Zelmer Olsen

Glass, light, and raw materials

Discover the work of glass artist Zelmer Olsen in Nexø, where glass meets materials such as stone, sand, volcanic ash, and metal. The results range from functional design products to sculptures and artistic installations.

Zelmer Olsen is a classically trained glassblower and also holds bachelor's and master's degrees in glass and glass design from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Design. Over the years, he has developed his own style, with a particular focus on the transparency of glass, optical refraction, and the interplay between different materials.

In his works, glass can take center stage or offer a way into something else. Light, shapes, and transparency can change the experience depending on how you view the work, inviting you to take a closer look at details and patterns in the material.

You can discover and buy Zelmer Olsen's glass art at Matter – House of Craft in Nexø.