Fort Worth Stained Glass Portfolio Review: Gorgeous Painted Stained Glass

Here at Fort Worth Stained Glass, we are part of one of the most proficient stained glass studios in the country–Scottish Stained Glass. This is a point of pride for us and it also means we get to be part of some pretty cool stained glass installations. Of course, each comes with its own set of challenges–but each is also incredibly fulfilling work. We get to transform more than just windows but the lives of the congregants too. One recent example of this is our most recent large installation at St. Andrew The Apostle Catholic Church located in Wray, CO.

The Scope of Our Custom Stained Glass Project

Wray is a small town but this custom stained glass project was a big one. Unlike many of the churches built in this day and age, St. Andrew’s did not have stained glass windows in the sanctuary. The congregation felt like stained glass would make their place of worship feel more like a house of God. They reached out to us with a request for use to create five new, custom stained glass windows on the east side of their sanctuary. We were happy to help and full of ideas because custom work is right up our alley.

Customizing Stained Glass to Be Historically Accurate and Beautiful

The church congregation really wanted a depiction of the five Luminous Mysteries (baptism, wedding, proclamation, transfiguration, and last supper). These tenants were significant to them and made for lovely windows as well. For a job this detailed, custom painted stained glass was our suggestion. We have such a very talented painted glass specialist–Maria–and this was a great job to put her skills to use on. We used actual models to get the poses just right and we also dug deep into our research for historical accuracy like:

• The Appropriate background and foliage for the region
• Authentic tile design for floors in that time-period
• A historically accurate depiction of the town of Cana

The Beauty of Custom Painted Stained Glass

The outcome of our custom, five-panel stained glass project in St. Andrew The Apostle Catholic Church came out gorgeous. We used mostly black and brown paint but pulled color from the glass background. We also harnessed natural sunlight for depth. This created a realistic look to faces, hands, fauna, and flora. The result was an incredible three-dimensional look that was both authentic but stunning as well. The members of the congregation (who watched socially distanced) and in the end were amazed by the artwork. One member even mentioned “Now we have a church”. This statement was such an affirmation of a job well done that makes us love our work in custom stained glass creation.

For more information on custom stained glass or breathing life into an old piece of stained glass with restoration–contact us at Fort Worth Stained Glass today!

Stained Glass Privacy Solutions for Fort Worth Homes

Have you noticed any privacy concerns while you’ve been home lately? Don’t worry you’re not alone– many Fort Worth homeowners experience this issue. Rather than ignoring privacy concerns, it’s best to find effective solutions in order to keep your residential property both safe and comfortable. While there are endless privacy solutions out there, the options are quite limited when you want to maintain aesthetics and natural sunlight. Privacy stained glass offers an ideal solution for maintaining both for your home.

The Benefits of Privacy Stained Glass for Your Fort Worth Home

Privacy stained glass delivers a highly effective privacy solution that obstructs the unwanted views into your home. While not all glass will work for privacy, there are numerous options available in both clear, leaded and colorful glass. You can create your own custom design that reflects the style of your home while improving the function and safety of your property. Make sure that nosy neighbors or onlookers can’t glimpse into your property. Perfect for bathrooms, bedrooms, entryways, hallways, kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms, and more, privacy stained glass also maintains natural sunlight so you can keep that bright, welcoming feel to your home. Privacy glass also offers the benefits of beautiful curb appeal and increased property value, providing a great investment for any homeowner.

Work with Fort Worth’s Leading Privacy Stained Glass Studio

Fort Worth Stained Glass is honored to be the leading privacy stained glass studio serving the Texas area. Our team is happy to assist you through both in-person appointments as well as virtual consultations. Work with our incredible designers to transform your property while ensuring all privacy issues are eliminated. We’re looking forward to creating your custom design for your residential property.

For more information regarding privacy stained glass for your Fort Worth home, please contact us!

The Stained Glass Restoration Process for Your Fort Worth Church

Churches throughout Fort Worth have some of the most incredible original stained glass features. Stained glass has always played a significant role in the worship process lending both inspiration and sentimental value for your congregation. These original stained glass windows can become an important part of the community reflecting both historical and antique value as well. In order to make sure that future generations can appreciate your windows, stained glass restoration is required.

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