British Society of Master Glass Painters Annual Conference

The British Society of Master Glass Painters has for many years run an autumn conference weekend exploring in depth the stained glass heritage of the British Isles. It attracts a vibrant mix of stained glass artists, conservators, restorers, historians, researchers and other enthusiasts giving members an opportunity to share their knowledge and experience in a friendly and informal environment. Conferences are planned and led by expert guides in collaboration with members whose local knowledge and connections lead to a fascinating and often unusual programme of events.

Conference 2009 - Tayside and the Kingdom of Fife
27-30 August

Speakers include Peter Cormack FSA, Hon. FMGP. Details and booking form available from end of February.

A Guided Visit to Paris
17-20 September

An exploration of the rich, yet little known legacy of 20th century stained glass in Paris with Michael Barker - a four-day tour of the city for a group of up to 30 members. Booking form and more details in Winter 2008 Newsletter or contact Sue Ashworth. Closing date for bookings 27 March.

Organizer and enquiries: Sue Ashworth, Annual Conferences.

Conference retrospective

• 2008 - Bristol and Wells Guides and speakers Tim Ayers, Geoffrey Lane, Steve Clare and David O'Connor.
  
• 2007 - Lincoln Guides and speakers Jim Cheshire, Penny Hegbin Barnes, Tom Küpper and the Rev. Gordon Plumb.
• 2006 - Manchester Guides and speakers: Dr David O'Connor, Penny Hegbin-Barnes, Wendy and Barrie Armstrong and Neil Moat.
  
• 2005 - Edinburgh Guides and speakers: Peter Cormack FSA Hon FMGP, Dr Elizabeth Cumming, Douglas Hogg FSA(Scot), FRSA, FMGP, Dr Sally Rush Bambrough, Prof. John Hume OBE
  
• 2004 - Shropshire and Staffordshire Guides and speakers: Peter Cormack FSA, Hon. FMGP, Martin Harrison FSA, Hon. FMGP, Jane Gray FMGP
  
• 2003 - Exeter Guides and speakers: Peter Cormack FSA, Hon. FMGP, John Hayward FMGP, Dr David Evans, Mr Andrew Johnson
  
• 2002 - Aberdeen Guides and Speakers: Peter Cormack FSA, Hon. FMGP
  
• 2001 - London Guides and Speakers: Caroline Benyon FMGP, ACR, Tony Benyon, Sarah Brown FSA Hon. FMGP, Dr Donald Buttress, Caroline Swash FMGP, Peter Cormack FSA, Hon. FMGP, Kathy Shaw AMGP, Graham Jones FMGP, Dr Michael Peover
  
• 2000 – Cork Guides and Speakers: Dr Nicola Gordon Bowe, Debbie Dawson,
  Mary Mackey.