Texas Churches That Stained Glass Enthusiasts will Love

Posted October 24th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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Texas is home to some of the oldest and most beautiful churches in the country. Architectural styles have been influenced by southern culture, Roman Gothic styles of architecture, Art Deco styles, and famous architects such as O’Neil Ford and Nicholas Clayton.

Many of Texas churches, both old and modern, are home to stunning stained glass windows. Colorful and luminous, stained glass windows are often viewed as the soul of a church, opening up its inner walls to the heavens and the sky. For centuries, stained glass has held its prominence in religious settings and Texas churches are no exception, especially since some of the oldest churches are hundreds of years old.

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The Ultimate Bucket List for Stained Glass Lovers

Posted October 24th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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There are very few things in this world that exceed the beauty of stained glass windows. Brilliant, dazzling, and intricately detailed, stained glass windows have an enchanting beauty and are reminiscent of a time long ago. The way they hold and capture light makes them resemble the precious multi-faceted gems in fine jewelry, instantly drawing one’s attention and holding it steadfast long after.

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Symbolism Behind Stained Glass Color in Churches

Posted October 19th, 2018 by Martin Faith

The Beautiful Art Form Of Stained Glass In Churches

There is literally no arguing that stained glass is one of the most lovely and aged art forms that we still enjoy today. While it is very popular on homes in the Fort Collins areas, it is also incredibly prolific on churches around the world. These amazing church stained glass windows are bold, bright and brilliant and have a much deeper purpose than you might expect. That’s right, while the amazing colors on church stained glass windows may just appear to be something lovely–there is much more in the way of meaning to these windows than meets the eye!

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The Deep Meaning In The Colors Of Stained Glass

Stained glass has long been called “the poor man’s bible”. Why? Because during the medieval times when the majority of the world was illiterate and could not afford bibles, the role of stained glass windows was essentially that of a picture book. So the church used the depiction of Biblical events in stained glass windows as a way to teach those who could not read about the events and lessons in the Bible. Simply amazing! What’s more, each color used in the windows was for more than just show–the individual colors had the meaning assigned to them to take the picture lessons that much further. What were those meanings? Read below and find out.

The Meaning Of Stained Glass Colors On Stained Glass

Red: Not surprisingly represents the blood of Christ or the martyrdom of saints. It could also indicate strong emotions such as love or hate.
Blue: Is associated with the color of the sky and therefore symbolizes heaven, hope, sincerity, and piety–like the Virgin Mary.T
Green: Is the color of grass and nature and therefore represents growth and rebirth, life over death.
Violet: A bold color symbolizing love, truth, passion, and suffering.
White: Is a representation of chastity, innocence, and purity is often associated with God.
Black: A very rarely seen color in stained glass on churches it has connotations of both death and regeneration.
Yellow: The color most used in depictions of Judas so it sometimes symbolizes treachery but is also used in the halo of saints, or the Gates of Heaven and to symbolize divinity, power, and glory.
Purple: Since it is thought that Christ wore purple before His crucifixion the color often symbolizes suffering and endurance. Purple is also used to depict royalty or God the Father.
Gray: This color or hue is a symbol of humility and mourning and can also be seen representing the immortality of the spirit.
Brown: Used as a symbol of spiritual death and renunciation of worldly things.
Rainbow: A happy depiction of the union and God’s covenant with humanity.

Now that you know the symbolism behind the colors on church stained glass, take a closer look at the stained glass windows in your local chapel and see if you can pick up on deeper meanings there! For any questions about stained glass, stained glass creation or stained glass restoration, feel free to contact us at Scottish Stained Glass for work on your Fort Collins church!

A Brief History Of Stained Glass In the US

Posted October 16th, 2018 by Martin Faith

Stained Glass in America

As you likely well know, stained glass is an ancient art form dating back thousands of years. The stained glass here in the US obviously does not have the same length of history but a glorious one none-the-less. Here at Scottish Stained Glass, we take great pride in our increasingly lengthy tenure as stained glass artisans here in Colorado Springs and in many other cities across the country and therefore wanted to enlighten our readers with a brief history of stained glass right here in the United States Of America

Church Stained Glass:  The Beginning Of Stained Glass In The US

Glassmaking was initially established in America in Jamestown in 1607 and much like stained glass in Europe, stained glass on churches accounted for a large part of the stained glass proliferation.  Therefore, here in the United States, one of the earliest mentions of stained glass was, not surprisingly, in reference to an unpaid invoice for stained glass on a local chapel. Here we see a written complaint by an enterprising stained glass artist named Duyckingh requesting a payment of 2.5 beavers as payment for church stained glass he had installed. However, it would be quite a while from here until stained glass on churches and home really took off in America due to trends and the expense of glass in the new world

Innovations In Church And Home Stained Glass In The US

We really see stained glass take off in the US in 1857 with the establishment of J&R Lamb Studios in New York City.  This was the first major decorative arts studio in the United States and for many years they produced the majority of the ecclesiastical stained glass.

