Katie-Ann Houghton

About the work

Inspired by the colours of the Canberra Spring, Un Mug is designed to embody the playful spirit of this years Canberra Art Biennial. For the Un Mug series, Katie-Ann references Spring’s vibrant palette; the bright blues of the sky, and the symphony of colours of the flowers.

Katie-Ann’s glasses capture this dynamic spectrum through a fusion of traditional glassblowing techniques and contemporary design.

Each handmade glass invites the user to interact with it and explore its tactile qualities, transforming a simple act into a moment of appreciation for nature’s artistry.

About the artist

Designed and handcrafted by Katie-Ann Houghton, KAH aims to challenge the culture of mass consumption by creating work with innovative design and handmade quality. Katie’s design philosophy is based on the idea that the objects we use every day should engage our senses and bring us joy.

Designed to be both functional and practical, KAH aims to change the conventional expectations of tableware, and have us view each piece as both a piece of contemporary design and an object of use.

Katie-Ann Houghton is an Artist, Designer and Maker based in Australia, working between Canberra and Sydney. Her contemporary works are inspired by early 20th Century Design and embody a decade-long passion for traditional Venetian glassmaking techniques.