Olive Montgums - Stained Glass: A Beginners Guide To Stunning Stained Glass Methods, Techniques & Projects

Stained Glass

A Beginners Guide To Stunning Stained Glass Methods, Techniques & Projects

1st Edition

By Olive Montgums

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Table of Contents

Introduction

First of all Id like to thank you for purchasing the book Stained Glass: A Beginners Guide To Stunning Stained Glass Methods, Techniques & Projects .

For centuries, people have been awed by the almost magical effect of stained glass. Whether the panes are in a majestic medieval church or a comfortable home, theres no denying this work of art is a site to behold. How can one not be enthralled by these intricately designed patterns that seem to come to life as the lighting changes?

This book contains all the essential information beginners would need to create their own stained glass masterpiece. From tools and materials required to step by step instructions on basic projects to get you started, this book is the ultimate guide to stained glass making.

Stained Glass: A Beginners Guide To Stunning Stained Glass Methods, Techniques & Projects contains the following sections:

1. Getting Started Detailed information on everything you need to work on projects.
2. Techniques Provides information on all the method and techniques needed to make stained glass.
3. Projects Step by step guides on projects that a beginner can use to create his or her own work of art.

Stained Glass making is a craft that requires a lot of patience. But the end result is certainly worth all the time and effort that you put in. So, remember to take note of the tips included in this book and give yourself time to get used to the techniques, and youll be rewarded with the most enchanting stained glass projects.

Thank you for purchasing this book, I hope you enjoy it!

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Over a thousand years ago, artists discovered a form of painting that was done on glass instead of regular canvas. At that time, silver stains were applied to the glass panels used for windows. Theses stains were put on the side of the glass that would be facing the outside. This technique softened the light that would come in through the windows. Artists took advantage of this method and added other colors to enhance the effect.

Stained glass windows were the craze for churches during the medieval period. It was when the gothic style was celebrated by most artists. The intricately designed windows depicted religious symbols such as the cross, the holy trinity and the saints.

When the Renaissance period came, stained glass did not go out the proverbial window as most gothic elements did. In the 1400s, glass panels became more affordable so this art form became available for other applications. Stained glass windows were added to private homes. These were used to show coat of arms and scenes related to the familys history.

In the centuries that followed, folks found various uses for stained glass. These creative panels were no longer limited to just windows. Lamps and fireplace screens are just some of the new uses for the colorful glass.