Stained Glass

Stained glass can be found in...

• Churches
• Cathedrals
• Mosques
• Other significant buildings

A little history...

• Stained glass is believed to have originated in Ancient Egypt or Ancient Rome
• Different colors are made by using different levels of metallic oxide
• Many stained glass windows represent Biblical scenes
• Today, it has become a popular hobby!

Stained glass artists must...

• Be able to pay attention to detail
• Have a steady, delicate hand
• Understand the different types of glass and how to work with them
• Be able to make good-quality, long lasting pieces of art

Learn how to make stained glass virtually…for free!

Where do they work?

• Many stained glass artists work from home in their own studios. There are also companies that make stained glass. However, these companies, such as Spectrum Glass, not only create stained glass windows, but they also special in a plethora of glass products and also sell the glass pieces separately for other to use (for windows, stained glass etc.)

Fact for Success

• In order to make the best living, a stained glass artist should have the skills to make many glass products, not just stained glass windows.

Annual Salaries

Professional Stained Glass Artist Groups

• Stained Glass Association of American (http://stainedglass.org)
• Glass art Meetups (http://glassart.meetup.com)