Twist by Suzanne Vaughan is a captivating glass mosaic sculpture that rises in a spiraling form. The surface is fully enrobed in deep brown glass tiles, interrupted only by a single, flowing spiral of soft yellow that coils from base to top. This light ribbon of color enhances the sculpture’s sense of motion and contrast, drawing the eye along its elegant vertical path. The piece commands attention from every angle, with geometric precision and dynamic presence.
 
The upward reaching Twists reflect the resilience and flexibility of wood in the entwining strands. They symbolize the connections and bonds generated from the forming of friendships and merging of cultures. 
 
Each Glass Mosaic Sculpture is uniquely sculpted using a reductive technique. A light foam base is carved into flowing contours, and is then coated to create an exoskeleton. Each sculpture is encrusted in rhythmic patterns of hand-cut colored glass, mirror or gems that are selected to emphasize the character and form of the underlying structure. The tiles are smoothed and arranged into flowing lines adding vibrancy and intensity to the twists and curves. Collectively they entice the eye as the light shimmers and dances across the multi-faceted surfaces, generating a sense of energy and movement.
 
Suzanne draws her inspiration from the gracious elegance and simplicity of natures’ design, the foaming swirling action of water, the majestic unfurling fern frond, and the upward reaching spirals suggestive of a twisting wooden spire. Some pieces explore symbols such as the infinity sign, where the form is stretched and manipulated to take on many personas.