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Entryway leaded stained glass windows with bevel leaves and rondel
May 25th, 2011
I just installed three entryway windows today and had to use scaffolding for the first time. How fun and nerve wracking at the same time. It couldn’t have gone better though. It helps to hire people that know what they are doing – thanks Eloy! I will go back with a professional photographer and take better pictures. It makes a huge difference to have someone with a good camera and photo knowledge to take pictures. Stained glass is so beautiful and it’s frustrating when a picture does it no justice. The magic and movement of the glass never shows through in a photo. You just have to experience it for yourself!
Stained Glass Class Student Photos, Omaha
May 4th, 2011
Kayla
Marty
Darlene
Kathy
Butch
Pat
Deanna
Shirley
Anthony
Neil
Ed
Heather
Denise
Ann
Anthony
Here are a collection of my students and their windows from the past few years. My classes are semi-private and loosely organized so that each window that is made is unique to each student. Making stained glass windows take time, so it’s a great opportunity for me to meet new people and for them to learn a lot about the craft. Many of the students end up setting up shop at home and continue to make windows. That’s the greatest joy for me – knowing that I’ve helped cultivate a new passion!
Stained Glass Coat of Arms Window Comparison
May 3rd, 2011
Buchtel Family Crest Graphic Photo
Buchtel Coat of Arms
These photos show how I’ve taken a graphic image and turned it into a stained glass window. The first step was to figure out how to connect all the separate images. I decided to use diamond shapes because of its traditional look. I sandblasted and painted the words, fused the shield and used traditional paints for the leaves and other details. The glass I used was all by Spectrum. Since I wasn’t using their fusible line, I had to run several tests for compatibility and to ensure that I wouldn’t get devitrification.
Stained Glass Coat of Arms Hanging Window
May 3rd, 2011
Buchtel Coat of Arms
This hanging copperfoiled panel is approximately 18″x25″. I used a combination of sandblasting, traditional glass painting and fusing to achieve the look, along with over 200 cut pieces!