At the beginning of my career, I thought that the more processes I developed in my studio, the more financially secure I would be. In many ways, this has proven true.
Starting out making suncatchers, stained glass lampshades, and stained glass windows took years of uncertainty and financial challenges. Then, restoring sacred stained glass windows, primarily for churches without the resources to hire commercial companies.
Acquiring an original set of Henry Lang Beveling machinery broadened my offerings after two years of trial and error practice before I had samples I was willing to show.
Next, fusing, silvering, carving, and painting filled my life with newfound resources, giving me a sense of certainty about my future.
I made this bevel-glass window to match a series of windows for a home in the historic Fan District of Richmond, Virginia, that had gone missing many years ago. It is an excellent example of my diversity, helping me fill a void in my schedule.