Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Handcrafted Glass for Artists & Makers
Founded in 1974 by three visionary art school graduates, Bullseye Glass has dedicated over five decades to empowering artists through innovative glass materials and educational resources. Our handcast glass, available in hundreds of colors and styles, is meticulously designed to realize the creative visions of artists worldwide. We provide comprehensive technical knowledge through detailed product guides, free educational videos, and hands-on classes for all skill levels. Our commitment to the glass art community extends to collaborative fabrication services, artist residencies, and exhibitions that push the boundaries of kiln-formed glass. With physical resource centers across the United States and a robust online platform, we ensure global accessibility to our premium materials and expertise.Our team of glass specialists combines deep industry experience with a passion for teaching, offering personalized support through live workshops, online forums, and technical consultations. We maintain rigorous quality standards in our manufacturing processes while continuously innovating to meet evolving artistic needs. Our kiln-space program addresses critical access challenges for glass artists, and our extensive digital library provides unparalleled technical transparency. Through strategic partnerships with dealers worldwide, we've established a trusted reputation as a leader in the glass art industry. Our enduring mission remains focused on advancing kiln-glass practices through knowledge sharing and community building.
Services
Glass Products
Art Classes
Fabrication Services
Kiln Rentals
Technical Support
Product Catalog
Online Store
Artist Residencies
Exhibitions
Community Forum
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We pioneered kilnforming-compatible glass with over 500 color options developed through rigorous testing
- Our technical library provides detailed working properties for every glass formulation
- We offer 100+ free educational videos covering all skill levels and techniques
- Our kiln-space program provides access to specialized equipment for independent artists
- We maintain strict quality control standards across our manufacturing and educational programs
What people say
Exceptional color range
Detailed technical guides
Helpful video tutorials
Superior glass quality
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Glass Products
We offer over 500 handcast glass colors and formulations specifically engineered for kilnforming. Our technical team provides detailed working properties for each formulation through our online library. Artists benefit from our decades of research into reactive glass behaviors and compatibility standards.
Art Classes
We provide comprehensive kilnforming instruction through in-person workshops at our resource centers and live online classes. Our curriculum covers fundamental techniques to advanced methods with certified instructors. Educational resources include 100+ free instructional videos and detailed project guides.
Fabrication Services
Our studio collaborates with artists on large-scale architectural installations and custom commissions. We maintain strict quality control during fabrication while preserving artistic intent. Services include design consultation, material selection, and technical execution of complex glass projects.
Technical Support
We offer specialized assistance through our online community forum and direct consultations. Our technicians provide guidance on glass compatibility, firing schedules, and problem-solving. We maintain extensive documentation on reactive properties and working characteristics for all formulations.
Kiln Rentals
Our kiln-space program provides artists access to industrial equipment for large-scale projects. We maintain facilities with varying kiln sizes and capabilities while offering technical guidance during rental periods. This service addresses critical access challenges for independent glass artists.
Questions
What makes Bullseye glass different from other brands?
Our glass is specifically formulated for kilnforming with precise compatibility standards. We maintain strict quality control and provide detailed technical data for every formulation.
Do you offer classes for beginners?
Yes, we provide foundational courses covering basic techniques with certified instructors at our resource centers and through live online sessions.
Can I access technical specifications for your glass?
Yes, our online library provides detailed working properties, reactivity information, and compatibility data for all formulations.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we have authorized dealers worldwide and ship directly to artists through our online store.
What is kilnforming?
Kilnforming is glassworking using heat to shape compatible glass in a kiln through processes like fusing, slumping, and casting.
How can I get help with glass compatibility?
Our technical team provides guidance through our online community forum, instructional resources, and direct consultations.
Reviews (7)
William Reichle Hypmatizarism
Jun 05, 2022
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I had the absolute most amazing experience on Wednesday. I traveled from Michigan to visit, and with the help of Sarah, I ordered a pallet of glass to be shipped back as well as a few other items. I spent the better part of 5 or 6 hours at your store, and all of your staff was magnificently friendly, they even let me use a glass for drinking water. Sarah was so enthusiastic about the experience and she really made it special for me. I honestly hope I have the opportunity to work there one day. Absolute aces, and the glass? Perfection. Thank you for existing!
M. M.
Dec 24, 2021
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Love the selection of glass and glass working tools, the employees are friendly and always willing to help. If I had to make one negative commeni, it would be that the location leaves much to be desired. I actually had a homeless woman who was living in a broken down rv at the side of the building, verbally accoust me for making the mistake of looking over at her while getting into my truck!,
Elizabeth Buena
Dec 18, 2021
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Excellent tour! Our tour guide Andre was very personable and knowledgeable about the glass creating process. From borax to benches and silicon to stained glass this tour hits the bullseye for an unforgettable Portland experience.
Sarah M.
Dec 02, 2021
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Great place, super kind staff. Faithful was amazing, and very helpful! I am new to stained glass and she didn't make me feel weird about it, she even had some good tips and advice. Thank you!
Elizabeth Woodward
Jun 21, 2021
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I love this place, they are always so happy to help you in the work shop and store nothing seems to much trouble for them. If you have an idea that you need help with they will always find a way to help you sort your problems out. I brought the Taurus ring saw 3 yesterday and I have to say wow such a great thing to have its going to help me with hdesigns that are hard to cut the normal way. A must buy if you have extra money to buy one.
John Ronciak
Jan 11, 2021
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One of the best art glass companies in the country. Not only do they have tons of glass but they offer loads of classes. They offer open access to equipment once you take the class that shows you how to use it. It you are interested in at glass at all, this is the place in Portland for you.
Debi Charles
Jun 04, 2020
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Love Bullseye! Have taken a few fused glass classes here and they have been very well presented and organized by friendly knowledgeable instructors. Thank you! Registered for another class in Jan. 2020, too. Looking forward to learning more. So much fun!
