Upcoming Glass Events

Is there a better way to lift yourself out of the late August doldrums than enjoying the company of other glass artists?

August 29 Guild Picnic Independence, OR Mid-Willamette Valley folks, there’s still time to RSVP for this picnic at Maganda Glassworks. Everyone is welcome, so bring a friend who is interested in glass, even if they are not yet a member.

September 1 PNWGG Board Meeting on Zoom. Board meetings are open to the membership, and the agenda is posted online.

September 5-7 Art in the Pearl Demonstration Booth, Portland, OR. This is an exciting new opportunity for the Guild. We will have a demonstration booth at this very popular art event attended by more than 50,000 people over Labor Day weekend. Sign up today for a volunteer shift and showcase your glass skills. Even if you are unable to commit to a demo, mark your calendar to attend and say hello to fellow Guild members.

As always, check out the Guild’s Events Calendar for updated information and details about events.

It’s hot, but the sun brings out the beautiful glass refractions we all love. Take some time to enjoy glass with others at one of the upcoming events around the region.

August 15 Guild Picnic. Fairview, OR. RSVP today for this Guild picnic hosted by Margie Rieff at her lakefront home just outside Portland. Talk glass and share good food with other glass aficionados. For the brave, Margie has a couple of kayaks and a paddle board available. Members and non-members alike are welcome to attend the picnic. Contact her at therieffs at gmail.com for the address and more details.

August 15-16 Fresh Paint Festival. Everett, WA Visit member Mel Williams’ booth, and check out the many other artists showing their work in the Schack Art Center’s big summer art show in downtown Everett. This vibrant event features over 100 artist booths, live entertainment, interactive activities, glassblowing, and more.

August 22-23 Silverton Arts Festival, Silverton, OR Guild member Kathy Kollenburn of Wildflower Fusing will be part of this juried event featuring 75 artists from around the Northwest. Find her at booth 20, under the trees in Coolidge-McClaine Park.

Here are some events to get you started:

CHANGED: Jan. 21, 2:00 pm: Open house for Guild Members in Fairview OR (east of Portland)

Jan. 15, 7:00 pm: Board meeting via Zoom (it was rescheduled from last week)

Jan. 28, 3:30 pm: General meeting via Zoom, “Working With Enamels“

Feb. 4, 11:00 am: Glass etc. Potluck Brunch in Seattle

April 19-21: Gathering of the Guilds in Portland
Registration and other info will be available soon.

Increase your skills this year. See the “Find a Teacher” list for links to see member-teachers’ new classes.
For more skill building tips members can log in and view videos of past General Meetings under Glass>Education

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Celebrating 60 years of art, music, and food in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Featuring Guild members Cheryl Chapman, Mitzi Kugler, Mari Aoki Knight, and many other artists in a variety of media. https://lakewood-center.org/festival-of-the-arts/

It’s a great time of year for a road trip, and this weekend you can take in the scenery and stop at two fabulous art shows in Oregon.

August 1 Visit with more than 8 talented glass artists at the Guild’s inaugural Mid-Willamette Valley Glass Art Show and Sale being held at Guild Sponsor Maganda Glasswork’s in Independence, OR. Located less than 90 minutes from downtown Portland, it’s close enough for the day, or spend the night and enjoy a scenic, 2-hour drive to Rockaway Beach the next morning.

July 31 – August 2 Join Guild President Barbara Kienle alongside other Northwest artists at the 49th Annual Rockaway Beach Arts and Crafts Fair in this charming town south of Cannon Beach.

Glass inspiration, artist conversations, the beautiful Willamette Valley and Oregon coast, great food, and a fantastic road trip combine to make a weekend of summer fun!

October 3, 4, 10, 11 Whatcom Artist Studio Tour, Bellingham area, WA: Be inspired by the work of 40 northwest Washington artists, including PNWGG member Anita Merina.

October 15-18 Refract, Seattle area, WA: This annual festival of all things glass has something for everyone. Many events are free.

October 17-18 Glass and Decor Studio Tour, Seattle, WA: Say hello to many PNWGG members at this annual studio tour in north Seattle and enter to win art in a drawing at each studio. It’s the perfect accompaniment to the Refract events, and a chance to meet artists in their studios.

Members: If you are displaying your work in an upcoming show during the holiday season, please let us know at least 2 weeks in advance, and we can help you promote it! Login and fill out the form. It’s quick and easy, and a great way to let glass lovers and your fellow artists know about your show!