Reverse painted lamps add charm to any room
There were thousands of reverse painted lamps done during the Victorian era. This was once a very popular art form. These hand painted lamps bring charm and ambiance into a room. Their soft light adds warmth. From an artistic point of view, a reverse painted lamp will add color and surprise. People who [...]
new 36″ hand painted chandelier for gallery
There has been so much going on in my studio lately! Two days ago I completed the first of two large 36-inch painted chandeliers. Both will soon be en route to Colorado. These will be lovely, lovely pieces. Though I don't have great photographs of this piece yet...hopefully I will soon and will [...]
A bit of catching-up
It's been a little while since my last post....been very busy and the spring season presents no rest in sight. I cannot complain (too much), work is good! Such is the life for an artist. Right now I'm working towards finishing up two commissions that are close to completion. I'm also creating two large painted [...]
Scrolling is my thing…
For me it's a fun and fulfilling process to make metal bend in elegant circular shapes that blacksmiths refer to as scrolling. It's also quite an art, to scroll freehand and actually make a nice looking scroll. It takes practice and a good eye. If a person does not have a good eye then all [...]
What has art taught me in life?
Every artist learns from their work. Being an artist is a bit of an odd occupation and when you are creating you often have a lot of time to reflect on life. Your life's force and how your life is inspired is what drives the creative process. When artists say that they put their heart [...]
Each Painted Glass Creation is Signed
All of my reverse painted glass chandeliers, flower and grape nightlights and table pieces are signed by me. These are all hand made fine art creations, not mass manufactured in China. It's rare in today's world that you meet artisans who create functional works of art and fine, high-end lighting that are made here in [...]