Elizabeth Coy

Elizabeth Coy is an Adjunct Faculty/Lecturer in the Studio Art & Craft department at College for Creative Studies (CCS Detroit). She earned a BFA from CCS Detroit and specializes in Venetian glass techniques, their evolution in modern American industry, and the role of studio glass artists within the contemporary fine art world. Her work bridges historical craftsmanship with current artistic and industrial demands.

• Education: BFA from College for Creative Studies.
• Professional Experience: Hired part-time at Greenfield Village (later promoted to full-time), collaborated with local glass artists on fabrication projects.

Research Interests: Coy explores the adaptation of Venetian glass methods to modern contexts, the intersection of glass art with broader fine art movements, and how studio artists navigate evolving mediums and market shifts. Her practice emphasizes material innovation and cultural relevance in glass artistry.

Additional Contributions: While her work is not yet displayed on the CCS Detroit website, she actively engages with the glass art community through hands-on fabrication and teaching.