Casting Stories: The Glass Art of Layo Bright
Published Jul 3, 2025
Nigerian sculptor Layo Bright transforms glass into vessels for memory, migration and identity. Drawing inspiration from family photographs, historic archives and the collective pulse of her community, Layo crafts three-dimensional portraits that celebrate African culture and honor the legacy of resilient women.
Her sculptures embrace the poetic dualities of glass, fragile yet enduring, clear yet opaque, creating works that interact with light and shadow in captivating ways. From luminous busts to vibrant masks blooming with floral forms, each piece showcases her remarkable ability to tell stories through material.
You can discover more of Layo Bright’s captivating pieces on her website.
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