
Howard Russo
Glass and Ceramics
Elgin, IL

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Howard Russo
Education Masters of Fine Arts in Jewelry and Metalsmithing
Spring 1987
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jewelry and Metalsmithing
Spring 1984
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
Associate in Arts Degree
Spring 1982
William Rainey Harper College, Palatine, IL
Professional
Experience PROFESSOR EMERITUS
Elgin Community College, Elgin, IL
2019
PROFESSOR OF VISUAL ART
Elgin Community College, Elgin, IL
Spring 1988 to fall 2018.
Teach beginning and advanced ceramics, glass, jewelry, sculpture, and 3-D design courses.
Coordinate 3-D area as well as manage their labs
Artist Statement
My glass and found object series is driven purely by form and the relationship of the materials that I use. I’m intrigued by the contrast that the rusty tools have with the altered glass that surrounds them. Once I’m satisfied with the outcome of this arrangement, I then construct an environment for which the object rests.
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Howard Russo