Hot Glass Hangout & Studio Sale

Hot Glass Hangout is a *free* monthly demo series starring our multi-talented team of Studio Technicians and administrative staff doing what they love to do. 

See the skills and teamwork that go into shaping molten glass, meet friendly local artists, and shop a pop-up Studio Sale featuring beautiful glassware crafted by our community. Soft drinks and snacks are on the house.

If you’d like to support free programs at UrbanGlass, please consider making a $10 donation. All proceeds from donations and 30% of Studio Sale purchases goes towards covering the cost of this event and other accessible programming at UrbanGlass (70% of Studio Sale purchases goes directly to the artists). 

Patrons Ticket: UrbanGlass is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that depends on the generosity of donors to support events such as Hot Glass Hangout. A Patrons ticket covers the studio equipment cost of this Hot Glass Hangout. As a thank you for supporting the event, Patrons receive a glass gift made by an artist in our studio and VIP seats (2) at our event.

Sponsor: Hot Glass Hangout provides complimentary drinks and snacks to our community - showcase your brand by sponsoring our next event! We welcome any contribution of snacks and drinks. In recognition of your support, Sponsors receive a shout-out on social media and at the event, along with VIP seats (2). Please email Development & Events Coordinator Alejandra at alejandra@urbanglass.org for next steps.

This month’s featured artists: Ali Feeney, Shuhei Fuji & Malcolm Kriegel - Studio Techs

About Ali: Always playing with new materials, Ali Feeney is drawn to all things soft, shiny, and contrasting. Emerging artist, business owner, and educator, her research focuses on gender norms, craft histories, materials, and family dynamics. Feeney received her BFA from Alfred University in 2015 and her MFA from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2020. Feeney currently lives and makes art in Brooklyn, New York.

About Shuhei: Shuhei Fujii is a Japanese glassblower who works out of UrbanGlass. In a loud, bustling Brooklyn, Shuhei tries to imbue each glass vessel with the subtlety and simplicity, and the beauty and quietness, of Japanese craft-making. 

About Malcolm: Brooklyn born artist Malcolm Kriegel began his career as a maker in high school. He learned wood, metal, and fiber skills at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts. He was later introduced to glass at Tulane University’s Newcomb Art Department, earning his Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2018. Kriegel has since incorporated glass into his mixed media sculptures revolving around creating and navigating interpersonal relationships.