Noticeboards Category: Exhibitions

Exhibition of fused glass artwork

Please come and visit: “From Sea to Sky”, a vibrant new glass exhibition by the UK Glass Art Collective, taking place at Ferrers Gallery (Staunton Harold, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 1RU).

The launch event will be held on Saturday, 31st May, from 1–3 PM, and we’d love for you to join us to celebrate the opening. The exhibition features a beautiful and diverse collection of contemporary fused and cast glass art, exploring themes inspired by nature’s elements and the artists’ personal journeys through glass.

Exhibition Details:
“From Sea to Sky” – by the 14 members of the UK Glass Art Collective
Ferrers Gallery, Staunton Harold, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 1RU
30th May – 15th June
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 AM – 4 PM (Free Entry)
Launch Event: Saturday 31st May, 1–3 PM

Whether you’re an art enthusiast, educator, student, or just curious, the event is a great opportunity to connect, enjoy the work, and meet the artists.

Please feel free to share this with any students, colleagues, or friends who may be interested.

Shelter Norfolk 30th Anniversary Art Exhibition

‘Shelter Norfolk 30 Anniversary Art Exhibition’
24th -29th April – The Undercroft , 21 Haymarket, Norwich

David Reekie – Displaced VI
We are living in a troubled world where anger, cruelty, self-interest, and injustice are driving people from their homes. Unfortunately, this has always been the case from time immemorial and for many reasons we seem unable to live peacefully with each other.

On The Green Edge

On The Green Edge is an exhibition that features the work of three artists who connected through their deep commitment to the natural environment and concerns for it’s fragility.

On The Green Edge

On The Green Edge is an exhibition featuring the work of three artists who connected through their deep commitment to the natural environment and concerns for it’s fragility.

Glass Renewed: Hannah Gibson and The History of Glass

“This new exhibition presents glass artworks by award-winning artist Hannah Gibson, shown alongside outstanding examples of glass from the Robert Opie collection.

The Museum of Brands display brings together spectacular artworks and historic glass to explore the materiality and sustainability of glass. Alongside pieces from Hannah’s Recycling Narratives: Whispering Sweet Nothings series, selections from the glass collection delve into the history of glass making, the beauty of glass and future of its production.

Hannah’s art glass sculptures are inspired by childhood memories and the stories that are embedded in everyday objects. The glass used in the sculptures is reclaimed from discarded objects and the work touches issues such as environmental responsibility and previous systems of reusing glass. The artworks open up the museum collection looking at how the colour and form of glass is used in branding, as well as the glass heritage of many popular consumer products” .

‘FULL CIRCLE’ is launched!

Our brand new online glass exhibition has gone live on our Contemporary Glass Society website! 7th April, 2025.

We are so very proud to present 64 superb UK and international glass artists who responded to the theme of the show.

Please visit the link head to the ONLINE EXHIBITIONS page. Most work is for sale. If you wish to make a purchase, please contact the artist directly. Thank you.

Sculpture in the landscape 2025

Emma Butler-Cole Aiken is exhibiting stained glass sculptures ‘Phoenix’ and ‘Mecanopsis Dance’ at the stunning Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park in North Yorkshire.
Booking in advance via website essential.

Apply for London Glass Blowing Exhibition

AN EXCITING CALL FOR ARTISTS!

Apply to take part in the CGS ‘Mirage” Exhibition at London Glassblowing Gallery 6th – 29th June, 2025.

An exhibition of CGS members’ work – with the theme Mirage

Submissions will be made via CuratorSpace.
https://www.curatorspace.com/opportunities/detail/mirage–cgs-members-at-london-glassblowing-gallery/8870

The deadline for applications is 31st March, 2025.

Theme: An exhibition celebrating glass’s 4th dimension

The Contemporary Glass Society is delighted to have the opportunity once again to collaborate with London Glassblowing in 2025. Peter Layton of London Glassblowing was one of the founding members of CGS and is still a guiding light and one of the foremost promoters of contemporary glass throughout the UK. CGS really appreciate his continuing support as we launch our next exhibition at London Glassblowing.

We invite glass artists from across the UK to submit your most captivating and innovative pieces that push the boundaries of the visual illusions that can be achieved through the incredible medium of glass. We want to showcase the magic and mystery that glass can embody with craft pieces that manipulate form, colour and light to challenge the viewer’s perceptions. Overseas artists are also invited to apply for inclusion in the Gallery’s online catalogue of the exhibition.

The exhibition is open to all UK based CGS members and their work will be displayed in the gallery and will be included in the gallery’s online catalogue. International CGS members can apply at a reduced application fee but will only be included in the gallery’s online Mirage exhibition catalogue. Their work will NOT be included in the physical exhibition but will be for sale and seen as part of the overall Mirage exhibition.

Work should have been made since January 2023 or can be made especially as a response to the exhibition’s theme. Up to two pieces of work can be submitted, or a group of small pieces. Work must comprise of at least 50% glass. Maximum size of an individual piece of work or group of related pieces is:

Freestanding – 40cm in width, 40cm in depth. Height unrestricted

Wall hung – 60 x 60cms

Glass Renewed: Hannah Gibson and the History of Glass

Glass Renewed: Hannah Gibson and the History of Glass

This new exhibition presents glass artworks by award-winning artist Hannah Gibson, shown alongside outstanding examples of glass from the Robert Opie collection.

The Museum of Brands display brings together spectacular artworks and historic glass to explore the materiality and sustainability of glass. Alongside pieces from Hannah’s Recycling Narratives: Whispering Sweet Nothings series, selections from the glass collection delve into the history of glass making, the beauty of glass and future of its production.

Hannah’s art glass sculptures are inspired by childhood memories and the stories that are embedded in everyday objects. The glass used in the sculptures is reclaimed from discarded objects and the work touches issues such as environmental responsibility and previous systems of reusing glass. The artworks open up the museum collection looking at how the colour and form of glass is used in branding, as well as the glass heritage of many popular consumer products .

CGS Meet the Makers from ‘Light and Dark’

JOIN US ON ZOOM on Wednesday 12th March at 7.30pm GMT for a fantastic evening where all the makers taking part in our online glass exhibition “Light and Dark” have the chance to talk to you about their piece and inspiration!

Members, please sign in via the links in your member e-bulletin.

Non-members, you will need to join as a member to take part.

Membership gives you full access to all our live online events, and all live recorded talks.