Brought into the world of glassblowing by his older brother in high school, artist Robert Madvin has forged a distinct path in contemporary sculpture. After studying at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit and the University of Hawaii (Go Rainbow Warriors!!) at Manoa, Madvin established a collaborative creative space with his brother at the Russell Industrial Center, where he continues to craft his fluid-solid works today. His work can be found at Raitman Art Galleries in Breckenridge.
Madvin draws his primary inspiration from the textures, organic elements, and raw colors encountered in the natural world. This philosophy is most vividly expressed in his signature “Pohacu” series. Named after the Hawaiian word for rock or stone, the collection is a tribute to ancient trail markers and navigational monuments built by stacking stones across the islands.
By translating these earthy, grounding shapes into vibrant, translucent glass, Madvin bridges the gap between rugged wilderness and refined fine art. Featured in galleries across North America—including spaces in Breckenridge—his colorful stacked sculptures capture both the permanence of stone and the fragile brilliance of blown glass. For collectors seeking modern works rooted in nature’s architecture, Madvin’s pieces offer a striking focal point.
