PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL
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PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL

PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL

Transforming glass art through education and innovation.

1201 316th St NW #7190, Stanwood, WA 98292, USA

About PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL

Pilchuck Glass School, located near Seattle, Washington, is an international center for glass art education. Founded in 1971 by Dale Chihuly, Anne Gould Hauberg, and John H. Hauberg, Pilchuck has played a pivotal role in the development of glass as a fine art. The school offers a variety of residency programs, courses, and workshops for emerging and established artists. The school fosters a creative environment where artists explore new techniques, push boundaries, and collaborate with peers and instructors. Pilchuck's remote setting encourages focused artistic exploration and experimentation, and the school's innovative programming attracts glass artists from around the world. Pilchuck is committed to promoting the growth of glass art and supporting the careers of glass artists.
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Crafts Workshops
Workshop

Pilchuck Glass School offers craft workshops at their Seattle studio space and Stanwood campus, allowing participants to explore glass art and design. Opportunities range from stained glass to mosaics, where one can learn new skills or hone their practice.

Most classes span one to two weeks.
English
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Deadline: Applications open September 22 and close October 31 for priority workshop placement.
Artist in Residence Program
Residency

The Artist in Residence Program is a pillar of the Pilchuck Glass School educational experience. Artists in residence experiment with incorporating glass into their practice, adding to their body of work, and are paired with expert glass fabricators and artist assistants.

Varies
English
Nearly half of the cost is covered by donors.
Deadline: Varies by residency. Emerging Artist in Residence program applications are due January 15.
Emerging Artist in Residence (EAiR) Program
Residency

The Emerging Artist in Residence (EAiR) program supports knowledgeable artists who are making a transition in their professional lives. Artists find this independent residency ideal for contemplation, research, and experimentation, whether moving from academia to a professional studio practice, taking up a new medium, or beginning a new body of work.

Varies
English
Nearly half of the cost is covered by donors.
Deadline: October 2 - November 13, 2025
John H. Hauberg Fellowship Residency Program
Fellowship/Residency

The fellowship residency encourages collaboration among a group of outstanding artists and is named for Pilchuck co-founder John H. Hauberg. Groups consisting of a minimum of three to a maximum of six members are invited to utilize the Pilchuck studios and campus environment for research and development of artwork based on a common theme or a collaborative project.

Varies
English
Free application.
Deadline: Varies
Better Together Residency
Residency

The Better Together Residency is dedicated to supporting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) artists. This hot-shop focused residency is intended to provide up and coming artists with an opportunity to expand their body of work or explore new creative directions.

May 3 - May 13, 2026
English
Not specified
Deadline: Applications open September 22 and close October 31 for priority workshop placement.

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Admissions
Deadlines
Applications for priority workshop placement, scholarships, seasonal staff positions, residencies, and assistantships open on September 22 and close on October 31. Regular workshop enrollment applications open on November 3. Notifications are sent by December 19, with an acceptance deadline of January 2 and a payment deadline of March 6 (for the following year's programs).
Requirements
General requirements for programs like the Pilchuck Fellowship include 2-3 years of glass experience (any process), authorization to work in the United States, being 18 years of age or older, strong communication skills, and the ability to work and live collaboratively. Residency applications typically require a proposal, images of recent work, an artist statement, and a resume.

PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL Academic FAQ

PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL is Transforming glass art through education and innovation.

Applicants are typically required to submit: General requirements for programs like the Pilchuck Fellowship include 2-3 years of glass experience (any process), authorization to work in the United States, being 18 years of age or older, strong c....

PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Crafts Workshops, Artist in Residence Program, Emerging Artist in Residence (EAiR) Program, John H. Hauberg Fellowship Residency Program, Better Together Residency.

PILCHUCK GLASS SCHOOL is situated in Stanwood, United States, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

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