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The Contemporary Glass Society

CGS is the UK’s foremost organisation supporting both established glass artists and up-and-coming makers. Our mission and passion are to promote contemporary glass among the art world and wider public.

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Join our contemporary glass community

CGS is a dynamic and growing community, passionate about contemporary glass. We champion the work of glass artists, fuel the enthusiasm of glass collectors and inspire glass lovers.

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EXHIBITIONS

Enjoy contemporary glass

At CGS our ambition is to enable people to discover more about the amazing medium that is contemporary glass – to see, make, enjoy and buy beautiful glass work.

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Latest News

  • 27-04-2024

    Join discussion on digital technology in craft

    As part of its Members’ Day, the Society of Designer Craftsmen (SDC) is inviting members and...

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  • 25-04-2024

    What is in CGS Glass Network magazine #84?

    Glass Network magazine editor, Linda Banks, highlights some of the content in the upcoming print...

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  • 22-04-2024

    Creative chameleon

    Paula Stokes has worn many hats in the art world, including being a glassmaker and supporter of the...

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Current Online Exhibition

“Making Marks” Exhibition – an invitation from CGS to the Guild of Glass Engravers

The Contemporary Glass Society invited members of the Guild of Glass Engravers to take part in an online selected exhibition to run from 4th March...

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Members Spotlight

Hazel Hindle

I studied ceramics in my early years and have always been interested in exploring the potential of different mediums and materials used in various...

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Louisa Raven Glass

Contemporary hand-made blown glass. I make things which I hope will bring joy to people every day. Not things to save for best, but to use and...

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Members Spotlight

Coral Blamire

Contemporary stained glass – traditionally handcrafted. From my studio in Northumberland, I use traditional stained glass techniques to create...

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Members Spotlight

Samphire Glass

My name is Philip, I am a fused glass artist and I have been working with glass for just over 5yrs. What started out as hobby is now a fledgling...

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Blue Skies Glass Studio – Ruth Summers

Ruth is a glass artist who has been designing and creating bespoke contemporary stained glass commissions since 1998. She loves to create glass...

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Become a member

Join our glass community today! Enjoy a wide range of benefits, including access to other glass artists, world-class exhibitions, exclusive discounts, networks, regular news and opportunities to showcase your work.

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Corporate

Our corporate members are a vital part of our network, offering support, information and discounts to CGS members. You can support them too by clicking through.

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Support Us

Your support is invaluable to our charity and makes a real difference. Share in the excitement of contemporary glass, sustaining ground-breaking exhibitions, world-class conferences and award-winning learning programmes and events.

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