Glass Art Magazine, Skutt Kilns, Evenheat Kiln and Fuse Master invite you to Hot Glass Horizons 2008 Portland, our 28th conference since we started in 1993. Our program features hands-on instruction in a variety of kiln-forming, glass fusing, casting, pate-de-verre, and glass painting techniques from 20 nationally renowned educators. Our classes offer the best student/teacher ratio in the nation, averaging just 12 students per instructor.

We're very proud of our staff. You will not find a better group of instructors anywhere. Our teachers are professional educators as well as professional glass workers. They are skilled at affectively communicating and know how to encourage their students to get the most out of each and every class. What also makes each of these people so special is their cutting edge approach to the craft. They have all pioneered or further developed many of the techniques they teach. This approach keeps us ahead of the pack. If it’s a new kiln forming techniques, chances are you will find it at Hot Glass Horizons.

Choose The Classes You Want To Take
This year we are offering an assortment of ½-day, one-day, two-day and three-day classes. Each class has its own specific class number followed by the initial of the day(s) that class is offered. Consult the Class Schedule to design your own combination of classes. Many classes fill quickly, so register early and be sure to list an alternate class choice. Please note that Wednesday ½ day classes are not hands-on nor is the attendance limited. Most class projects are fired overnight and will be available the following morning.

Want Only The "Good" Classes?
Fortunately, there are no bad classes at Hot Glass Horizons because every one is designed to provide you with an experience that's not only educational, but fun and inspiring as well. Your skill level doesn’t matter. Our class selection offers something for everyone who seeks to expand their vocabulary of glass-working techniques, from glass enthusiasts to professionals. While we try to give complete class descriptions, one of the most common comments about our classes is that the experience is even better than the description.

Beginners Welcome
Beginners are welcome in most of our classes. If you are a beginner, notify the registration assistant and they will help you choose the perfect class line-up. We do ask that you have a basic understanding of fusing or hot glass terminology and procedures. You don't need to be well-versed in these areas, but you do need a general idea of the fundamentals. To help bring you up to speed, we suggest you attend our pre-conference 1W - "Fusing Foundations" class. It covers everything you need to know before taking the regular conference classes. We also recommend reading The Fused Glass Handbook by Gil Reynolds before the conference.

A True Glass Lovers City
While you are in town, you may want to allow an extra day or two to see the sites unique to this area. Portland, Oregon is an epicenter for art glass featuring many exciting attractions. It is home to Uroboros and Bullseye glass companies and major art glass facilities like Savoy Studios. You will find that Portland has an active art scene with its many tasty galleries, numerous established glass artists and an exceptional number of public art glass installations. Those attending HGH are invited to visit Bullseye and Uroboros. Glass factory tours will be held on Tuesday September 30th and Wednesday Nov. 1st. We will send all attendees tour scheduling information prior to the event. We will also include a listing of public glass installations and interesting sites in Portland. If you are new to the NW, it would be a shame to leave without viewing some of the unique and spectacular scenery in the area such as Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Hood, the Oregon Coast, Multnomah Falls and the Columbia River Gorge.

When you attend Hot Glass Horizons 2008 Portland, prepare to be part of an extraordinarily powerful experience in a very unique atmosphere. Don't miss your opportunity to join fellow glass enthusiasts from all over the United States and abroad who return time and again to be part of the magic!