Open Call: Contemporary Glass Society
20 March 2025
Deadline: March 31, 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.
Glass artists from across the UK are invited 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. CGS 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 – 40 x 40 x 40cms
- Wall hung – 60 x 60cms
The deadline for applications is 31st March, 2025.