Cliff Goodman

Cliff Goodman began his journey as a glass artist in 1976. Goodmans passion for glass blossomed as he received unparalleled instruction while studying alongside glass master Fritz Driesbach and attending the renowned Pilchuck School. His art reflects the beauty of the natural world and is heavily influenced by the regions cultural and natural landscapes. Inspired by nature, his work is characterized by a wide range of organic forms which are met with a balance of precision and chance. Goodman strives for innovation through experimentation.

With over 30 years of experience as a glass artist, Goodmans work can be seen and purchased in galleries around the world. After receiving his BFA from the college of Idaho in 1979, Cliff explored different perspectives at the Pilchuck School, Penland School of Arts & Crafts and the Pratt Fine Arts center. In 1991 Goodman founded Seattle Glassblowing Studio, a place dedicated to fostering creative freedom, collaboration, and education.

Education: Pratt Fine Arts Center, Seattle, Washington 1985 -1988 Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, New York 1984 Pilchuck Glass School, Stanwood, Washington 1982 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1980, 1983 Bachelor of Fine Arts, College of Idaho, Caldwell, Idaho 1979




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