From this point on is where we see stained glass in the US grow and a real push towards innovation with Notable American craftsman like:

John La Farge (1835–1910) Invented opalescent glass and received a U.S. patent for it in 1880

Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848–1933): Received several patents for variations of  the opalescent process and probably invented the copper foil method as an alternative to lead.  This can be seen extensively in Tiffany windows, lamps and other decorations.

Charles J. Connick (1875-1945):  Founded his Boston studio in 1913 and was heavily influenced by his study of medieval stained glass in Europe. Connick created hundreds of windows throughout the USA, including major glazing schemes at Princeton University Chapel and at Pittsburgh’s Heinz Memorial Chapel.

All of these artists and many more led to the myriad of beautiful stained glass cathedrals, churches and much of the home stained glass we see here in the United States today.  For more information on stained glass for your Colorado Springs home or church contact Scottish Stained Glass today.

Exploring the History and Purpose of Church Stained Glass

Posted October 13th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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Today, stained glass is a common architectural feature that can be found in various types of buildings throughout Salt Lake City. In hotels and restaurants, stained glass is often used to create interesting light fixtures or lampshade covers. And in homes in Salt Lake City, stained glass is used to provide privacy. However, the place where stained glass appears in the highest prevalence is churches and religious architecture.

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The use of church stained glass can be dated back thousands of years to Ancient Egyptian times. Since its early beginnings, stained glass has evolved greatly as art form. Regardless, even through all the changes that have occurred over the years in architecture and design, stained glass still remains a popular part of modern churches and religious architecture. Understanding the history of church stained glass and its purpose can help explain how it has retained its popularity over time and why many churches find it so valuable and important.

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Three Reasons You Should Consider Restoring the Life & Beauty of Your Polson Church Stained Glass

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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In a picturesque place like Polson, it’s only fitting that our houses of worship should reflect the beauty of our mountainous lakeside landscape. If your local Polson church has stained glass in need of restoration, you may be weighing whether it’s worth it to restore the glass. Below, we’ve put together 3 reasons why stained glass restoration is always worth it.

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The Importance of Maintaining & Restoring Stained Glass in Historic Mustang Churches and Chapels

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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In places like Mustang and the Oklahoma City metro area, churches often feature gorgeous historic stained glass that functions not only as a beautiful artistic centerpiece within the church, but also as spiritual inspiration for attendees, which is why it’s important to keep it in good condition. If your Mustang church’s stained glass needs restoration, there are a few things you should know before diving into the process.

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Exploring the Stained Glass Restoration Process for Bethany Churches, Temples, and Chapels

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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In Bethany and the surrounding Oklahoma City metro area, history, art, and worship all mingle together in a spectacular fashion.The beauty of stained glass in local temples, chapels, and churches can be spiritually inspiring for worshippers. Keep the spirit of worship alive in your Bethany church by investing in stained glass restoration to revitalize the lustre of your congregation’s religious themed stained glass.

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Our Creation & Restoration Process for Spencer Church Stained Glass

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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Spencer and the surrounding Bloomington area are renowned for their natural beauty, but also feature lovely buildings and churches that often feature historic stained glass. For Spencer church attendees, stained glass restoration can revitalize their house of worship and lend spiritual inspiration to the congregation with its picturesque beauty and depictions of the divine.

Before taking on a restoration project, however, it’s important to know what to expect during the process.

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Beautiful Examples of Church Glass for Your Cody Church

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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Cody is uniquely picturesque and in touch with its roots, from its sweeping plains to its historical museums, sites, and churches. When it comes to keeping your Cody church looking pristine, stained glass repair is one vital aspect of building maintenance for historic churches, especially if you want to preserve your stained glass art and inspire future congregations in their worship.

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Our Creation & Restoration Process for Grand Junction Church Stained Glass

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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Grand Junction is a place of great natural beauty, being home to Colorado’s wine country and the Colorado National Monument, so it’s no wonder that the city is also home to places of artistic and spiritual beauty. If you find the stained glass in your Grand Junction church needs repair, stained glass restoration can restore life into your precious stained glass art and inspire members of your house of worship for years to come.

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Beautiful Examples of Church Glass for Your Midland Church

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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Known as “the Tall City,” Midland is a place where old and new intersect. Shining skyscrapers can be found alongside oil boomtown era establishments and lovely historic churches. To preserve your local Midland church, consider stained glass restoration as a way of revitalizing your stained glass for future congregations, which has significance in houses of worship beyond merely making the space more beautiful.

