Travel coveredHousing: Free housing accommodations at Pittsburgh Glass Center’s artist in residence housing while in residence.
Who Can Apply: Emerging to mid-career artists with flat glass experience in stained glass, kiln-formed glass, mosaic, or mixed-media work, especially those with limited access to flat glass studios.
The Focus: Dedicated time, space, and support at Pittsburgh Glass Center to advance flat glass practice and explore new techniques, processes, or ideas using Wissmach Glass.
The Funding: Free housing, up to $1,500 in glass materials, up to $1,500 for studio/kiln use, up to $1,000 travel/shipping stipend, and a $500 meal stipend.
Key Requirements: Project proposal, a brief access-impact statement, artist statement, résumé/CV, and a portfolio of at least 5 recent images.
DeadlineWednesday, September 30, 2026
AwardFree housing accommodations at Pittsburgh Glass Center’s artist in residence housing while in residence. Up to $1500 in Glass materials provided by the Paul Wissmach Glass Co. Up to $1500 award to be used for studio and kiln use at PGC. Up to $1,000 Travel and/or shipping stipend. $500 Meal Stipend. Opportunities to share work and process through artist talk or public programs. Guided tour of Paul Wissmach Glass Company Factory in West Virginia with owners.
Application notesYou will need to register for a free account on Artwork Archive to apply; after signing up, click the activation link sent to your email before completing the application. This account is not connected to any Pittsburgh Glass Center account.