Washougal Studio Artists Tour May 13-14

Both booths are 10’x10′: one has a corner ($475 + commission) and one is in-line, i.e. no corner ($400 + commission). Show and sell your work to the anticipated thousands of attendees of this free annual event April 19-21 in Portland. Last year’s attendance was just over 13,000 and the GOTG publicity team estimates it may even reach 30,000 this year based on the huge increase in response they are already getting. You must be a current PNW Glass Guild member and sign up for your booth before March 1st or the space will be re-allocated. See the registration page for details.

Come and talk glass. We’ve got 3 potluck picnics scheduled so far. Come to all 3 if you can. Spouses and non-member glass friends are also welcome. Please contact the host to let them know you’re planning to attend so they have enough chairs etc. — it makes it so much easier for the host if they can get it set up in advance.

Turner OR picnic (near Salem): Sunday July 16th, noon to 4 pm (Rose and Gerald McBride)

Washougal WA picnic (near Portland): Saturday August 5th, 1 to 5 pm (Kate Nichols and Linda Roman)

Seattle WA picnic: Sunday August 13th at 11 am (Karen Seymour)

Another way to get together with Glass Guild members this summer is to hold a Play Day see https://www.pnwglassguild.org/play-days/ for inspiration. Log in and fill out the form under About>Contact Us to get your event on the calendar.

Don’t miss the upcoming Guild General Meeting on Sunday, May 17th at 3:30 pm. Guild member Milo Snyder will share his unique approach to cast glass, and how to use digital fabrication and casting techniques to create complex glass forms that shape light and atmosphere. The meeting is on Zoom, so it’s easy to join us from the comfort of your own home.

Beloved shop, community art hub, and Guild sponsor Melt Glass Art Supply in Vancouver, WA is looking for a new owner. See the letter below from owner SheriAnn Spurlock.

Dear Fellow Glass Professionals,

After fifteen incredible years of building, teaching, and growing with the glass community, I
have decided that it is time for me to move on to my next chapter. With a mix of pride and
nostalgia, I am reaching out to share that Melt Glass Art Supply is officially for sale.
As many of you know, Melt is more than just a retail space; it is a hub for education and a
home for artists. Over the last decade and a half, I have poured my heart into creating a
space where creativity thrives and high-quality supplies are accessible.

What I am looking for:
My primary goal is to find a successor who understands the value of the community we’ve
built. I am looking for a buyer who is ready to step into this role within the next year—
someone with the passion to maintain the high standard of service my customers expect
and the vision to lead the business into its next decade.

The Opportunity:

• A well-established brand with a loyal, 15-year customer base.
• A fully functional teaching studio and retail operation.
• A reputation for excellence within the regional and national glass community.
  
  This is a “turn-key” opportunity for an artist or entrepreneur looking to make a significant
  impact in the art glass world.
  
  If you or someone you know might be the right fit to carry the torch at Melt Glass Art
  Supply, please reach out to Anthony O’Neil at 1-206-226-3430 or Aoneil@tworld.com for
  more information about the sale specifics and to sign an NDA, etc. You can also feel free to
  contact me directly at 1-360-771-5617 or info@meltglass.com to arrange a tour of the shop
  or to ask more industry-specific questions.
  
  Thank you for being such an integral part of my journey over the last 15 years. I can’t wait
  to see who will lead Melt into its next era.

Warmly,
SheriAnn Spurlock
OWNER, MELT GLASS ART SUPPLY

Happy Glassy New Year! There are several glass events in the next few months that you don’t want to miss

January
12 Monday 7 pm Board Meeting via Zoom: Come hear some of the things planned for the new year and provide input and additional ideas. All members welcome.
25 Sunday 3:30 pm General meeting via Zoom: Kiln Casting and Connections to Nature

February
22 Sunday 3:30 pm General Meeting via Zoom: TBA

March
1 Sunday 11 am Potluck Glass Brunch in Seattle
22 Sunday 3:30 pm General Meeting via Zoom: TBA
28 Saturday 11 am Vendor Fair in Redmond WA at sponsor NW Art Glass

April
25-27 Gathering Of the Guilds in Portland: registration info will be out soon, probably in the Guild’s January 14th Newsletter

The Jan 14th newsletter will focus on teaching and taking classes, comments and insights welcome. We encourage members who teach or want to hold Play Days to log in and get your events on the calendar. We’ll try to feature as many as we can (deadline Friday, Jan 9th).

Join Margie Rieff Wednesday night March 26th at 6:30 for a Sherlocking meeting. Bring one of your glass pieces and get feedback. Bring an appetizer to share. Please send Margie an email if you are attending.

May 5 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Pacific Time: via Zoom

Kiln Carving will be discussed on May 5, 2024 at 3:30 pm

Via Zoom join us as speakers Greta Schneider, Rae Williamson and Carlyne Lynch share the process of kiln carving, which involves cutting a pattern or design in ceramic fiber paper and stacking glass on top of the pattern and firing the piece in a kiln.

Contact the VPs, Barb Kienle and Carlyne Lynch, to get on the speakers list if you want to share on the topic.

Zoom Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83686557347?pwd=Y2hwTFgwSDlOZ0t0NjFTRjFla0ovdz09