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Where to Start? Renovating Your Beaumont Church Stained Glass

Posted October 9th, 2018 by Martin Faith
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In Beaumont, people know how to keep history alive for future generations, from the Old West authenticity of Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum to the majestic St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica, to even your own local Beaumont church. Stained glass restoration can help keep your church looking pristine for years to come, but there are a few things you should know before beginning the process.

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Beautiful Stained Glass Churches in Singapore

Posted October 5th, 2018 by Martin Faith

Stained Glass Windows Around The World

When you think about stained glass you probably picture it in the many churches across Europe and the US. Or possibly on old homes around this country and “the old countries” like Ireland, France, and England. That makes sense since stained glass did, in fact, originate in Europe and then quickly spread the US. However, stained glass is not a solely European or American art form. The fact of the matter is stained glass spread from Europe all across the world including places like Russia, South America, and even the Asia. One place where stained glass thrives and whose glass rivals any other in the world is Singapore. In this place, we see towering stained glass windows in startling beautiful chapels and cathedrals. The glass is as colorful and lovely as any we see here in the states or across Europe and something to behold. That’s right, the stained glass in Singapore is breathtaking and below we have listed some of our favorite examples from the myriad and magnificent Singapore stained glass window marvels.

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Stained Glass Windows In The Blessed Sacrament Church

The stained glass windows in this stunning church Founded in 1958 are a sight to behold! In fact, the entire church has conservation status, protecting its iconic slate roof and stained glass from being lost to time.

 

Stained Glass Windows In The Church Of Saints Peter And Paul

One of the oldest Catholic churches in Singapore, the Church of Saints Peter and Paul is in a lovely Neo-Gothic style and breathtaking stained glass windows to match its vaulted ceilings. The church was newly restored, assuring these lovely stained glass windows are around for the next generation

 

Stained Glass Windows In the church of Saint Teresa


The church of Saint Teresa is set atop a little hill on Kampong Bahru Road and is almost 100 years old. It’s Beautiful stained glass windows are set within triple arches on the sides of the church giving the entire sanctuary and ethereal look. This stained glass is truly out of this world!

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If you have any questions about these stained glass windows or are interested in stained glass for your Austin church or home, contact us at Scottish Stained Glass for pricing and design options today!

Beautiful Ways To Incorporate Antique Stained Glass for Houston Outdoor Weddings

Posted October 5th, 2018 by Martin Faith

Stained Glass And Houston Weddings:  A Perfect Pair

Weddings are a wonderful time to gather family and friends to celebrate your love for your significant other and make a commitment to one another.  They are also a fantastic way to throw the party of your dreams with all the elements you have dreamed of since you were young. Whether it is the ruby red roses in the bouquet, the whimsical white corsages on the groomsmen, the three-tiered buttercream cake with perfectly piped pansies or a lovely scenic Houston backdrop to say your “I dos”, everything for the day is something to carefully plan to make this day one to remember.  One area of weddings that is seeing an uptick in creativity these days is surely the backdrops at the alters brides and grooms take their vows. Focusing on this small area of the event is a way to get fantastic photos of the special moment when you make the commitment and to tie all the design elements and colors of the entire ceremony together in one micro-space. This is why, at Scottish Stained Glass, we find ourselves doing quite a bit of custom stained glass for weddings, namely antique stained glass windows as a wedding ceremony backdrop.  This is an amazing idea no only for aesthetics and pictures during the ceremony but as a lovely place for family and friends to take pictures in front of all day or evening long. What’s more, these stained glass panels are portable so you can take them to the reception hall with you and, most importantly, after your big day is over, you have an absolutely stunning piece of stained glass to hang in your newlywed home to commemorate the occasion for generations to come! In fact, stained glass is so durable you can pass your lovely stained glass wedding panel down to your grandkids and theirs after that.  For some ideas on what these stained glass panels may look like, explore pictures of some of the very best executed stained glass wedding backgrounds below.

Frank Lloyd Wright Style Vintage Stained Glass

 

Art Nouveau Style Vintage Stained Glass

 

Vintage Leaded Stained Glass

 

For more information on custom antique style stained glass for your Houston area wedding, contact us at Scottish Stained Glass on pricing and ideas.

Discovering Utah’s Most Beautiful Stained Glass

Posted October 4th, 2018 by Martin Faith

Stained Glass On Utah Churches

Stained glass has long been a way for church’s to portray religious iconography in lovely ways.  Some even contend the beautiful storytelling done by these windows is something only these windows are able to do and we tend to agree.  It makes sense then that Utah is a hotbed for stained glass on churches since the state as a whole is home not only to Mormon’s but many other religions that appreciate the impact of stained glass.  Stained glass began appearing here in Utah at least as early as 1866 from there spread consistently through the state–even to this present day. Below we have highlighted some of the most remarkable stained glass in the state of Utah for your viewing pleasure.

