About the Open Call

Kilnforming in the Upper Midwest is a juried exhibition celebrating contemporary kilnformed glass by artists living and working in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. The exhibition highlights the creative breadth and technical innovation of kiln-based glass practices across the region. Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts invites artists to submit glass artwork created using kilnforming processes, including but not limited to fusing, slumping, casting, pâte de verre, and experimental kiln techniques. Both functional and sculptural works are welcome.

What is Offered

Inclusion in the exhibition from May 22 to July 22, 2026, and participation in the Exhibition Reception on Saturday May 30, 2026.

Requirements

Open to artists working in kilnformed glass from Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. Submissions must include one artwork (with up to three images), artwork details (title, year, materials, dimensions, description), display requirements, artist bio, and headshot.

How to Apply

Submit via the Google Form application link provided on the website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrNUeo_E_Js7Ow7Q4Cc3cdnnhCFbD4ARacZ4LmfVRzjsriWg/viewform?usp=publish-editor