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Come join us at Chicago Glass Collective!

There are many ways to enjoy our studio.

You can simply drop-in to work on a project for a few hours during scheduled Open Studio times (policies apply) or become a Collective Member which offers the benefits of full studio access, participation in studio shows and discounts on workshops, retail glass and supplies. Members and drop-ins are able to rent torches, kilns and other equipment at the studio. Non-Members must get approval from owner for drop in times.

Collective Membership* ($420/year)

By becoming a member of Chicago Glass Collective, you not only receive full access to the studio, you also receive the following benefits to enhance your creative experience at CGC:

  • Member Artist Gallery - Artist bio, photo & artwork on CGC website

  • Option for quarterly materials order from Bullseye/Ed Hoy/AAE

  • All access to bi-monthly Collective Nights starting in February 2023

  • 10% off all retail glass, workshops and classes

  • 50% off Studio Time for fusing and hot head torch use

  • 25% off Studio Time when renting dual fuel torches

  • Members may purchase Studio Cards

  • Members only field trips and gallery outings

  • Priority when signing up for visiting artist workshops

  • Priority for kiln reservations and torch use

  • Inclusion in one membership show per year (Ravenswood Art Walk)

  • Inclusion of your artwork in the CGC Gallery Retail Store

  • Invites to Member party (1 per year) with one guest (usually in early November)

*Membership does not include permanent workspace or equipment rentals.  Lockers (if available) are $10/mo. or 1/2 locker for $5/mo.  Glass bins (if available) are $10/mo. or share a bin for $6/mo.

Open Studio for Students and Non-Members with Glass Experience

Chicago Glass Collective also offers non-member open studio options for workspace and equipment rentals. To access this Open Studio option you must receive initial equipment training through a 2-hour workshop or via permission of the studio manager (if you have prior experience) prior to participating in open studio. During open studio times, a CGC staff member will be on hand as a guide.

See equipment rentals for rates and available equipment.

Members Open Studio Card ($150)

  • Makes check out faster and easier

  • Cards are valid for 4 months

  • No refunds will be given for unused portion of studio cards. Cards are no transferable.

Flameworking Independent Study Pass ($350/mo)

  • Offers unlimited access to the flame-working studio during open hours (9am-9pm) when classes and workshops are not in session.

  • Kiln access, bead release and hand tools are included.

  • Pass can be issued only to members or students who have had at least two Multi-week CGC flame-working classes and work well on their own. Permission required from CGC Owner. 10% Member discount on monthly fee.

  • Monthly fee is due on the first of every month. No refunds on Independent Studio time fees.

  • Fee equals approximately 4 hrs/week on mega minor @ non-member rental @ $22.50/hr

  • Fee equals approximately 6 hrs/week on hot head @ non-member rental @ $15/hr