LDS Church History Museum

Now housed in the the Latter Day Saints Museum this window was originally commisioned in 1892 and is an absolutely lovely depiction of the “First Vision for the Holy of Holies in the Salt Lake Temple” The creation of this window led to several other “First Vision” windows being commisioned from numerous artists for Latter-day Saint meetinghouses.

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

An absolutely breathtaking depiction of the love an humility of Christ this stained glass masterpiece is housed in Provo, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church.  According to the church website, it is– “rooted in historical Christianity, particularly as it is expressed in the Anglican tradition of scripture, tradition, and reason,” And while that is true it is also a remarkable piece of church history that still looks magnificent at 100+ years old.

B’nai Israel Temple

This window was originally made in 1891 for a new Congregation B’nai Israel synagogue.  This synagogue saw great growth from that point on and the window truly represents the resilience of the Jewish people both here in Utah and abroad. Much like the Jewish people the steadfast stone facade and intricate stained glass windows have weathered time, elements and human intervention.

Scottish Stained Glass For Utah Church Stained Glass Restoration

At Scottish stained glass, we are committed to preserving religious stained glass both for its symbolic value and the value pertaining to Utah’s long church history.   For almost 3 decades we have repaired a myriad of religious stained glass windows both here in Utah and across the country and as such are the country’s premier stained glass restoration experts.  Contact us today with questions about your church, synagogue or mosque stained glass restoration project and to schedule an inspection of your chapel’s stained glass.

3 Reasons You Should Add Visiting Sainte-Chapelle to Your Paris Bucket List

Posted October 3rd, 2018 by Martin Faith

For those stained glass enthusiasts who are fortunate enough to have a Paris visit coming up, there are so many gorgeous stained glass collections that can be found throughout this historical city. Stained glass is such a unique medium that can be housed in houses of worship and other historic properties. With so much to see in Paris and the surrounding areas, it’s important to plan your visit and prioritize the sites that are on your bucket list. Saint-Chapelle is one of our favorite stained glass collections– we believe that any stained glass enthusiast should prioritize this for any future visit.

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Benefits of Visiting Sainte-Chapelle’s Renowned Stained Glass

Saint-Chapelle, located in the heart of Paris, features 1,113 stained glass windows that showcase the unique Rayonnant Gothic period. Arranged throughout 15 windows that are each about 50 feet in height, the stained glass original to this church depicts 1,113 scenes from the Old and New Testaments. These historical pieces each have a stunning, intricate design with bold colors. In addition to these tall arching stained glass windows is a spectacular kaleidoscope of vibrant stained glass featured within the main sanctuary. It is truly overwhelming standing inside this impressive work of art. With the majority of the structure encased with stained glass, it almost makes you wonder just how it’s capable of being structurally sound.

Taking Inspiration from Sainte-Chapelle for Your Fort Worth Church

Sainte-Chapelle has become one of the largest tourist attractions in France, especially for stained glass enthusiasts. Their one-of-a-kind stained glass collection has even made it possible for them to charge for tickets for visitors to explore their stained glass. Fort Worth churches can take note from these pieces of art and create their own custom religious stained glass pieces with a little inspiration.

For more information regarding custom stained glass for your Fort Worth church, please contact us!

Stained Glass We Love: La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Posted October 3rd, 2018 by Martin Faith

Here at Scottish Stained Glass, we’re definitely very passionate about stained glass and the entire industry devoted to this beautiful art medium. We always enjoy the discovery of different stained glass pieces from around the world. It’s amazing seeing what other stained glass artisans accomplish and are commissioned to create. With so many inspiring, beautiful pieces from around the world, we love taking ideas that we’ve seen and incorporating these styles into the custom stained glass pieces that we’re commissioned to do. One of our favorite collections of stained glass has to be housed within La Sagrada Familia located in Barcelona.

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Noteworthy Stained Glass Masterpieces Housed in La Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia is a gorgeous historical temple that was built in 1866 in Barcelona, Spain. This beautiful church makes great use of natural sunlight with the usage of several stained glass windows that are featured throughout the house of worship. The rising sun lights up the Nativity facade while the daily sunlight shines through vibrantly colored, abstract stained glass windows. With a full-color palette, the purpose of the spectrum of colors is used for symbolizing the expression of life. Colors are also found throughout the enameled ceramic that decorates the exterior of the temple forming designs and symbols of religion.

Taking Inspiration from La Sagrada Familia for Your Fort Collins Custom Stained Glass Project

Fort Collins churches, residences, and businesses can all share the love of art. Taking inspiration from La Sagrada Familia is a wonderful idea for your custom stained glass project. Even though these works of art feature historical stained glass, the designs are quite modern and beautiful in color. Churches, homes, and businesses can all take advantage of creating a custom stained glass investment based on the noteworthy collection.

For more information on custom stained glass for your Fort Collins property, please contact us!

