2010 Get Involved with the Glass Art Society

There are many opportunities to get involved with the GAS conference, and to contribute to keeping GAS a vital, growing organization. GAS is a non-profit organization funded by its own membership. We are counting on your support. Thank you!

Auction

Goblet Grab

Work Exchange / Volunteer

Artist Portfolio Review

Education Resource Center / School Presentations

International Student Exhibition

Donate to the Annual Glass Art Society Auction

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Donate to the Annual Goblet Grab

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Participate in the Annual Conference Work Exchange/Volunteer Program

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Artist Portfolio Review

Marriott Skybox
Friday, June 11, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Gallery owners, curators, educators, and artists will be available to review portfolios of GAS conference attendees. Artists should bring either a slide, photograph, or electronic portfolio (electronic portfolios are preferred and may be reviewed on the reviewer’s or artist’s computer.)

A sign-up sheet will be available at the conference registration area and online. Reviews will last 10-15 minutes each. A limited number of slots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Education Resource Center

Marriott Rose Foyer
Friday, June 11, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm; Saturday, June 12, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The Education Resource Center will be a space where students and those interested in continuing their pursuit of glass education may come to pick up materials and information. All educational facilities: universities, colleges, public access studios, summer programs, studios, etc., who offer instruction in glass-working and wish to be represented in the Education Resource Center are requested to provide literature. Each school is also encouraged to send a representative to be present to answer questions during the conference. Please note that GAS does not provide a conference pass for participation in the Education Resource Center, School Presentations or Posters Project.

If you want to bring your handouts and drop them off early, or to ship materials ahead of time, please contact the GAS office for shipping information.

School Presentations

Marriott Skybox
Saturday, June 12, 2:00 pm - 3:45 pm

All schools, both college level programs and non-degree programs, are also invited to participate in School Presentations which are a forum where 10-minute Power Point presentations are given by a representative of the school. Reservations for a presentation slot must be received by April 15, 2010. Contact info@glassart.org for details. Please note that GAS does not provide a conference pass for participation in the Education Resource Center, School Presentations or Posters Project.

Posters Project Exhibit

Marriott Thoroughbred/Filly
Friday, June 11, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm (set up 9 am - 12:00 pm)
Saturday, June 12, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Faculty and students are encouraged to apply to the Glass Art Society Posters Project. This new Posters Porject will highlight recent research conducted by student and/or faculty during the last academic year. Research will be displayed at the 2010 conference. For information on the application procedures, please contact the GAS office. Please note that GAS does not provide a conference pass for participation in the Education Resource Center, School Presentations or Posters Project.

International Student Exhibition

Marriott Win-Place-Show
Friday, June 11, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday, June 12, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

The International Student Exhibition invites all Glass Art Society student members who are currently enrolled full-time in an accredited degree-seeking program to participate. All work must be current, original, professionally crafted, and contain glass as the main element.

How to participate:
Deliver your student work to:

Marriott Win-Place-Show

Wednesday, June 9, 12:00 pm - 5 pm;
Thursday, June 10, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.

The official opening will be on Friday, June 11, at 4:00 pm.

Students are encouraged to hand-carry their work to the conference. Insurance and shipment of the artwork are the responsibility of the artist. Neither GAS nor The Marriott are responsible for theft or damage to artwork. Please ensure that your work is delivered in reusable packaging.

Restrictions: No more than ONE item may be submitted by each student. Due to limitations in display possibilities, the piece must not exceed 30 lbs (15 kg) or 20" (50 cm) in any dimension. It must be possible to be handled (lifted and moved) easily by one person. Installations or groupings may be submitted, but each element within the grouping must adhere to weight and size restrictions. Any group, diptych or triptych will be sold as one piece. Clear installation instructions must accompany each work. No work will be hung on the walls or from the ceiling.

Awards: Previously, more than $6,000 in cash and supplies has been awarded. The first prize winner will receive a $1,000 cash award from The Corning Museum of Glass. All award winners will be acknowledged in the Glass Art Society 2010 Journal.

Sales: We encourage sales at this event by cash or check made directly to GAS. Artists will receive 80%. (Visa/MasterCard also accepted.) Buyers must make their own arrangements for shipping work. Payments, purchases, and all unsold artwork MUST be picked up Saturday, June 12, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at the Marriott Win-Place-Show. Pieces left after June 12, 4:00 pm will become the property of GAS.

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