About Erwin

Erwin Timmers is the co-founder of the Washington Glass Studio and Washington Glass School. Originally from Amsterdam, he moved to California and graduated from Santa Monica College for Design Arts and Architecture. In 1999 he moved to the Washington DC area and since then his sculptural artwork has been on display in Zenith Gallery, Fraser Gallery, and Gallery Neptune. He is featured in various prominent collections and has received commissions from numerous commercial enterprises, such as Starwood Urban, The Magruder Companies, David Greggory Restaurant, Food and Friends, and the Prince George’s County courthouse. His approach to art is multifaceted, incorporating metalwork, innovative lighting and glass design. He teaches glass, lighting, sculpture, and metal work. Industrial salvage and recycling are recurring themes in his work, which he sees as crucial parts to the interaction with one’s surroundings.

Check out his website: erwintimmers.com/

Patterns of Containment V, 2019, Recycled glass, steel frames, 30” x 30” x 2”

Patterns of Containment V, 2019, Recycled glass, steel frames, 30” x 30” x 2”

Patterns of Containment VI, 2019, Recycled glass, steel frames, 30” x 30” x 2”

Patterns of Containment VI, 2019, Recycled glass, steel frames, 30” x 30” x 2”

Patterns of Containment VII, 2020, Recycled glass, steel frames, 30” x 30” x 2”

Patterns of Containment VII, 2020, Recycled glass, steel frames, 30” x 30” x 2”