 

Exploring Beautiful Stained Glass Churches in Singapore

Posted October 3rd, 2018 by Martin Faith

Singapore is a very unique country that was recently established. As one of the most competitive, business commerce that features a global hub for various industries, Singapore is one-of-a-kind. Another unique feature of Singapore is its beautiful church stained glass windows. Unlike many other churches found around the world that can house original stained glass dating back to the 14th century, the stained glass found throughout the churches in Singapore are modern. There are even 21 notable Singapore churches that feature gorgeous, contemporary religious stained glass.

Gorgeous Religious Stained Glass Examples Throughout Singapore Churches

The Church of Saint Francis Xavier features beautifully unique stained glass windows. Built in 1959, the modern portrayal of biblical scenes paired with contemporary scenic stained glass windows creates such a stunning service for anyone who’s lucky enough to experience it. The Saint Joseph’s Church houses a Neo-Gothic style with gorgeous lancet arches and one of the largest stained glass collections found in Singapore. With clear, leaded glass windows that have pops of color and biblical figures as the focal point, these stained glass windows are a definite must-see. Built in 1888, the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes is one of the oldest churches found within Singapore. A unique eight-petalled rose window and beautiful stained glass windows custom built from France are all housed within this historical church.

Taking Inspiration from Singapore Churches for Your Colorado Springs Custom Stained Glass

The religious stained glass found within Singapore churches features unique, modern usage of stained glass. These beautiful, artsy pieces can provide any Colorado Springs resident with inspiration for their own custom stained glass piece. Scottish Stained Glass is happy to help you create the custom stained glass window of your dreams! Custom stained glass is a great investment for any Colorado Springs church, home, or business.

For more information regarding our custom church stained glass services, please contact us!

Exploring the History and Purpose of Church Stained Glass

Posted October 3rd, 2018 by Martin Faith

The history behind stained glass is truly fascinating. We believe that stained glass originated in the Middle East as a way to allow an abundance of natural light but still be able to keep their buildings completely closed off. Mastery of stained glass began in Egypt and Rome stemming into how historical churches would utilize this medium. Churches began commissioning windows that featured religious figures from the bible. With such a rich history, exploring the historical background alongside the purpose of church stained glass can be very enriching.

Historical Background and Purpose of Religious Stained Glass

As stained glass evolved over the centuries, more and more colors were discovered. Whenever new metals were found, stained glass artisans were able to create new color palettes for their stained glass pieces. Stained glass was always a very expensive medium especially when glass was such a high commodity. Buildings would have to take the risk of having their stained glass windows rendered useless since there was always the chance that another property would be built directly in front of it. Stained glass was originally a very functional item that slowly evolved into a form of art. During the medieval period, churches realized they could use stained glass as a way to educate the illiterate about the bible. The light also symbolized God and was a great way to showcase important messages from the bible.

 Taking Inspiration from Stained Glass History and Purpose for Your Salt Lake City Property

Stained glass has always been used as a means for allowing abundant natural light into your property while keeping the building completely closed and private. Salt Lake City churches can still use this powerful medium for portraying important biblical figures and messages.

For more information regarding our custom stained glass services for your Salt Lake City property, please contact us!

The Ultimate Bucket List for Stained Glass Lovers

Posted October 2nd, 2018 by Martin Faith

There is definitely a niche for those who are passionate about stained glass. Stained glass is one of the most interesting, oldest mediums that have been used throughout the centuries for portraying beautiful works of art. Stained glass is featured throughout the world showcasing masterpieces that range from biblically inspired to abstract nature pieces. Some of the most noteworthy stained glass pieces are found in different houses of worship throughout the world. Here are the ones we think are part of the ultimate bucket list for any stained glass enthusiast.

Beautiful Stained Glass Masterpieces for Stained Glass Enthusiasts

The Gloucester Cathedral located in the United Kingdom showcases stained glass from five different movements ranging from the 14th century to present day. These movements include the Arts and Crafts, Heraldic, Medieval, Twentieth and Twenty-First, and Victorian. From commemorations of a beloved community composer to intricate biblically inspired stained glass, the Gloucester Cathedral has the most unique variety of stained glass that we recommend seeing in person. The Nasir al-Mulk Mosque located in Iran has extensive stained glass built into its facade. This renowned mosque showcases beautiful traditional Muslim designs throughout its interior that’s complemented with gorgeous custom stained glass features. As the sunlight hits all of the stained glass, it creates a stunning colorful prism effect found throughout the interiors.

An Inspiration for Your Kansas City Church, Home, or Business

Any stained glass enthusiast dreams of having their own unique masterpiece to showcase in their church, home, or business. Whether you see these impressive works of art in person or simply through online photographs, we’d love to collaborate with you to create your very own stunning custom stained glass piece. We’re looking forward to working with you!

