Support for Artists

Supporting the success of artists and all Bullseye users is central to our mission. Whether you're an absolute beginner or a seasoned kiln-glass professional, you'll find a wealth of opportunities in the following resources.

Emerge

Hosted at Bullseye Gallery , this biennial exhibition acknowledges the work of students and early-career artists working in kiln-glass. All who are not represented by top galleries are encouraged to apply to the Emerge competition.

BECon

Every two years, aspiring and accomplished kiln-glass professionals from around the globe gather to network, compare notes and expand their horizons at BECon , the Bullseye Conference.

Bullseye Gallery

Set in Portland’s art-rich Pearl District, Bullseye Gallery mounts a dozen or more exhibitions each year with a select group of international artists. These artists range from acknowledged masters to dynamic new visionaries, all riding the leading edge of contemporary studio glass. Bullseye Gallery also presents artists' glasswork at art and design fairs across the United States and abroad.

Classes

Our teaching studios in Portland  and Santa Fe  offer short-term courses year round for students at all levels. These workshops encourage fine design and craftsmanship and teach leading-edge approaches to kilnforming, kilncasting and torchworking. Bullseye staff instructors and respected guest artists meet with students in a friendly, supportive atmosphere, in state-of-the-art facilities. New class schedules are posted every six months.

Online Education

Our online education program offers top-rate instruction in the art and craft of kiln-glass. Lessons are designed by Bullseye's teaching staff to provide foundational skills as well as inspiration and leading-edge approaches for more advanced kilnformers. Some lessons cover theoretical and technical information on kiln-glass methods, while others demonstrate how to make specific pieces of work. Our online education program program is by annual membership. Members enjoy immediate access to our complete library of online lessons, and new lessons are added each month.

Technical Publications

Many kilnformers resolve their questions by reading our detailed, illustrated technical articles; and the About Our Glass section, which provides information about the working properties of individual glass styles.

Technical Support

If you have questions about working with Bullseye glass, you're welcome to post them on the Bullseye Forum, which are monitored by Bullseye staff members who address technical questions when appropriate.