We look forward to seeing you soon!
- Stay connected
- Order your T-shirt & Commemorative Bead 👇
- Special PRIZES for all registered participants
- Join the ISGB for a BYOL Bead Swap, Scavenger Hunt, Bead Dating, Bead Bench, Sweeny collection and Presidents Exhibitions.
if you missed our online registration, contact Karyn Sweezy @ operations@isgb.org , so you do not miss any of the ISGB excitement.
GAS Conference registration is SOLD OUT
No onsite registration or one day passes.
ISGB Joins the Glass Art Society Conference in 2026!
We’re thrilled to announce that the International Society of Glass Beadmakers (ISGB) will be an official part of the Glass Art Society (GAS) Conference, happening June 3–6, 2026!
Building on the success of our inaugural ISGB Rendezvous in 2025, we’re excited to continue growing, collaborating, and celebrating the beadmaking community as we join the larger glass arts world at GAS 2026.
What to Expect from ISGB at GAS 2026
- LIVE Glass Demonstrations featuring Glass Bead Techniques
- Expert Lectures & Artist Talks Including Bead and Soft Glass
- Special Exhibition: ISGB Presidential Bead Collection
- Fun & Meaningful Community Events
Full List of 2026 Presenters available HERE
Daily Schedule Sampling
With over 100 demos and lectures, activities to participate it will be impossible to do it all!
Wednesday: ISGB Meet Greet & Check in* GAS Demo*Glassy Mixer.
Thursday : ISGB Meet Greet & Check in * Make a Bead Collaboration * Presentations * Flame Collaboration *Twisty Cup Competition *Bead Dating.
Friday: Presentations *Bead Swap BYO Lunch Date * Sparkle and Go Jewelry Show * Goblet Grab and Downtown Gallery Walk
Saturday: Presentations * Glass Fashion Show and Closing party.
Daily - over 40 Vendors, the Sweeney Collection on display, full access to the Corning Museum of Glass.
Emerging Artist Jordan Fitzgerald has been commissioned to create these one of kind beads to commemorate the ISGB Rendezvous with GAS and SGAA. Bead Measures 1" X 1/2 " with multiple shades of color that blur into one hue.
Jordan created these beads to remind us all that we are a diverse group of makers that do better when we are together!
Available for prepurchase by May 3, 2026 to be picked up on site.
The 2026 ISGB Rendezvous T-Shirt!
The Winner is Sandy Kaunisto
Celebrating Connection
Available for prepurchase by May 3, 2026 to be picked up on site.
Thank you to all that participated! You are all winners and we have plans to use every design. So stay tuned.
ISGB Rendezvous Scholarships Awarded
ISGB is offering scholarships to qualifying members to attend the Rendezvous at the Glass Art Society's conference June 3-6, 2026.
ISGB is offering (2) $1000 scholarships.
- Full GAS conference registration fee ($472 Value)
- $525 stipend towards hotel accommodations and travel expenses
REGISTRATION is CLOSED!
New Title
One Conference - One Community
International Society of Glass Beadmakers, Glass Art Society and Stained Glass Association of America.
Full List of 2026 Presenters available HERE
By combining our efforts within one conference, we’re opening doors to exciting collaborations, creative innovation, and global connection.
All Roads Lead to GLASS
Follow the ISGB Trail throughout the conference — or forge your own path through all the glass disciplines.
Let’s Grow Together
This is a landmark moment for the glass world. As ISGB and SGAA join forces with GAS, we’re uniting under a shared mission: to uplift and connect artists through community, creativity, and collaboration.
We can’t wait to learn from one another, to share our stories and our craft, and to help shape the future of glass art together.
🌍 See You at GAS 2026!
June 3–6, 2026 — Mark your calendars!