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A Living Creative Community

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The Forum is the heart of Centro Quagliata: an active gathering space for international community members to share work, receive thoughtful critique, and take part in conversations that strengthen both technical skill and creative vision.

Through ongoing sessions, mentorship, and peer exchange, members are supported throughout their creative process while building meaningful connections with other creators around the world.

Sessions are offered across different time zones, making the community accessible and allowing members to stay engaged wherever they are. In addition to moderated discussion boards, Tthe Forum is a dynamic environment for continuous learning, reflection, and artistic growth.

About us

Our Next Event

ORIENTATION MEETING
May 1st

Lectures and Artist Talks

Narcissus Quagliata Lectures

April - July 2026
 

Structured lectures developed by Narcissus Quagliata, exploring essential ideas in glass art alongside broader themes of visual language and artistic development. These sessions offer deeper insight into the principles, references, and ways of thinking that inform strong artistic practice across a range of subjects.

NQ Art Lecture | May 27th

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NQ Art Lecture | June 29th

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NQ Lecture | July 27th

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Guest Artist Talks

April - July 2026
 

Presentations by invited artists sharing their work, process, and experience. These talks introduce members to a wide range of practices and perspectives, offering direct access to artists shaping the field of glass art today.

Guest | Kathy Jordan | May 12th

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Guest | Quentin Blackman and Mark Bolleck | May 14th

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Guest | Priska Jacobs and Josh Hersman | May 29th

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Guest | Clifford Rainey | May 18th

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Guest | Suzanne Head | June 8th 

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Guest | De la Torre Brothers | June 26th

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Guest | Preston Singletary | July 26th

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Conversations with Narcissus

April - July 2026
A monthly conversation led by Narcissus Quagliata with an invited guest artist, centered on a specific theme, idea, or area of practice. These sessions go beyond process alone, opening space for reflection on artistic development, creative philosophy, and the broader field of glass.

Guests | Kathy Jordan, Amber Droste and Helen Withiker | April 24th

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Guest | Clifford Rainey, David Ruth and Silvia Levenson | May 4th Title

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Guest | Layo Bright | June 1st 

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Guest | Andrew Moor | July 13th 

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Mentor Sessions

Guided sessions led by experienced artists and mentors, designed to support the development of your work through feedback, discussion, and practical insight. Mentor Sessions currently focus on four core areas: Fused Glass, Stained Glass and Casting with more areas to be added as the community grows.

Inspiration and Creativity | APR-JUL 2026
Sessions focused on developing your artistic voice, expanding ideas, and opening new creative directions. These conversations support concept, inspiration, experimentation, and personal expression.

Creativity Session with Orfeo Quagliata April 21st
Creativity Session with Jo-Ann May 5th 
Creativity Session with Magda May 19th
Creativity Session with Kerry June 2nd
Creativity Session with Magda June 16th
Creativity Session with Jo-Ann July 7th
Creativity Session with Kerry July 21st

Process and Project Planning  | APR-JUL 2026
Practical sessions dedicated to processes, materials, and methods. Designed to strengthen technical skill and deepen understanding of each medium.

Planning Session | Craig April 22nd
Planning Session | Andrew May 6th
Planning Session | Craig  May 22nd
Planning Session | Shelley June 22nd
Planning Session | Craig June 22nd
Planning Session | Andrew July 22nd
Planning Session | Shelley July 22nd

Production and Technique | APR-JUL 2026
Sessions that support the development of projects from concept to execution, including composition, structure, workflow, and decision-making along the way.

Technique Session | Kerry April23rd 
Technique Session | Helen May 23rd 
Technique Session | Orfeo May 23rd 
Technique Session | Orfeo  June 23rd 
Technique Session | Carol June 23rd 
Technique Session | Helen July 23rd 
Technique Session | Orfeo July 23rd 

Feedback Critique / Fused Glass | APR-JUL 2026
A space to share work and receive thoughtful, constructive feedback. These sessions are built around dialogue, helping artists refine their work, gain perspective, and grow through exchange with mentors and peers.

Critique Session | Orfeo April 28th
Critique Session | Helen May 28th
Critique Session | NQ May  28th
Critique Session | Jo-Ann June 28th
Critique Session | NQ June 28th
Critique Session | Orfeo July 28th
Critique Session | NQ July 28th

Stained Glass | APR-JUL 2026
Sessions focused on the principles and practice of stained glass, from traditional techniques to contemporary approaches.

Stained Glass Session | Kathy Jordan May 13th
Stained Glass Session | Kathy Jordan May 26th 
Stained Glass Session | TBD June 9th
Critique Stained Glass Session | Kathy Jordan June 11th
Stained Glass Session | TBD June 22th
Stained Glass Session | TBD July 6th
Critique Stained Glass Session | TBD July 10th
Stained Glass Session | TBD July 20th

Casting | APR-JUL 2026 
Sessions dedicated to glass casting, exploring form, structure and material behavior through both technical and artistic development.

Casting Session | Priska Jacobs June 10th
Casting Session | David Ruth  July 15th
Critique Casting Session | David Ruth July 31st

Enamel Painting | APR-JUL 2026
Sessions centered on enamel painting on glass, with a focus on image-making and visual expression.

Enamel Painting Session | Indre April 29th
Enamel Painting Session | Indre May 27th
Enamel Painting Session | Indre June 24th
Enamel Painting Session | Indre July 29th