For more information regarding our custom stained glass services for your Kansas City property, please contact us!

Exploring Beautiful Stained Glass Churches in The South

Posted October 2nd, 2018 by Martin Faith

Here in the United States many of our most notable churches, chapels, and cathedrals can be found within the southern states. Exploring these southern houses of worship can provide the inspiration you’re looking for within your own church or home. These beautiful stained glass pieces are truly unique, interesting pieces that draw on creativity and biblical inspiration. When deciding to start your own stained glass project, creating beautiful religious stained glass can really heighten to worship experience and provide even more reasons for your congregation to gather.

Noteworthy Southern Religious Stained Glass Pieces

The Chapel of Thanksgiving located in Dallas, Texas features a beautiful seashell-like spiral of stained glass that’s housed within their main sanctuary providing gorgeous prisms of inspiring light whenever natural lighting hits it. This unique stained glass piece was custom built and is part of the original structure. The Ida Cason Callaway Memorial Chapel at Callaway Resort and Gardens has a very large stained glass feature that actually portrays abstract art of the Southern pines and other native trees found in the area. The amazing contrast between the abstract art and the natural surroundings is truly unique. We love seeing a stained glass piece that mimics nature, which is such a departure from other religious stained glass pieces that are biblically inspired.

Taking Inspiration for Your Custom Stained Glass in Dallas

Dallas churches can definitely take inspiration from all these noteworthy southern religious stained glass pieces. Creating eye-catching stained glass can improve the worshipping process, attract new congregation members, and even draw in tourists. If your church is located in a beautiful, scenic location, creating a gorgeous stained glass piece that imitates the natural surroundings can also heighten your overall service experience.

For more information regarding noteworthy southern religious stained glass or in regard to our custom stained glass services, please contact us!

From Switzerland to Paris: Stained Glass Masterpieces from Around the World

Posted October 2nd, 2018 by Martin Faith

Stained glass has been an important part of our history throughout the world. There are some stunning masterpieces that people actually travel to go see in person– these works of art are so impressive and can definitely become the main attraction. Many of these amazing stained glass pieces are featured within various houses of worship. Churches and homes in the United States can take inspiration from these unique stained glass windows.

Notable Stained Glass Masterpieces Featured Around the World

The renowned Paris church, Sainte-Chapelle, has 15 gorgeous stained glass windows that are almost 50 feet tall. These original stained glass windows are highly intricate and colorful featuring stunning biblical scenes with jewel tones. These breathtaking stained glass features surround the viewer and can be a lot to take in due to their size and nature. The main sanctuary actually has a highly unique kaleidoscope feature with stained glass incorporated throughout. Another notable stained glass feature is housed within the Grossmunster Protestant church. These stained glass features were actually added in more recent centuries by pop art icon Sigmar Polke. Unlike other religious stained glass, these stained glass windows don’t showcase biblical scenes or figures. The stained glass found in the Grossmunster are abstract pieces of art unique to this property.

Finding Inspiration from Notable Stained Glass Masterpieces for Your Church, Home, or Business

These notable stained glass pieces can fuel some major inspiration for your next custom stained glass piece! We’re able to replicate any style or design or even simply draw inspiration from something in order to create the perfect investment piece for your San Antonio church, home, or business. If there’s any stained glass piece that completely captures your attention, simply contact us and we can help make it happen!

For more information regarding notable stained glass pieces from around the world, please contact us!

Exploring Modern Examples of Stained Glass Around the World

Posted October 1st, 2018 by Martin Faith

Stained glass has been around for centuries offering a versatile medium for artists to showcase unique pieces of art. Recent stained glass pieces feature a more modern usage of this diverse medium often complimenting the architecture it’s found in. Pieces of colored glass can be incorporated in the most unique ways to create colorful prisms throughout properties. Exploring different, modern creations with stained glass around the world can be truly inspiring and offer some creative opportunities.

Modern Stained Glass Pieces from Around the Globe

Colorful stained glass pieces can be strategically placed throughout a building in order to illuminate certain areas of your home or business. This adds pops of color that can brighten your property up from the outside while breaking up the white space inside. Colorful stained glass creates beautiful prisms whenever natural or manmade light hits it, offering an array of colors that bounce throughout the walls and floors of your property. These colorful glass pieces can also be used for entire facades of a building or for any patio or outdoor feature. The textured nature of stained glass obscures unwanted views in while still maintaining significant light transmissions. Stained glass can be used in several ways to complement your decor or as a centerpiece for the entire property.

Custom Stained Glass Services for Your Home or Business

Scottish Stained Glass is the industry leader in custom stained glass providing beautiful, modern features for homes and businesses across the nation! We’ve been inspired by the trend of modern stained glass throughout the globe as well and would love the opportunity to create such stunning, unique pieces for your property. Whether you’re interested in a smaller stained glass piece or a large, eye-catching centerpiece, we’ve got you covered.

