Since 1979, the Glass Artists Fellowship “GAF” has served as a forum for glass artists throughout Colorado and beyond, initiating opportunities for education, sharing, promotion and friendship. Its fundamental goals are accomplished through newsletter distribution, seminars, workshops, guest speakers and field trips to local studios to experience various techniques in art glass.

GAF sponsors two high-profile events to showcase glass art each year. “Glass at the Gardens” is a 10-day show, Sept. 22, 2008. thru Oct. 3rd, at the Botanic Gardens in Denver, Colorado. This is a juried show allowing glass artists to show and sell the very best in glass art to an extensive and sophisticated audience. This show primarily highlights the finest in professional glass art. Student and novice categories are also available, allowing the hobbyist to show and progress in their art.  The “Glass Show at Echters,” Arvada, Colorado, allows artists to sell their work in a more casual, holiday infused atmosphere. Both of these shows are premier exposure opportunities for glass artists.

Originally, the majority of Glass Artists Fellowship members were stained glass artists, but over the years, the membership has grown and evolved to reflect the dynamic nature of art glass.  Our members now include artists in cold, warm, and hot glass in equal numbers.  Add to this the myriad techniques in each of those areas plus the unique and individual styles of our members and you get a diversity beyond rival.