The Boathouse is the private working studio and hotshop of artist Dale Chihuly. Acquired in 1989, The Boathouse is representative of Chihuly’s artistic and design aesthetic, showcasing work from the […]
This October celebrates the return of Stonington Gallery’s annual group glass exhibition: Luminosity. This event features works that showcase the development of Northwest Native Glass Art, a movement tying the contemporary medium of glass with traditional imagery of Native communities.
Beccy Feather is a British-born glassmaker who lives and works in Bremerton, WA. Beccy has an MFA from Rochester Institute of Technology and has consistently pushed to elevate her artwork and invest in the education of the community. She navigates daily between the roles of production flame worker, artist, educator, and tea drinker. Her artwork […]
BIMA presents three exhibitions within one — retrospectives of solo work by Seattle artists Dennis Evans and Nancy Mee, plus their collaborative work. This major, combined exhibition features artworks spanning fifty years. Evans’ background includes studies in chemistry, a BFA in Ceramics, and an MFA in Design. Numerous fascinations and inspirations include mythology, religion, philosophy, […]
Co-organized by the Seattle Art Museum and the Baltimore Museum of Art, Joyce J. Scott: Walk a Mile in My Dreams will be the summative career retrospective of one of the most prolific and boundary-breaking artists of our time. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1948, Scott grapples with profound social, historical, racial, economic, and personal […]
A Dance of Glass. Step, dip, blow, spin, trim, stamp, clamp, seal, cut, and anneal. Watch the dance, in person. Our hot shops are open to visitors – come and […]
Come have a hands-on lesson with an experienced glass-blowing instructor. Individuals, groups of up to 5 participants are welcome by appointment. Please email or call for more information or to […]
We invite you to Vetri to explore our collection of contemporary studio glass created by artists from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. We will feature new glass by Netflix's Blown Away contestants, including Season 4 winner Morgan Peterson and Season 1 winner Deborah Czeresko, alongside several other notable contestants. Enjoy exploring our new Marketplace Loft […]
A special exhibit featuring artwork from our demonstrating artists as well as other Northwest glass artists and beyond.
Traver Gallery will be featuring works by contestants of Netflix's Blown Away Season 4. This exhibition includes Season 4 Grand Prize winner Morgan Peterson and Challange #3 winners Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen and Gemma Hollister. Sponsored by Chihuly Garden and Glass.
Visit Traver Gallery to explore their diverse roster of artists who work with glass in unique and innovative ways. They will highlight work by Dale Chihuly, Nancy Callan, John Kiley, Preston Singletary, and more. Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, Traver Gallery is one of the country's premier exhibition spaces for contemporary studio glass, […]
Come see Trenton Quiocho's Fish Trap Series at Bainbridge Arts and Crafts Gallery. Through glass, Quiocho explores ways to preserve and reimagine the rich histories, folktales, and Filipino traditions that have been lost through colonization. A mixed-race Filipino-American artist, Quiocho creates a revitalized, visual language that speaks to his cultural history, and through this, breathes […]
A solo exhibition of new glassworks by Tobias Møhl at Traver Gallery. Møhl says, "My work is about using the Venetian techniques in a Scandinavian way rather than in a Venetian way. It is also about seeing the techniques as a tool to clarify and refine my expression. I have searched for simple details in […]
Exhibition of Tacoma Art Museum's retrospective collection of work by Dale Chihuly. Museum entrance ticket needed to view.
The Pilchuck Glass School, co-founded by Tacoma local, Dale Chihuly, emerged in the 1980s as a world-renowned center for glass art. Metaphor into Form showcases the breadth of creativity that has been nurtured by the Pilchuck Glass School.
The Project Space is a gallery in the Rebecca and Jack Benaroya Wing for focus exhibitions of contemporary glass by Northwest artists. These exhibitions may explore a particular theme or idea in depth or be the work of a single artist. The galleries that surround the Project Space exhibit work from Tacoma Art Museum's studio […]
In this limited docuseries, museum curator Jodie Nelson hosts climate-focused artists who redefine glassmaking. Meet artists who skillfully forge their life journeys into extraordinary glass sculptures that explore our urgent, […]
Since its beginning in 1974, Gallery Mack has been one of the most beloved galleries in Seattle. They are located near Pike Place Market and feature established and celebrated contemporary artists and host exhibitions of rising stars of the northwest region and beyond. Join them in celebrating the Northwest Glass Exhibition featuring work from Gallery […]
A show honoring the 20+ years of glass work and friendships created in the studio at Blowing Sands.
The Boathouse is the private working studio and hotshop of artist Dale Chihuly. Acquired in 1989, The Boathouse is representative of Chihuly’s artistic and design aesthetic, showcasing work from the […]
Watch live glassblowing close-up and talk to the artists about the process. The adjacent gallery will be decorated for Autumn with hundreds of glass pumpkins and gourds for sale in […]
Come experience the magic of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s captivating glass collection on Thursday afternoon! The public art collection spans from early commissions including renowned artists such as Linda Beaumont, […]
Mention Refract at the Art by Fire Gallery for 10% off any item in the gallery.
Glassblowers, this event is just for you! Jeff will be in person at Hot Glass Color for a tool signing. Bring your Red Hot Metal tools in for him to […]
Enjoy a live demonstration by James Mongrain and friends. Onsite capacity is first come, first serve. About James Mongrain: James Mongrain, a self-proclaimed beneficiary of the skills imparted by the […]
Kicking off our sixth anniversary of Refract, ‘Gather’ with us for the opening night party at Chihuly Garden and Glass! Ignite your curiosity with glassblowing demonstrations from amazing glass artists, VIP tours of Chihuly Garden and Glass, music, hors d'oeuvres, signature cocktails, and other special programming to light up the night. This is the night […]
Refract is the nation’s newest festival showcasing creative uses of glass in the Pacific Northwest. Hosted by Chihuly Garden and Glass in partnership with Visit Seattle, this event brings together art organizations and artists alike to showcase what makes our glass community so special.
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