For more information regarding modern stained glass ideas for your property, please contact us!

Learning How to Interpret Church Stained Glass Biblical Messages

Posted October 1st, 2018 by Martin Faith

Religious stained glass has been a popular tradition for centuries and can be found in various houses of worship throughout the world. With such powerful imagery and symbolism, religious stained glass is meant to inspire congregations. Congregation members treasure these beautiful pieces and find their own meanings behind these images. While many of these messages may seem straightforward with depictions of biblical scenes, quotes, and figures, did you know that the colors of your church’s stained glass also represent important values? Here’s a guide to helping you interpret all the colors found within your church’s stained glass.

What Church Stained Glass Colors Symbolize

Have you noticed all the different colors featured throughout your church’s stained glass? This traditional approach incorporates several different colors that actually symbolize a unique message with each individual color. Red typically symbolizes the blood of Christ in order to serve as a reminder of Jesus’ suffering. Red also conveys strong feelings of love or hate. Blue symbolizes serenity, heaven, piety, and hope. Blue is often associated with the Virgin Mary and is incorporated into scenes that feature her. Since green is the color of nature, this color symbolizes growth and rebirth. White typically is associated with purity and innocence that’s associated with God. Jesus wore purple prior to his crucifixion, making this color associated with suffering and endurance.

Benefits of Custom Religious Stained Glass for Your Church

Custom religious stained glass offers your church an opportunity to convey what’s important specifically to your congregation. Custom stained glass can reflect any biblical message or portray any biblical figure. You can even decide on all the colors you’d like to incorporate for your stained glass, individualizing all the meaning.

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Creative Ways to Incorporate Antique Stained Glass for Outdoor Colorado Weddings

Posted October 1st, 2018 by Martin Faith

Are you planning a gorgeous outdoor Colorado wedding? Wedding planning can be so overwhelming with so many little details to think of! Outdoor weddings give you such a wonderful opportunity to find unique features that can be incorporated into the landscape. Have you considered what antique stained glass can do for your outdoor wedding? This popular trend sports some very creative, stunning ways to add historical and aesthetic touches you wouldn’t be able to find with any other medium.

Stunning Antique Stained Glass Ideas for Your Outdoor Colorado Wedding

When planning for an outdoor wedding, finding ways to accentuate the gorgeous Colorado landscape in the background is always key. Moderation is important in order to not overpower or take away from the scenic background. Antique stained glass can be incorporated in so many creative ways that actually complement the landscape. Stained glass can be used as the centerpiece or backdrop at the altar. With unique ways of presenting stained glass, wedding planners can use these antique pieces as the framework for a truly stunning wedding. Antique stained glass photographs incredibly well especially with the contrast with nature. Finding the right stained glass can give your wedding that lovely rustic feel or even a more contemporary feel– with so many different styles and designs available, you can really make your outdoor wedding your own.

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Benefits of Antique Stained Glass for Outdoor Colorado Weddings

Antique stained glass is one-of-a-kind offering stunning works of art that can make your outdoor Colorado wedding that much more memorable. Scottish Stained Glass has thousands of unique antique stained glass pieces that have been imported here from Scotland. We’re happy to help you find the perfect piece that complements the altar and other backdrops or features you may be considering for your outdoor wedding.

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The Importance of Maintaining & Restoring Stained Glass in Historic Waukegan Churches and Chapels

Posted September 29th, 2018 by Martin Faith

With so many of the historic, antique religious stained glass featured throughout churches and chapels in Waukegan, Illinois reaching the age range of 75 years to 100 years old, regular maintenance and timely restoration is key to guaranteeing the longevity of these important pieces. With regular upkeep, your stained glass can remain in better condition until it is due for restoration as well as minimizing the risk of permanent damage occurring. Timely restoration done by an experienced stained glass studio can also extend your religious stained glass’s life for another 100 years or more.

Benefits of Regular Upkeep and Restoration for Your Historic Waukegan Church or Chapel’s Stained Glass

Historic Waukegan churches and chapels can maintain their significant stained glass windows by attending to them with regular upkeep. This includes proper cleaning of the stained glass, restoring the wood framework housing the windows, and repairing any minor damages ie cracks, scratches, etc. before they get worse. Restoration is an inevitable process that all antique stained glass has to undergo in order to keep these antiques available for your congregation for generations to come. Restoration needs to be conducted immediately once signs of deterioration are evident or you may risk needing replacement and lose your stained glass to permanent, unfortunate damage. The restoration process is vital for preserving the antique and sentimental value of your stained glass as well.

Religious Stained Glass Restoration for Historic Waukegan Church and Chapel Stained Glass

It’s vital to find the right stained glass studio in order to get successful results without jeopardizing the antique value of your stained glass. Stained glass studios should provide an on-site assessment that analyzes the causes of deterioration in addition to an individualized restoration plan, project timeline, and estimated project cost.

