Human Figures

One of my major challenges occured when I decided to try doing human figures in glass. Finding the correct body lines to follow and then matching glass to get highlights, shadows, etc. was very exacting. I had a lot of fear over breaking a piece of glass or not cutting the glass right since it would be really hard to match again. These pieces have been a hit at auctions and as gifts.

Glass Mosaic - Geode Slices - And other Things

The square mosaic piece is actually and 18 inch square glass table top. I cut glass and glued it to the table top and then grouted to create a stained glass mosaic on glass. I used glass tiles around the edge and four nuggets. The center is a rondel. I put sealer on the grout and I actually use the table top outdoors all Summer on a lighted table. It really looks nice at night.



The next piece is a cross that is used in United Methodist churches. The thin, curved pieces were pretty tricky to cut and grind without breaking them.

The final piece is called "Magical Geodes". The geode slices and the nuggets are set into openings I cut into copper shim. I then soldered all over the shim with rough solder.

Abstract Stained Glass

Some of my favorite stained glass are the ones I have made from "abstract" patterns. I also enjoy mixing different patterns of clear glass.

The piece on the left took quite a while to make because of all the small pieces and the precise measurements. Some of the squares are made from bevels.

The piece on the right was a lot of fun to make. I really enjoyed learning new ways of grinding. This one was also my first piece made with nuggets.

Both of these pieces are put together with lead came (typical for windows) which gives a nice clean line.