Mike Mentz

Mike Mentz is a seasoned glass artist and instructor with extensive experience in various educational and artistic settings. Currently serving as the Glass Programs Assistant at the Flint Institute of Arts since March 2019, Mike combines teaching and technical expertise to support glass programming. Previous roles include working as a Glass Studio Technician at The University of Montana-Western, where responsibilities included overseeing student use of facilities and mentoring. Additional experience includes positions at the Indianapolis Art Center, where Mike taught glass courses and maintained studio facilities, and as an Art Handler for Adam Blaue Gallery & Xylem Gallery, managing art installation and handling. Mike holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Glass from the Cleveland Institute of Art, earned in 2018.