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The Contemporary Glass Society

CGS is the UK’s foremost organisation supporting both established glass artists and up-and-coming makers. Our mission and passion are to promote contemporary glass among the art world and wider public.

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Join our contemporary glass community

CGS is a dynamic and growing community, passionate about contemporary glass. We champion the work of glass artists, fuel the enthusiasm of glass collectors and inspire glass lovers.

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EXHIBITIONS

Enjoy contemporary glass

At CGS our ambition is to enable people to discover more about the amazing medium that is contemporary glass – to see, make, enjoy and buy beautiful glass work.

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Latest News

  • 09-09-2026

    CGS Cabinet of Curiosities – buy your favourite now!

    The Contemporary Glass Society’s (CGS) Cabinet of Curiosities exhibition, which launched at the...

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  • 03-09-2026

    Visit The Other Glass/The Art of Recycled Glass exhibition

    Stourbridge Glass Museum invites visitors to explore a new perspective on glass in a new...

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  • 26-08-2026

    Contemporary glass makers receive 2026 QEST awards

    Two glass specialists have received training grants in the latest round of financial awards from...

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Current Online Exhibition

CGS Online Exhibition – Sign of the Times

Sign of the Times Makers online Talk- TBC End – 12th October Sign of the Times will examine the presence of text, signage, and visual language...

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Members Spotlight

Jagoda Kamov

Jagoda Kamov is a Croatian born, London-based glass artist working across stained glass, glass painting sandblasting, engraving, She trained at...

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Glasslicious

Quirky Shop In Bridgnorth With Stunning Handmade Fused Glass Art , gifts Made in Shropshire Also Vintage,

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Hoseok Youn

South Korea Artist, maker, glassblower Currently based in

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Members Spotlight

Robin Hoerth

I've been drawn to art my whole life and I now dedicate all my available time in the creation of my imaginations inspired by mythical beasts and...

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Become a member

Join our glass community today! Enjoy a wide range of benefits, including access to other glass artists, world-class exhibitions, exclusive discounts, networks, regular news and opportunities to showcase your work.

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Corporate

Our corporate members are a vital part of our network, offering support, information and discounts to CGS members. You can support them too by clicking through.

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Support Us

Your support is invaluable to our charity and makes a real difference. Share in the excitement of contemporary glass, sustaining ground-breaking exhibitions, world-class conferences and award-winning learning programmes and events.

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