Art on an A-Frame 2026 – The Commonwealth
The Commonwealth invites artists to explore the extraordinary diversity, symbolism, and shared humanity of the 56 nations that make up the modern Commonwealth. Through the medium of glass — a material that can be fragile or resilient, transparent or opaque, traditional or experimental — this exhibition seeks to reflect the layered identities, environments, and cultural […]
SGS Travel & Hamilton Taylor Awards 2026
🎨 Purpose of the Awards The Scottish Glass Society (SGS) offers two annual awards supporting emerging glass artists with under 10 years’ experience. These awards help artists access travel, training, and professional development opportunities that can significantly shape their creative growth. 🌍 1. SGS Travel Award – £400 Supports travel for artistic or educational purposes, […]
Alchemy – Scottish Glass Society Annual Exhibition 2025
The Scottish Glass Society (SGS) presents its annual exhibition, Alchemy, at Trades House, 85 Glassford Street, Glasgow,G1 1UH from 17–24 September 2025, open daily from 11am–4pm. This year’s theme explores the transformative nature of glassmaking through the lens of alchemy – once celebrated as the science of turning base metals into gold. Just as ancient […]
2025 Hamilton Taylor Award – Readvertised
The Hamilton Taylor Award of £250 offers funding to artists who wish to attend a UK master class or other short glass course in pursuit of their studies in glass art. With more opportunities opening up for face to face tuition – this is a great time to think about your personal and professional development needs. Applicants […]
Alchemy – SGS 2025 Exhibition Information
The Annual Open Members Exhibition by the Scottish Glass Society Wednesday, 17th September to Wednesday, 24th September 2025 Private View / Opening on Tuesday, 16th September 2025 at 6 pm Held at the Trades Hall, Glasgow Closing date for Submissions Thursday, 31st July 2025 5pm Theme: The 2025 Scottish Glass Society (SGS) annual exhibition has the theme of ‘Alchemy’. The exhibition […]
ART ON AN A-FRAME: GLASGOW 850 Information: Closing Date Extended to Monday 14 July 25
Exhibition Brief: Glasgow 850 – Celebrating 850 Years of Creativity in Glass We are excited to invite glass artists to participate in a unique exhibition that celebrates 850 years of Glasgow’s vibrant history, culture, and creativity. In honour of this milestone, we are seeking small-scale glass works of art that reflect the spirit, transformation, and […]
ART ON AN A-FRAME: Glasgow 850
A Mobile Exhibition by the Scottish Glass Society 15 August to 31 December 2025 At various venues including the Trades Hall, Glasgow, Glasgow Cathedral, The Macintosh Society HQ, WASPS, Hanson Street, Glasgow. Closing date for Submissions extended to Monday 14 July 2025 Exhibition Brief: Glasgow 850 – Celebrating 850 Years of Creativity in Glass We […]
Alchemy
An Open Exhibition for all Members of SGS The Annual Members Exhibition by the Scottish Glass Society Wednesday, 17th September to Wednesday, 24th September 2025 Private View / Opening on Tuesday, 16th September 2025 at 6 pm Held at the Trades Hall, Glasgow Closing date for Submissions Thursday, 31st July 2025 5pm This year’s Scottish […]
New Date; Studio Visit and Talk – Amanda J Simmons Saturday 10 May 2025 @ 1.30pm – 4.00pm at Corsock, Dumfries & Galloway
Studio Visit and Talk – Amanda J SimmonsSaturday 10 May : 1.30pm – 4.00pm at Corsock, Dumfries & Galloway Part of a series of SGS Member Studio Visits and Meetups throughout Scotland in 2025. We are delighted to arrange a visit to Amanda J Simmons studio and gallery in Corsock where she will give an […]
National Icons Exhibition
The Scottish Glass Society 2023 Annual Exhibition National Icons continue to be available on line at National Icons. Please browse the exhibition and support the 26 artists who are exhibiting their unique interpretations of National Icons – its very varied. All work is for sale. Photo curtesy of Art Mag and Tim Kirman
