Introducing: Glass Pattern Source

I am pleased to announce Focal Point Glassworks and Pisces Glass Works have teamed up and launched a new stained glass pattern site called "Glass Pattern Source"

On this new site, we have a great selection of patterns that we continue to add to, blogs from each studio, and links to our available publications.

Come check it out!

Kev

Recent Unread Topics

Recent Unread Topics

AOG...the place to be!

http://www.artisansofglass.com

"Paradise" - above and below

This is my latest art glass creation. Paradise - above and below depicts a tropical seascape featuring a curved dimensional glimpse above and below the water line. Several processes were involved in it's creation including, painting, fusing, slumping, and sand carving, and measures 21" x 21".

This was a fun piece to create.

Kev

"In For The Catch"

This is the latest piece I've just completed. It was a special request. It is a fused and painted panel and was framed in a black frame. The actual panel is lighter than pictured here, as this is a picture taken while I was working the paint in the head section, with a small light directly behind it.

Celtic Thistle

This my latest piece. It is 18 inches in diameter. The center is a fused glass medallion, surrounded by leaded glass.

Stained Glass Pattern Depot

I am pleased to announce this studio has joined talents with Pisces Glass Works to bring to you a new stained glass pattern site called Stained Glass Pattern Depot.

The designs are all original to these two studios. Drop in and have a look.

Kev

www.stainedglasspatterndepot.artisansofglass.com

Bubblefishous

In all it's glory.

"Bubblefishous" - Completed

Here is a pic of the final result. I must say..I'm pretty pleased with the results.

The little darker spots on the lilypads are actually fusing paper residue I have not washed off yet. I want this piece to cool really well before it's washed.

Kev

"Bubblefishous" In Progress

This is the final step in completion of this piece. Currently it is in the kiln firing the last application of paint.

Bubblefishous

Hi guys!

My current project is a 12" x 18" fused painted panel called "Bubblefishous". It features a single Koi amongst water lilies and bubbles. Here is the current last pic of it in progress. In this pic, the second matt layer of paint was applied to be fired. Once that is completed, the line details of the fish and other areas if needed will be added. This is viewing it from the backside.

Kev

Artisans Of Glass Forum

It's been almost 2 months now and we have 67 members and going strong. Our postings are on the rise and there is quite a bit of activity on the board with many projects on the go. We have added a new category containing an area for exchanging equipment or supplies, and a place for selling as well.

I can't thank all the wonderful members and admin team members enough for their support in getting this new forum off the ground. Your interest and efforts make it possible for all the enjoyment we get form AOG. Without you, we are nothing.

Thanks!!!!!

Kev

"Swift Current"

This is my current project. It's entitled "Swift Current". This panel is being constructed using the lead came method, and will have a bit of wire detail for the fishing rod. It's an original design, and since I am somewhat new to lead work, a learning experience as well.

The 2nd pic shows it up to the point of being soldered. The 3rd pic is the completed panel except for the framing to be added soon. The cementing and the adding of the fishing pole was completed in the 3rd pic.

Fused / Painted House Sign

This is my latest original piece. It was constructed so the upper panel could be removed and interchanged for holidays, seasons, special events or interests. The panels were first fused and then painted details were added. I'm very pleased with the final result, and it looks great on my house.

A Sense of Vivaldi

This is my latest creation. It is called "A Sense Of Vivaldi" because it is comprised of 4 panels with one representing each season, alas..the 4 Seasons as in Vivaldi's works.

This series was grouped together in a vertical arrangement starting with spring and ending with winter. The panels are fused glass with painted details, and mainly comprised of woodland settings. The finished pieces were encased in a black light box and hung on my dining room wall. I was very pleased with the finished end result, and look forward to doing more in a similar fashion.

The progress of this piece from start to finish can be seen at artisansofglass.com

Kev

Artisans of Glass Forum

Artisans Of Glass forum is up and running and is proving to be a success. Still in it's infancy, as a new forum, members are finding their way around and getting settled in.

I'd like to say a big thank you to Chantal, whom many of you know, for all the assistance she offered me to get it looking finished....one smart lady! I'd also like to thank the AOG team for all their support and assistance in getting this new endeavor off the ground, you make a difference!

As we become more known to the glass community, we hope to continue to attract new members and grow with the community. If you have an interest, curiosity, or passion for glass, come join us and share your thoughts, ideas, and talent with us, and we will do so in return.

Visit: http://www.artisansofglass.com

We look forward to seeing your name added to out list of fine members.

Let me be the first to welcome you to Artisans Of Glass.....WELCOME!!!!

Kev
(Founder of AOG)

Artisans Of Glass Forum

Unfortunately my initial forum did not meet up to my expectations in regards to the software. Therefore, at the end of the month it will be closed and locked.

But....(there is always a but),....there is a new fantastic forum I developed to take it's place. It's based on the same platform as SGV and TAGF, so those that are members there will already know their way around.

The new site is called: "Artisans Of Glass" and can be reached at http://www.artisansofglass.com

I hope to see you there.

Kev

PS: This time I know I got it right :)

Current Painted Stained Glass Pieces

Hey guys!

Here are the latest painted pieces I'm currently working on. The rooster is a gift for my sister and is finished. The Mary and Baby Jesus piece is currently a work in progression. I must say I am getting much satisfaction and pleasure working with the kiln and paint. I am using a new technique to me called Vitre Fus'aille which is a process of cutting colored glass and fusing it to a clear base to make a colored base piece to paint. Posted below are pics of the progression of the Mary and Jesus piece. It is not completed yet. I still have to work on the hands and faces.

Mary and Baby Jesus Fused/Painted Piece

Here is today's progress. The details of the hands and faces are started with the darkest areas laid in first. Subsequent matts of paint will add additional color and detail.

This post was actually posted Nov. 24 /08, but to keep the sequence correct to follow the progression of the piece, I back-dated it and the time so it would appear after the previous post.

Kev

Umber Brown matt applied and fired.