Renowned Contemporary Glass Artist Abby Modell’s “Rainbow Galaxy” Installation at the Medici Museum of Art

Contemporary glass artist Abby Modell, has unveiled her newest large-scale sculpture installation, Rainbow Galaxy, at the prestigious Medici Museum of Art in Warren, Ohio. Measuring an impressive 19 feet wide by 13 feet high, the hand-blown glass wall sculpture is a luminous constellation of ombré color transitions, mirrored and matte finishes, and sculptural glass assemblages that evoke cosmic movement and celestial wonder. Through Rainbow Galaxy, Abby continues to push the boundaries of material, technique, and sculptural expression—offering audiences a radiant and immersive experience.

Abby Modell Contemporary Art Glass is proud to be a Swarovski Ingredient Brand Partner. Swarovski recognizes the quality and importance of Modell’s artistic work. Modell is proud to partner with a zero-waste certified sustainable glass finishing studio committed to reducing environmental impact on our planet. By recirculating applied glass into many of Modell’s pieces during their creation, the studio honors and preserves the earth and our resources.

Abby Modell is a widely collected and acclaimed glass artist. She is currently exhibiting her work at the Medici Museum of Art with the Carole A. Feuerman Sculpture Foundation, Zodiac: Mysterious Power of the Creative, Warren, OH. Modell’s collection was most recently featured at Hamptons Fine Art Fair 2025 and Art Palm Beach 2025. She has exhibited her Candy Wonderlandscape installation in the iconic Bloomingdale’s 2023 Holiday Windows flagship NYC. The collection has been exhibited at numerous fine art fairs and galleries including Salon Art + Design, Collectible NY, Scope Miami, Art New York, SOFA Chicago, and the Architectural Digest Design Show, NYC.

Modell’s work has been exhibited at private homes, corporate collections and museums, including the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the world headquarters of Morgan Stanley in New York City, the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, the Wit Gallery installation at the Canyon Ranch, Lenox, MA, the First International Biennale of Santorini, Greece and the 1st Heclectik Art Glass International Biennial in Braga, Portugal. Commissioned collections include collaborations with Bloomingdales in 2016 and 2013, Royal Caribbean International’s Symphony of the Seas luxury cruise ship, and the Faberge Big Egg Hunt in New York City.

Fine art collectors and design aficionados are invited to explore the unparalleled work of contemporary glass artist Abby Modell. Please contact the artist for custom installations, and to view Modell’s current collections please view her website. Upcoming show Art Palm Beach 2026.

For further information: www.abbymodell.com
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Renowned Glass Artist Abby Modell Featured in the Inaugural Medici Museum Exhibition 'ZODIAC: Mysterious Power of the Creative', with a VIP Panel & Reception on July 11th

 

Experience renowned glass artist Abby Modell in the exhibition, ZODIAC: Mysterious Power of the Creative, at the Medici Museum of Art. Her luminous sculptural works bring a cosmic elegance to this star-studded group show, presented by the Feuerman Sculpture Foundation. Collectors and art aficionados will enjoy a VIP Panel and Reception on Friday, July 11th from 5-8pm at the Medici Museum of Art in Howland, Ohio. Curated by Katelyn Amendolara-Russo, Executive Director of the Medici Museum, this groundbreaking show explores the astrological, psychological, and symbolic dimensions of creativity through contemporary art.

Abby Modell’s Cosmic Butterfly Trio Sculpture

The exhibition brings together emerging and established artists who interpret the mystical power of the zodiac in bold and unexpected ways—through sculpture, painting, and multimedia. Rather than focusing on specific zodiac signs, the selected works reflect a broader engagement with celestial forces and spiritual intuition.

Featured Artists and Panelists:

● Abetomiwa Gbadebo
● Carole A. Feuerman
● Donna Dodson
● Pilar Zeta
● Lorenzo Quinn
● Barbara Segal
● Abby Modell
● Eva Bader-Frank
● Dan Morgan
● Maria Pavlovska
● Nadine A. Ghaffar

The exhibition will be presented in both physical and digital formats, making it accessible to a global audience. A panel discussion featuring renowned artists and curators will complement the show, alongside educational programs and community outreach efforts. A total of 32 artists are showcased. “ZODIAC marks a powerful step forward in expanding the Medici Museum’s international footprint,” added Katelyn Amendolara-Russo. “This collaboration with the Feuerman Sculpture Foundation brings together visionary artists from around the globe, unified by creative intuition. It’s a privilege to position the Medici as a platform where global artistic voices converge in the heart of Ohio.”

Abby Modell’s Galactic Lollipop

Abby Modell’s new Galaxy Collection illustrates the movement and luminosity of the universe. The artist’s vision of celestial waterfalls and cosmic butterflies are interpreted throughout the collection which includes Wall Art, Sculptural Objects and LED Lighting. Modell specializes in hand-applied glass assemblages on three-dimensional surfaces, developed through her exploration of contemporary glass techniques.

Modell is a widely collected and acclaimed glass artist. She is currently exhibiting her work at the Medici Museum of Art with the Carole A. Feuerman Sculpture Foundation in the ZODIAC exhibition, on view April 30 – December 31, 2025. Her collection was most recently featured at Art Palm Beach 2025. She has exhibited her designs in the iconic Bloomingdale’s 2023 Holiday Windows flagship store in NYC, and at numerous fine art fairs and galleries including the Hamptons Fine Art Fair, Salon Art + Design, Collectible NY, Scope Miami, Art New York, SOFA Chicago, and the Architectural Digest Design Show, New York City.

Modell’s work is in and has been exhibited at private homes, corporate collections and museums, including the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the world headquarters of Morgan Stanley in New York City, the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, the Wit Gallery installation at the Canyon Ranch, Lenox, MA, the First International Biennale of Santorini, Greece, the First Heclectik-Art Glass International Biennial in Braga, Portugal and Commissioned collections include collaborations with Bloomingdale’s in 2016 and 2013, Royal Caribbean International’s Symphony of the Seas luxury cruise ship, and the Fabergé Big Egg Hunt in New York City.

Abby Modell’s Cosmic Butterfly Trio Sculpture

Fine art collectors and design aficionados are invited to experience the ZODIAC: Mysterious Power of the Creative exhibition at the Medici Museum of Art presented by the Feuerman Sculpture Foundation featuring works by Abby Modell, guests will enjoy a VIP Panel & Reception on Friday, July 11th from 5-8pm at the Medici Museum of Art, located at 9350 E Market Street in Howland, Ohio 44484.

For further information: www.abbymodell.com
Follow Abby Modell on Instagram @AbbyModell