The Creative Glass Guild of Queensland was founded in 1979 as a community-based organisation for people wishing to learn traditional and contemporary glass art techniques. We are a not-for-profit organisation run on a membership basis and managed by volunteers.
What We’re About
We run courses and workshops in Beadmaking, Fusing and Slumping, Traditional Glass Painting & Decorating, Leadlight & Copperfoiling, Mosaics, and Sand Engraving. We are proud to be the only place in Australia offering such a wide range of classes under one roof. Our tutors are experienced in passing on their skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. You’ll get the vibe from their boundless energy and enthusiasm. We’re professional, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously.
Our Induction and Safety video provides a short introduction to the activities of the Creative Glass Guild and the importance of operating safely in everything we do. If you choose to become a Guild member, you can take advantage of the many benefits available.
Our Annual Glass Showcase
The annual Creative Glass Guild showcase offers visitors the chance to meet the friendly Guild tutors and members and to hear firsthand about their creative journeys. Visitors then have the opportunity to discover, explore and enrol in courses that open doors to the wonder of the world of glass artistry.
The 2026 theme for the showcase is “Sunburnt Christmas”. Throughout the year, members will be involved in creating beautiful glass items relating to this theme. It is always exciting to see the variety and depth of glass art that is for sale. Our popular Christmas ornaments will again be available to buy along with the first of a limited number of a Christmas collectable ornament reflecting the theme. One can start collecting these annually.
The 2026 Showcase will be held on Saturday, 14 November (9:00am to 4:00pm) and Sunday, 15 November (9:00am to 3:00pm) at the Auditorium, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, 152 Mt Coot-tha Road, Mt Coot-tha. Entry is $5.00 for adults and children 12 and under are free.
Mark the date in your calendar! There will be beautiful and unique glass gifts to buy for loved ones or for the person who has everything!
Newsletters
A history of the Guild’s comings and goings can be found in our “A Touch of Glass” newsletters, which were published until December 2025. Members are now kept informed through regular social media posts and bulletins.