Nice feature on Refract favorite @jasonchrisglass
Reposted @benzaitencenter On February 20th, visiting artist @jasonchrisglass captivated audiences with a live demonstration, bringing an iconic glass dragon to life in the hot shop.
Watch the full interview to learn more about Jason’s artistic journey, techniques, and inspiration. 🐉
📸: @arosiproductions
#glassblowing #benzaitencenter #jasonchristian #glass #glassdragon
Refract 2026 is a year of celebrating milestone anniversaries in our community.
We are excited for Dale and Leslie, together with Team Chihuly, past and present, as they revisit this monumental, career defining moment in Dale's career.
Reposted @lesliechihuly Last evening we gathered at The Boathouse with our incredible Seattle arts community to celebrate the kick-off of “CHIHULY: Venice 2026.”
It was especially meaningful to have our presenting partners, Pilchuck Glass School and Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, there alongside many of our ambassadors, donors and sponsors, including Delta Air Lines, Solea, and Vignalta.
In The Hotshop, Dale and the team brought a “Venetian” to life. Dale has been working on this series since the late 80’s. Maestro Lino Tagliapietra worked with Dale and the team on these works in the early days.
Dale shared a great story about how, as a young artist in the 1960s, he boarded a ship from New York to Italy. His friend Robert Hendrickson traveling with him offered a piece of advice “When you get to Italy, shave off that beard, buy a new sport coat, get yourself some wraparound shades, and don’t look back.”
That was the beginning of a lifelong connection to Venice — one that continues as we mark the 30th anniversary of “Chihuly Over Venice.”
From April through November, “CHIHULY: Venice 2026” will feature three new monumental works on the Grand Canal, alongside an archival presentation at the Istituto Veneto di Scienze, Lettere ed Arti, located in Palazzo Loredan, curated by Suzanne Geiss.
Next stop: Venice!
#chihulyvenice2026 #chihulyovervenice #chihuly #seattle
Save the date for one of the premier art events of the year, Pilchuck Glass School’s 48th Annual Auction & Gala 🎉🎨
📆 Saturday, October 17
📍Fremont Studios, Seattle, Washington
🔗 Learn more and mark your calendar at pilchuckauction.org
Join our community of artists and generous supporters to raise critical funds for Pilchuck’s transformative program. The Pilchuck Annual Auction & Gala is a unique moment in time when art, history, community, and entertainment intersect.
Tickets include an art auction featuring artwork from renowned international glass artists, an inspiring program highlighting Pilchuck’s mission, a gourmet dinner and drinks, after party and more surprises!
Your invitation and link to register is coming soon. In the meantime, save the date for a magical evening on October 17.
#pilchuckglassschool #nonprofit #savethedate #auction #artcommunity
The Refract 2026 Kick Off Meeting Is Underway!!
We are excited to meet with our participating artists and organizations to plan Year 8.
Mark your calendars- October 15-18.
Thank you to @chihulygg for hosting our meeting.
More to come!!!
Check this out this great opportunity to meet Jen and Jeremy on 1st Thursday.
Reposted @pilchuckglassschool Join us on February 5 at our Seattle Office & Studio in @pioneersquare for a special presentation from Seattle-based artists, Jen Elek and Jeremy Bert! 👏🔥🎨
📆 Feb 5, 6 pm – 7 pm
📍240 2nd Ave S, Ste 100, Seattle, WA
🎟️ Free admission! Please RSVP at pilchuck.org
Jen and Jeremy will discuss their recent projects, including their permanent installation at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as well as their exhibition during Pilchuck’s third annual Light the Forest event. Jen and Jeremy’s work is on display at @travergallery as part of their current exhibition. This presentation will give you a window into the fascinating world of glass, and the artists that make Pilchuck Glass School the place where the glass world comes together.
Please RSVP for this free event at pilchuck.org!
#pilchuckglassschool #lectureseries #artisttalk #glassartist #seattle
Enjoy my podcast conversations with
Austin Stern
Now on YouTube!
/austin-stern/
And Minhi England
/minhi-england/
NOW
on
Talking Out Your Glass podcast!
Subscribe or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts…wherever you stream!
#talkingoutyourglass
Collaborative demo between @sternglass and #@m.i.n.h.i at @prattfinearts during the annual @refractseattle event. Thank you to everyone who helped and everyone who came to watch us make it happen!
2025 Year in review. A year of making….connections, friendship, & new work. A year of exploration and sharing. A look back to make time for gratitude to bring forward to the new year.
Wishing you peace, health & happiness!
Many thanks to @pilchuckglassschool@hilltopartists@refractseattle@seattleglassblowing@sonoranglass
#seattleglass #glassart #blownglass #handblownglassart #hotglass #glassblowing
A huge congratulations to @prattfinearts as it kicks off its 50th year anniversary with a party @travergallery this Sunday December 6, 3-5pm.
Join us, and many others as we celebrate a creative hub that has supported, and continues to support many artists in their artistic journey.
This is a public event but RSVP to help Pratt and Traver prepare!
✨ @stephanietrenchard finished up the weekend of @refractseattle and needless to say—her demonstration was incredible❤️🔥
🏙️Visit Seattle Glassblowing Studio to watch live glassblowing, shop for handmade glass art or book a class!
💞 Follow @seattleglassblowing for more❤️🔥
#explore #viral #trendy #reel #viralreel #viralreels #trendingsound #fyp #reeloftheday #trendingreels #inspiration #artistatwork #refractseattle #seattle #thingstodoinseattle #glassblowing #satisfyingvideos #relaxingvideos #hotglass #hotshop
📍Blowing Sands Glass Studio, Seattle
Get ready to turn up the heat 🔥 at @blowingsandsglassstudio in Ballard!
This glass studio gives you the chance to create your very own glass masterpiece — from pumpkins to ornaments and more. 🍂
David, the owner, walks you step by step through the glassblowing process, breaking down the science behind the art so even first-timers (like me!) can feel confident.
You can choose to make your own one-of-a-kind piece or pick up a pre-made creation from their gallery — either way, you’ll leave with something beautiful.
A fun, hands-on experience for all ages and the perfect fall activity to spark your creativity. 💫
Thank you @blowingsandsglassstudio and @kirstenandresenpr for #hosting us!
Tag someone who you’d want to try this activity with!
📍 5805 14th Ave NW Seattle, WA 98107
#SeattleArts #RefractSeattle #BlowingSandsGlass #BallardSeattle #GlassBlowing #SeattleEvents #PNWActivities
✨what an amazing @refractseattle Demonstration with @danalexanderglass ❤️🔥
Stop by to learn the art of glassblowing by taking a class, see live glassblowing in action and shop our beautiful gallery shop❤️🔥
@yoshiiiiiiiiiiiie@kinlow.glass@treeglick@chelsealittman
#seattle #glassblowing #glassart #thingstodoinseattle #processvideo #artistatwork #relaxingvideos #satisfyingvideos
