Nashville debut during a solo exhibition entitled “Wither” at Gallery One.  The American artist differentiates herself from many contemporary photographers who are bent towards the immediacy of the digital realm.  Glass’ work is rooted in traditional film processes.  She says that by using techniques such as the salt print process and incorporating various oils, waxes, teas, varnishes, and plant extracts she captures the earthly beauty of her surroundings.  The salt print process is a technique of coating sheets of paper with silver salts.

Glass has created a show that is a deep and soul-searching expression of sociological influences that capture the integral moments in the stages of our lives.  A southern portrait photographer whose range has blossomed under the influences of 19th century American photographers Edward Steichen and Alfred Stieglitz, as well as the Dutch Golden Age artist Johannes Vermeer and 16th century Spanish Baroque master Diego Velazquez, Glass incorporates portraits, vintage doll clothes and botanicals to bring alive the emotions in her work. “At the end of the day, no matter what or who it is, it all withers away the same for

everything and everyone.” says the artist.  “I spent years reading about and studying the works of artist from different mediums and lifetimes.” says Glass. “The themes that influence my work were nature in a raw state, life experiences, and personal statement.  I photograph primarily to grasp possessions of fleeting moments.”

Many of Glass’ images including Cyanotypes, Stealing Time, Vintage Barbie, and Welcome to Hollywood, reflect the demands on women conflicted by the challenges of life and expectation.  “These images are a visceral response to my surroundings and emotions,” adds Glass.  “They reflect the changes in our roles in society, our lives, and in how our time is spent and valued.  In a home full of energetic young children, as well as our spouses and our aging parents, we find equal amounts of joy, lessons learned, failed expectations, and sometimes isolation.”  Glass intends for her interpretive images to both captivate and give the viewer a glimpse into the subject’s inner life.

The artist’s work has been exhibited and collected worldwide.  Among those collecting her work are private collectors Sir Elton John and Arthur Blank, as well as institutions such as The Four Seasons, Canyon Ranch, Atlantis, St. Regis, Piedmont Hospital, Parrish Medical and many more.