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Taking the First Steps Toward Stained Glass Restoration for Bolingbrook Churches

Posted September 27th, 2018 by Martin Faith

Bolingbrook churches have always had some of the most beautiful, unique religious stained glass features in their churches and other houses of worship. These historical pieces of art showcase powerful imagery of biblical scenes, important quotes, and much more. While you may think that there’s no way to keep your stained glass in good condition, stained glass restoration is actually available for comprehensive preservation of antique value and aesthetics. Taking the right first steps towards restoration is significant in order to ensure that the end results are optimal.

Tips on How to Find the Right Stained Glass Studio for Restoration for Your Bolingbrook Church

Discovering damage and deterioration of your antique religious stained glass windows is always stressful. These one-of-a-kind stained glass features are such a fundamental part of any church, making it even more important to take the proper steps in finding a reliable, experienced stained glass studio for repairs and restoration. We always recommend doing your own research of each stained glass studio you contact– take a look at their reviews, portfolio, and how many years of experience they have in stained glass restoration. This can make all the difference in the final results! Having a stained glass studio without experience can actually decrease the antique value and the amount of time your stained glass remains in good condition.

Religious Stained Glass Restoration Assessment for Bolingbrook Churches

Stained glass repair studios should always provide you with an in-depth assessment of your restoration project. This is always completed in person at your church so that a comprehensive report detailing damage, causes, project timeline, expenses, and cost-benefit analysis are all available at your disposal. This assessment should help you decide which stained glass studio to move forward with as well.

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Beautiful Examples of Church Glass for Your Columbus Church

Posted September 27th, 2018 by Martin Faith

For centuries churches have been utilizing stained glass as a staple in decor, art, and showcasing important values for their congregations and communities. This trend is still prevalent throughout Columbus churches, allowing worshippers to incorporate these pieces of art into their services and lives. Custom religious stained glass can be added at any time and offer a multitude of benefits that can’t be found with any other medium.

Benefits of Custom Religious Stained Glass for Columbus Churches

Custom religious stained glass enables countless benefits for your Columbus church. By investing in custom stained glass, your church can feature the most important values, favorite biblical quotes, and more to your community. Religious stained glass is often embraced by congregations and become a vital part of the worshipping process. Congregation members associate these beautiful pieces of art with historical value, personal perceptions of inspiration, and as something to share with their loved ones. Stained glass can have such powerful imagery and symbolism that’s personalized and hand-tailored to your church, bonding your community and adding consistency to your services. Our custom stained glass studio is able to execute anything your church would like to display– from hand-painted portraits of significant biblical figures to contemporary leaded designs. Stained glass can also provide the privacy your congregation deserves during service without obstructing natural light.

Design Process for Custom Religious Stained Glass in Columbus Churches

Scottish Stained Glass is the leading custom stained glass studio serving Columbus churches. We begin the design process with a consultation to better understand your project requirements, goals, and challenges. One of our stained glass artisans then hand-sketches all of your ideas, bringing your designs to life. Our clients always review their design at least eight to ten times prior to assembly.

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Taking the First Steps Toward Stained Glass Restoration for Muskogee Churches

Posted September 27th, 2018 by Martin Faith

As numerous antique religious stained glass windows begin to showcase signs of deterioration among Muskogee churches, it’s pertinent in taking the right steps towards restoration in order to gain successful results. Whether your church’s stained glass recently fell victim to a natural disaster, vandalism, or just old age, finding the right stained glass repair studio with the relevant experience can make all the difference in your restoration.

Tips for Starting a Proper Restoration for Your Muskogee Church’s Stained Glass

Once you’ve discovered that your religious antique stained glass is in need of repairs or restoration, the next steps you take are vital for successful results. The first step you should take is researching and contacting stained glass repair studios. These stained glass studios should require conducting an on-site assessment of your stained glass in order to provide you with a comprehensive project timeline, project estimates, cost-benefit analysis, as well as the determination of deterioration causes and an individually-tailored course of action. Any stained glass studio that offers any further information without an on-site visit should immediately be disqualified from potential contractors. Once you’ve received all of your assessments, make sure you do background research on each studio to validify experience and see other restorations they’ve accomplished. A well-experienced studio should have a portfolio with example work to show you as well.

Fundraising Efforts for Restoration of Muskogee Church Stained Glass

Restoration can be a costly and time-consuming process, especially when seeking the right studio that’ll preserve your antique value. Fundraising has always been an effective solution for fulfilling the funds required for restoration. Scottish Stained Glass has helped many churches with their fundraising efforts and is happy to help provide you with all the information you may need.

For more information regarding the first steps towards religious stained glass restoration for your Muskogee church, please contact us!

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