Jennifer Kelly

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Jennifer Anne Kelly is a glass sculptor and instructor who lives and creates in Ottawa. Jennifer works primarily in kiln formed glass with detail work in powdered glass and flame worked elements. A unique aspect of her work is the creation of sculptures without the use of moulds or plaster. An interest in social commentary has inspired large scale public art installations that juxtapose her finely detailed interpretations of nature intended for intimate interactions. Her work has been featured internationally in Cirque du Soleil boutiques and in public and private collections. Jennifer is a previous grant recipient from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Ottawa Community Foundation. She recently received the award for Best in 3D at the 2021 Toronto Outdoor Art Fair. Jennifer teaches beginner to advanced techniques in glass as a guest artist internationally and at the Ottawa School of Art