There’s a show out in Palm Springs that I want to check out…Swimming Pools in Southern California that’s part of the Pacific Standard Time series of shows across Southern California. So I wanted to get more information about what else … Read More...
GAS Conference 2012 – Toledo, OH
June 13-17, 2012 is the 42nd annual Glass Art Society Conference and it’s being held in Toledo, OH. 50 years ago the Art Glass Movement officially started in Toledo so GAS figured this would be the appropriate place to hold … Read More...
Glass Craft is Right Around the Corner!
Are you going to Las Vegas for Glass Craft and Bead Expo? I know I am and I can’t wait. It’s all about the glass!!! And then there’s a dose of Vegas thrown in too. If you haven’t gone … Read More...
Bullseye Catalog and Sale in One Post
Here’s a couple things from Bullseye Glass. It’s time for the new catalog! Yea ha!! I know that when it does show up my glass buddies and I get so excited! “Did you get yours?” You have to sign … Read More...
Bullseye Show as Mentioned in Glass Quarterly Hot Sheet
I mentioned this a few posts back and now The Glass Quarterly Hot Sheet is mentioning it. Bullseye’s got a new show and it’s going to be awesome! It’s Facture: Artists at the Forefront of Painterly Glass. The opening is … Read More...
Artists in the Forefront of Painterly Glass at Bullseye Gallery
I’ve been exploring a more painterly technique in glass and look up to the artists in the next show at Bullseye Gallery in Portland. I’ve even written about a couple of them including Kari Minnick and Michael Janis. Also included … Read More...
Fresh Classes at Bullseye Santa Fe
Classes in January have been listed for Bullseye Santa Fe’s Resource Center. There’s basic kiln forming, casting and Painting with Glass. Al fabulous classes that will truly expand your glass skills. They also offer open studio time if you’ve … Read More...
Jeff Zimmer’s Images in Glass
Thanks to Daily Art Muse for profiling Jeff Zimmer and his lovely glass (scroll down). He studied with Michael Janis over at Washington Glass School, someplace I’d love to visit, and has been creating the most wonderful glass art since. … Read More...
Last Call for Emerge at Bullseye
The deadline is approaching! I know I’m getting my act together to get my application in. But Bullseye is sending out a reminder since the deadline is December 7th. Hurry!! What am I talking about? Emerge…Bullseye’s glass competition for emerging … Read More...
Fresh Classes at Bullseye Santa Fe
The classes at Bullseye are the ones you want to take whether your a glass enthusiast or an instructor that wants to add to your teaching skills. Their design and teaching approach are sophisticated and leave you with work that … Read More...
Painting with Powders – Glass Powders
I’m involved in a powder painting…glass powders. I’ve made a pastel and I’m working on recreating it with glass powders. I’ve done tests and am still planning on some more. I’ve been mixing the powders with glue and making a … Read More...
Spirit of 96 ShinDig at Pacific Art Glass!!
I know it’s short notice since this is tomorrow, Tuesday Nov 15 and Wednesday Nov 16, but if you’re in the Los Angeles area there are good glass times ahead over at Pacific Art Glass. I’ve copied their copy … Read More...
Faux Mercury Glass Tutorial
Here’s a tutorial that doesn’t require a kiln or a torch or any of the usual tools and equipment we need for our various glass adventures. This is a faux mercury glass tutorial that I found over at Take the … Read More...
Bullseye Glass Updates Their Web Site
Bullseye Glass has updated their web site to make it easier for you to navigate. Now some of us may not like change but having wandered around it I think it’s great. They’ve added a social networking feature to the … Read More...
Glass Fest at Pacific Art Glass this Weekend!
There was glass blowing and bead making and boro torchwork and vitrigraph…a big glass sale (ends tomorrow)! It must have been Glass Fest at Pacific Art Glass! It’s their once a year party and sale that brings enthusiasts and … Read More...
Artist Talk at Bullseye – Stacy Lynn Smith
If only Bullseye Glass were closer. I would go to so many more events there. Especially the free artist talks. And the one I’m writing about here is with artist Stacy Lynn Smith as she describes her works in paper … Read More...
What’s New at The Corning Museum of Glass
It’s been awhile since we checked in over at the Corning Museum of Glass. They always have cool exhibits and events, so if you reside on the east coast or you’re headed that way, check it out. Some of … Read More...
Parrish and Minnick at Helios in 2012
Two fabulous instructors and glass artists are booked to teach over at Helios Kiln Glass Studio in Austin, TX for 2012. These are the types of classes that will fill up quickly! Wander over to the site and check out … Read More...
How to from Curbly: Make Glowing Firefly Jars
I love getting my newsletters in my email box from Curbly. There’s always some cool DIY project. This one has to be one of the all time easiest project I’ve come across. Not just on Curbly but on any of … Read More...
How to Dye Clear Glass Any Color – from Curbly and Craftberry Bush
Here’s a glass project anyone can do. You don’t need a torch or a kiln…all you need is some clear glasses and Mod Podge and food coloring. I found this tutorial first at Curbly but they redirected everybody over to … Read More...