There is a mind-numbing and irritating consensus which insists that stained glass paint should be fired between successive layers. This silly idea is found in any number of so-called instructional books on stained glass painting techniques.
It’s wrong, of course. And here’s a short wordless video which proves the point!
Our ever-collecting client, just because he liked it, had bought a 19th century window from an auction house in Paris, France.
The trouble was, it was the wrong shape and too short by 10 inches for the particular place he had in mind within his ornate lakeside villa.
We’ve been a little silent for a while. Here’s why – plus you’ll find a really useful tip about highlighting.
Let me tell you that the key points are: have a plan (don’t usually invent things as you go along), hold your glass firmly with one hand, work from the bridge with the other, choose your highlighting tool with care (make your own as needed), be confident (not scratchy, unless scratchy is what you really want), consider stencils (especially if you have a repeating pattern), remember how the back of the glass is also good for stained glass highlights, and use your hands as needed (just be sure they’re clean).
Right, now I’ve said my piece, will you also have a look?