HAYDEN WILSON •   ASHEVILLE, NC

Hayden Wilson grew up in the mountains of Western North Carolina. As a second generation glass artist he has been around glass his entire life but didn’t focus on the material as a profession until after he graduated from UNC-Asheville with a BFA in sculpture. Hayden was instrumental in the formation and operation of the Asheville Glass Center, working for 9 years as the Studio Manager and Studio Director after it transitioned to the non-profit as the North Carolina Glass Center. Throughout his career he has played a dynamic role in the growth and support of the glass community in Western North Carolina. Hayden’s work is represented across the country at galleries including Habitat Gallery in Royal Oak Michigan and Blue Spiral 1 in Asheville NC. With his vast knowledge of glass he often also works with clients to create custom glass and lighting for their spaces. Currently Hayden owns and operates a private glass studio in Asheville North Carolina where he creates his work, which varies from utilitarian designs and decorative vessels to one of a kind sculptures.