Glenn Wesley Griffiths — Cree/First Nations multimedia artist based in Alberta. Griphonmedia blends traditional art with modern fabrication: laser‑engraved metals, infinity tables, 2D/3D graphics, and interactive web experiments.
Bio
Glenn Wesley Griffiths (Griphonmedia) is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans laser engraving, metals, print, painting, and digital media. His work pairs Cree/First Nations storytelling with contemporary tools — from a G‑Weike G2 20W fiber laser and xTool S1 to interactive web and AI‑assisted imagery — to make tactile pieces that play with light, depth, and reflection.
Recent studio explorations include color‑marking stainless steel medallions, deep‑engraved slate coasters, mirrored infinity furniture, and large‑format laminated posters. On the digital side, Glenn experiments with PWA interfaces and motion graphics that feed back into physical installations.
Artist Statement
Where Eagle meets Lion, Spirit finds form. My work explores how ancestral motifs and contemporary fabrication speak to one another. I’m fascinated by how light, reflection, and material — stainless, brass, slate, glass — can carry story. The goal is a living conversation between handwork and high‑tech, between tradition and future‑forward design.
Origin Story
From childhood and even in art class, I often found classmates gathering around to watch me work — it showed me early on that my creativity could inspire curiosity in others. I first learned to draw by copying comic book illustrations and watching cartoons, and that foundation has stayed with me throughout my career. Later in life, while I was studying film, I was called into the Dean's office of the Film and Video College within the first week. I thought I was in trouble. The Dean looked up from his papers, sitting behind his desk as I waited silently. He said, “You’ve watched a lot of TV, eh?” I answered honestly and, a bit ashamed, said “Yes.” He smiled and said, “Great, we need more people like you in this Department.” It was the first time I was ever patted on the back for watching old black and white movies and cartoons. My first big break came when I created a stained-glass piece and boldly carried it up to the executive floor of the Delta Bessborough Hotel without an appointment. I sold it that day, and with the earnings I bought my first computer to explore digital design. As I explored 2D graphics, I wanted to see how I could make them move, especially since I had already studied film. Well, the rest is history.
Early stained-glass work, Delta Bessborough Hotel.
Selected Work (Preview)
Contact
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