Events

Installed in the Seattle Convention Center’s Summit exterior windows is Proto Kelp, an installation by Kait Rhoads, a celebration of kelp as a foundational species. The artwork is made of sisal rope and blown glass tubes that have publicly generated words of appreciation for kelp engraved onto them. Supported by the Office of Arts and […]

Join us at the Traver Gallery Ship Canal location to see On Perspective, a new exhibition of dimensional paintings by Seattle-based artist Bronson Shonk. For this exhibition, Shonk paints directly on multiple layers of glass, laminating them together to form works that hover between painting and sculpture. The resulting pieces suspend painted flowers in a […]

Master neon glass artist Kelsey Fernkopf will install a selection of his neon sculptures at Foster/White Gallery, activating the space to create an unforgettable experiential environment. 

October welcomes the return of our beloved annual group glass exhibition, Luminosity. This showcase brings together an extraordinary array of both well-established and growing glass artists at Stonington Gallery, presented in tandem with Refract. Here, Northwest Native glass art takes center stage, where contemporary techniques meet the breadth and beauty of Indigenous imagery. Featuring works […]

Come and enjoy the studio glass from the Collection.

Experience glass art that can only be seen at the world premiere exhibition of The MiG-21 Project, South African artist Ralph Ziman’s 5-year, multidisciplinary project transforming a decommissioned Cold War era, Soviet-designed MiG-21 fighter jet into a stunning work of art entirely covered in tens of millions of colorful glass beads. The re-imagined jet turns […]

One of the truly nice things about glass blowing is the community one can find there. This show brings together the work of new and old friends, celebrating a shared joy in the medium of glass.

Come visit Tacoma Glass Gallery for an amazing gallery featuring local glass.

This exhibition showcases emerging glass artists from the Seattle-Tacoma region whose work sustains the studios, schools, and institutions that define glass in the Pacific Northwest. As assistants, techs, and educators, these artists work tirelessly—often without recognition—while building their own practices in the margins. This show brings their names, voices, and visions to the forefront of […]

Vetri presents Glasscape, a two-person exhibition of new glass works by Andi Kovel and Justin Parker. Longtime collaborators and co-founders of Esque Studio, Kovel and Parker bring distinct yet complementary approaches to glass, continuing a decades-long dialogue rooted in experimentation, technical mastery, and conceptual inquiry. Using transparency, color, and layered construction, Kovel’s new sculptures reimagine landscape […]

Explore the dynamic connection between innovative glass artists and passionate collectors. This exhibit at Gallery Mack showcases exquisite artwork from collectors that love glass.

Traver Gallery and Vetri are pleased to present Glass Compendium, a two-day exclusive exhibition celebrating the past, present, and future of contemporary glass. On view at our waterfront space along the Ship Canal, this special presentation brings together works by artists who have shaped and continue to redefine the field of glass art. The exhibition […]

BARN’s Glass Arts Exhibition: Reflections of the Pacific Northwest showcases the artistry of BARN’s makers, featuring stained glass, mosaics, fused glass, and torchwork inspired by the beauty and spirit of the Pacific Northwest. This event highlights the rich variety of techniques and creative expressions from across BARN’s glass community, including youth, students, and renowned local […]

In honor of Seattle Convention Center’s recent acquisition of her work, we are delighted to offer an afternoon talk with artist Kait Rhoads. Rhoads grew up on a ship in the Caribbean, where her deep curiosity for biological systems began. Since moving to the Northwest, her fascination has grown to include coral colonies and kelp […]

Come experience the magic of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s captivating glass collection on Friday afternoon! Their Public Art collection spans from early commissions including renowned artists such as Linda Beaumont, Cappy Thompson, and Dick Weiss to their most recent acquisitions including the following artists: Weston Lambert, the De La Torre Brothers, and Jeremy Bert and […]

Experience a captivating evening of art, conversation, and wine at the Sheraton Grand Seattle. Join art curator and independent advisor Margery Aronson for an engaging discussion about the hotel’s historic glass art collection, where the stunning works from Dale Chihuly and internationally renowned artists from Pilchuck Glass School take center stage. As you explore the […]

Join Art by Fire for their Last Chance Treasures Sale of clearance and seconds artwork at discounts up to 50% off.

Celebrate the talented glass artists of Pike Place Market during this year’s Artistry in Glass event on Saturday, October 18th. Join Pike Place Market on the MarketFront Pavilion — just steps from the new Overlook Walk — as the exceptional Market glass artists showcase a variety of stunning glasswork and demonstrate their techniques. This free […]

METHOD Gallery is proud to present a special activation of William Passmore's exhibition, "Taut." This event will feature an Indian taco feed and artist reception, offering a unique opportunity to engage directly with the artist and celebrate his work. This is a chance to explore Passmore's compelling sculptural work that incorporates glass, fabric, and wood […]

Seattle Artist Matthew Stern will be showing his blown glass pieces at Pratt's Fusing Studio on Saturday, October 18th 2:00 – 5:00pm.

Not surprisingly, artists have looked to the natural world for inspiration for millennia. And, since the turn of the 20th century, there have been significant moments in which artists have sought to mimic the forms and patterns of nature in glass. Field Notes: Artists Observe Nature begins with works from the Art Nouveau period, roughly […]