Matthew Szösz is a practicing artist and educator known for inventive processes and innovative use of glass to explore the intersection of material, aesthetics and the poetic. Since receiving his M.F.A. in Glass from Rhode Island School of Design, Matthew has been recognized internationally with awards such as the Irvine Borowsky Prize, the Jutta-Cuny Franz Prize and a Tiffany Foundation Grant. He has completed numerous residencies in the US, Europe, Asia and Australia. He enjoys working as an educator and has taught at ASP Wrøcław, Reitveld Akademie, Virginia Commonwealth University, University of Washington, University of Hawaii, Pilchuck Glass School, Penland School of Craft, Bildwerk Frauenau and others.