Dorothy Gill Barnes (b. 1927) is a sculptor who works in wood. Using wood, bark, branches and roots, she weaves sculptural vessels, often basketlike, that incorporate the unique characteristics in the wood.
She was born in Iowa and currently lives in Ohio. She received a B.A. and M.F.A. from the University of Iowa. Her work can be found in the collection of the Museum of Arts and Design and the Arkansas Arts Center.
30 Artists who work with Clay are represented in an Exhibition visiting eight cities - Learn more about the exhibition at the Craft In America website HERE >
America's important Clay artists are featured in the Book. Learn more about the Book and where to order HERE >
