May 16-18th, 10 am – 5 pm
Visit 33 artists in 11 studios throughout the Damascus, OR area, southeast of Portland this weekend. PNW Glass Guild member Kathy Kollenburn of Wildflower Fusing will be among those showing their work. See the event listing for an interactive map and more details.
May 25, 2025 @ 3:30-5:00pm. Pacific Time : Via Zoom
Pot melts are a fascinating method for creating free-form glass art. Ever wondered how those mesmerizing, flowing glass pieces are created? This presentation will cover: Pot and glass preparation, kiln setup and firing considerations, dynamics of molten glass flow, safety precautions, tips, finished projects
Our speakers will be Daryl Ryder and Carlyne Lynch.
Zoom Link
Register today for one of these August classes offered by PNW Glass Guild Members.
Addresses And Expletives, August 8-10, taught by Mark Brody in SE Portland OR
3D Garden Mosaics, August 15-17, taught by Mark Brody in SE Portland OR
Flower Power Mosaic Workshop, August 22-23, taught by Kory Dollar in Springfield OR
November 16, 2025 @ 3:30-5:00pm. Pacific Time : Via Zoom
Topic: Float Glass
You have choices! Let us introduce you to an incredible system of glass; more than what you might expect it to be. Start your journey here with us and learn about System 82 Float Glass — a system designed to make glass fusing accessible, affordable, and endlessly creative. We’ll blow the doors wide open on what’s possible with System 82, showing how its professional-grade quality, broad versatility, and approachable pricing give artists more room to create with confidence.
In this demo and talk, we’ll explore:
A clear look at what makes float different and why that difference matters for kilnforming artists
A live demo of sifting, layering, and building your own base sheets
How to harness the versatility of float for a wide range of projects and spark new inspiration
Myth-busting common misconceptions about float glass
A firing strategy that supports rather than restricts your vision
Special offers and goodies just for attendees of this session
Speaker: Lisa Stirrett of Glassy Cuts
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7822930560?pwd=2bH5zvIVs5qGfdM10TR9g74TK83ydv.1&omn=81306757357
Member Shirley Bishop asks that you mark your calendars for the 4th annual Holiday Art Market Tour in Washougal, Washington (northeast of Portland). On November 16-17 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., you can visit her studio and 12 other artists’ studios, and meet 25 local artists. Find inspiration and some great gifts for the holidays. See washougalstudioartists.org for more information.
Saturday, May 6th, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Beaverton YMCA located at 9685 SW Harvest Ct, Beaverton OR (just south of Portland)
(about ½ mile off 217 and Allen, in a separate building with kitchen, bathrooms and plenty of parking).
Our last Vendor Fair was in 2019, so let’s make this a good one! This is a member-only event, so make sure you have renewed your membership beforehand. If you have friends interested in glass, bring them. But remember to have them join the Guild right away. You can renew or join at the door, but it will delay entry into the Fair.
So far, we have 7 tables reserved, and we’re still working to see if more Sponsors can participate.
I’ve already started receiving the donations (over $1,500 in prizes committed so far).
• See the latest in glass art and supplies
• Get in on special pricing or other offers from Sponsors
• Potluck dinner begins at 6:00 – sit and eat or keep shopping, it’s up to you
Watch your Classifieds for more details about the Vendor Fair!
The Vendor Fair is always a great time, so I hope you’ll come out to support our Sponsors and find some awesome glass, supplies, advice and just have fun!
Just so we have an idea of how much food we’ll need, please let me know if you plan to attend the Vendor Fair: Linda Gerrard
Glass Guild Vendor Fair This Sunday
September 21, 2025 @ 2:00 – 6:00 pm Pacific Time.
The Guild’s much-anticipated vendor fair is this coming weekend from 2:00 – 6:00 pm in Wilsonville, OR (20 mi. south of Portland). Vendors from around the region will be showcasing their latest and greatest glass-related goodies. Anyone is welcome to attend this potluck event (yes, bring food to share) but only Guild members can enter a drawing to win one of many prizes donated by vendors and sponsors. Read the full event listing for more information.
General Meeting
September 28, 2025 @ 3:30-5:00pm. Pacific Time : Via Zoom
“Sharing and Sherlocking” is a phrase used to describe a meeting where participants can present their work, seek feedback, and brainstorm new ideas.