Over the years, my focus has been creativity.

I’ve only passively studied the history of art glass. I learned a little here and there. I was inspired as much by photographs of working studios, mainly how they were organized and the men and women who worked there.

In September 2013, I received a phone call from St. John’s Lutheran Church in South West Virginia from someone who wanted to discuss an idea with me.

They were beginning to rethink their cross. It could be more inspirational.

Over the years, I have noticed sheets of silvered stained glass when I visit some of my suppliers. I often wonder how I could use it in my projects one day. I bought several sheets to experiment with and demonstrate my ideas when an opportunity arose.

Everyone was ecstatic with the outcome, including me.