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Dark Beauty focuses on the minute detail in Harry Clarke’s stained-glass windows, particularly in the borders and lower panels of his work. Clarke’s brilliance as a graphic artist is clearly visible in his book illustrations, which are imbued with precise attention to intricate designs, and he applied the same lavish focus to every facet of his stained glass. The title ‘Dark Beauty’ refers to the duality of Clarke’s work that sees delicate angels juxtaposed with macabre, grotesque figures, and represents the partially hidden details that dwell in the background of his windows – motifs, accessories, flora, fauna and diminutive characters – which may be missed in light of the dominance of the central subjects. The authors spent many years photographing Clarke’s windows in Ireland, England, America and Australia, and the resulting 60,000 photos have been carefully whittled down to 500 glorious images. Dark Beauty will provide lovers of Clarke’s stained glass with the opportunity to view previously obscured or unnoticed details in all their unique beauty and inspire their own travels to view Clarke’s work.
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This splendid sourcebook for stained glass designs contains 88 patterns in styles ranging from medieval interlacements to Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and modern motifs. Suitable for crafters at every level of expertise, the patterns can be easily expanded for full-sized panels, mirror surrounds, and other decorative work.
Preston Studios made a big impression with their first book, "Windows of Enduring Beauty" and this second book of their work is sure to impress as well. The images in this collection capture the imagination of the chic designer in all of us. Stained glass has been around for hundreds of years and it has never been more popular than it is today. Preston Studios takes the art of glass to a new level with their colourful and creative designs. Many works are photographed showing the interior setting of the room to present the installation in its local environment. This book contains over 80 colour photographs of stained glass creations, 58 shown within the room setting. In addition you will find artist comments and design details for each installation, plus an interesting account of the studio's history and their design philosophy.
Illustrator and concept artist Devin Elle Kurtz shares her journey, from childhood ambitions to be an artist and finding the best educational fit, to working in the industry as she continues to develop her craft. The Art of Devin Elle Kurtz bursts with the stunning color, light, and storytelling that Devin has mastered, using traditional and digital methods. This is a unique opportunity to learn from a young industry professional. Devin recalls navigating educational opportunities, looking for the combination of formal classes and personal study that suited her needs. Color and light play a huge part - whether she uses traditional or digital techniques - and specially commissioned tutorials ...
Malavika Tiwari has been described as a pioneer in the modern stained glass movement in India. The portfolio of work showcased throughout 'Windows of Mystique' includes a wide variety of design themes from traditional bevel, to nature scenes, Prairie styles and contemporary designs in addition to some that offer a synergy of Indian and Western art forms. This book presents location specific photography that includes entryways, windows, skylights, ceiling lights, partitions and more. The text features a brief history of the designer and her studio in addition to insightful descriptive photo captions that are written in Malavikas own words. 'Windows of Mystique' has something for every art glass enthusiast and will be a valuable resource for homeowners, architects, art glass studios, interior designers, and stained glass hobby-crafters.
Harry Clarke was Ireland's greatest stained-glass artist and an illustrator of genius, whose works have been collector's items for decades. Over his short lifetime he produced a plethora of elaborate designs that have been a source of endless fascination and inspiration. In this collection, 30 of his most famous designs have been redrawn in black and white to create intricate pictures, ideal for testing the bounds of your imagination. Suitable for children.
Featuring six stained glass windows from around the world, this book explores stories told through the art form, from Greek myth in Patrick Reyhtiens' Hercules and the Boar to biblical tale in The Adoration of the Magi. Each stained glass window is looked at in detail, and a more general introduction to the medium provides historical context. Fun, step-by-step projects show children how to create their own stained glass windows, using the techniques of the art form. Learn how to design a colourful candle holder and make a window hanging! The Stories in Art series explores the narratives told through different art mediums. A great introduction to the history of art for children at Key Stage 2.