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- When Glass Alliance - New Mexico was formed
in 2006, glass began to receive more and more recognition in
New Mexico. As the founder, Betsy Ehrenberg, brought artists,
collectors and galleries together to promote the education, awareness
and collection of art made in glass, numerous collectors have
traveled to New Mexico to see and purchase works made by artists
in our region, more galleries have begun representing these artists
and new collectors have emerged. Out of support from and the
relations formed from Glass Alliance - New Mexico, came the creation
of TIGA:Taos Institute for Glass Arts, Inc. TIGA is now serving
as the catalyst in Taos for bringing art glass into the mainstream
of art and architecture in New Mexico through hands-on education
and special facility resources.
- The center point is our new glass studio,
New Mexico’s first complete glass working environment. It
will enable a full range of glass techniques including blowing,
kiln working, casting, torch working and cold working—all
under one roof. Currently in its second stage, TIGA is in process
of completing its warm glass studio, mold-making studio, and
cold-working area. Phase three will bring in a complete torchworking
shop. And phase four will complete the hot glass facilities.
Our vision extends well beyond Taos and Northern New Mexico.
The concept involves bringing world-class artists working in
the medium of glass to teach and collaborate in all aspects of
art, function and design. People from all over the country will
come to Taos to learn the many skills involved in glass creation.
Special glass-art talent coupled with the advantages of our unique
facility are designed to attract architectural commissions nationally
and beyond.
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- We invite you to become a part of
this exciting progression....
- Our plan is currently in Phase II and
that’s where you come in. We are now working with local
leaders, educators and the artist community to make Taos a major
glass arts destination. It’s where interested teachers and
students can learn about the special techniques that makes art
glass the most exciting new art medium emerging in America. We’re
also reaching out to architects, builders and designers to extend
their knowledge of art glass to improve the design and comfort
of the modern contemporary home and workplace.
- We’re seeking special individuals
to join our advisory board and committee members to help forge
TIGA into a Taos-based, national center for glass arts. There
are opportunities for investors and sponsors to help us achieve
our goals and great potential.
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- TIGA is also working closely with Glass
Alliance - New Mexico, the Taos County Economic Development Corporation
(our direct 501-3c sponsor organization), The Taos County Chamber
of Commerce, the Town of Taos, and other related organizations
to support general community development and to realize our specific
goals.
- Help us develop the Taos Institute for
Glass Arts into a world-glass organization. Become a part of
this growing medium and help Taos become a major glass-art destination
center. Contact us for more information
and to dialog with us personally.
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