HOT GLASS Exhibition & Competition

The Allegany Arts Council welcomes artists working in hot/warm glass media to enter its first "Hot Glass Exhibition and Competition" at the Saville Gallery in downtown Cumberland, MD from August 12 through September 3, 2017. This call includes glass blowing, lampworking, slumping, casting, and fusing. Each artist may enter up to 6 pieces. Prize awards include First Place $1000, Second Place $750, and Third Place $500. Items entered into the exhibition can be offered for sale by the artist.

The Arts Council will host demonstrations and workshops to educate the audience about this art discipline. The gallery uses the Arkawa hanging system, so all wall-mounted works must be wired or "D" ringed on the back. Multiple small-part installation artwork should be mounted on a backing. Space is available for pieces that hang in windows. Locking cases are available for small items, and pedestals are provided for sculptural works that are not free standing.

Entry fee is $20.00 with an additional $10.00 media fee. Work samples should include 1-6 images. Important dates: Show dates August 12 - September 2, Reception August 19, Delivery/drop-off by August 8, Pick-up September 3 (or by special arrangement). Judge Nancy Weisser is an award-winning glass artist and educator who owns Weisser Glass Studio in Kensington, MD.