Grace Whiteside [Mike Whiteside daughter] wiki, bio, age, net worth, boyfriend?

A sculptor by trade, Grace Whiteside works as a glassblower and installation specialist. Her father, Mike Whiteside is one of the brilliant minds of the reality TV series, Salvage Dawgs. The series features Mike and his partner Robert Kulp, as they journey around landfills searching for treasures among trash. The co-owners of Dog Salvage, both Robert and Mike a very simple motto in mind: There is nothing too weird to salvage. Over the years, Grace has made appearances in the TV series. In this article, we take a closer look at the wiki-bio of Grace Whiteside.

Wiki/Bio Facts

Fact	Value
Full name	Grace Whiteside
Date of birth	April 21, 1995
Age	28 years old
Place of birth	Savannah, Georgia, USA
Current residence	Brooklyn, New York, USA
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	White
Education	BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University, double major in Craft/Material Studies and Sculpture + Extended Media
Occupation	Founder of Sticky, a design company that specializes in glasswork
Website	gracewhiteside.com
Instagram	@graciewhiteside
Net Worth	N/A
Gender identity	Queer and trans
Height	N/A
Hair color	Brown
Eye color	Brown
Artistic influences	Dr. Seuss, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Design Movement, Pop Art, Deco
Signature collection	The Scribble Collection, inspired by child-like markmaking
Blown Away season	Season 3
Blown Away feedback	Praised for the use of color and movement, criticized for the lack of clarity and cohesion

Early Life & Education

Grace Whiteside was born on the 21st of April, 1995 in Savannah, Georgia, U.S. Born to Susie Farris and Mike Whiteside, Grace is one of the two children in the Whiteside household. An alma mater of the Virginia Commonwealth University, Grace is a professional sculptor and has a double major in Craft and Material Studies and Sculpture. She takes after her father in many ways and is a recurring cast member of the series, Salvage Dawgs. Born to a dad who is quite famous, Grace spent much of her early life around the limelight.

Professional Career

If your father is Mike Whiteside, chances are you might not have to search for a job. But for Grace, she has chosen to build rather than take on an established empire from her father. Grace is an expert glassblower who works with wallpaper, tiles, and soap. Her creative side is often visible in Grace’s unique designs, which is what sets her product apart from others. Grace started working in New York right after her college completion. Her brother Taylor Whiteside meanwhile closely works with Mike and attends the business. It is safe to say Taylor looks like to inherited the family business. Grace also has been seen alongside her father in the TV series Salvage Dawgs.

Creating an Alternate Persona

The life of an expert glassblower is not typically easy. Not only is the work taxing on the body but also on the mind. So, to deal with the pressures of her work life, Grace created an alternate persona in the form of Stacy Wallman. This helped Grace to tap into her work and stick with it till the end of the day. It also helped her to tap into her creative potential and not restrict herself as an artist.

Sticky Glass

Grace has been working with glass for over eight years, after discovering her passion for it in college. She has a playful and colorful style that draws inspiration from childhood imagery, pop art and Memphis design. She is the founder and owner of Sticky Glass, an independent creative company based in Brooklyn, New York. Sticky Glass specializes in multi-functional, performative, and collaborative glasswork that reflects Grace’s bright and humorous style. Some of their products include The Scribble Collection, The Banana Collection, The Cactus Collection, and The Sticky Cup.

Grace is not only a talented glassblower but also a performer and a collaborator. Grace also works as a performance artist, exploring the dialogue between glassware and bodily functions. Grace has created interactive and immersive installations that involve glass, sound, light and movement. Grace has also worked with other artists and musicians to create multidisciplinary projects that explore themes such as gender, sexuality, identity and community. 

Salvage Dawgs

By the time Grace got into glass blowing, Mike Whiteside was a renowned name in the television industry. He was achieving nationwide fame and was one of the most sought-after stars of his genre. As a result, Grace spent much of her early life around her father’s workshop. She made several appearances in the Salvage Dawgs series as a young kid. Her merchandise is also featured on the Black Dawgs website including a 40-inch wagon chandelier, an Amber Bell Pendant, a Double Overlay Vase Pendant, and a Funky Pulley Lamp with Grace’s Glass. Grace enjoys what she is doing and is still learning.

Blown Away

Grace Whiteside is a talented and innovative glass artist who has made a name for herself in the television industry. Grace was one of the contestants on the third season of Blown Away, a Netflix reality competition series that showcases the art and craft of glassblowing. Grace competed with nine other skilled artists in various challenges that tested their creativity, technique, and vision. Grace impressed the judges and the viewers with her unique and playful designs. Grace also used the platform to inspire and empower other non-binary trans people who aspire to pursue their passions. Grace was eliminated in the fifth episode of Blown Away. However, Grace did not let this setback stop them from continuing their glasswork career. Grace has also appeared in other media outlets, such as podcasts, magazines, and online platform

Married or Dating a Boyfriend?

Grace Whiteside identifies as a queer and trans person who has always been forced to see the world a little differently. She uses her art to create spaces where queer and trans visibility is optimized and celebrated. She often explores the queer amorphous properties of glass and builds multifaceted relationships with the material.

However, she does not seem to share much about her romantic relationships on her website or social media accounts. She has posted some pictures with friends and colleagues, but none of them indicate that she is in a committed relationship. She may prefer to keep her love life private or focus on her career and artistic endeavors.

Therefore, it is not clear if Grace Whiteside is dating or married. Her love affair and relationship over the years remain a mystery to the public. Perhaps she will reveal more about her personal life in the future, or maybe she will continue to express herself through her amazing glass creations.