DESIGN GALLERY OF STAINED GLASS ART WORK
In the following pieces of artwork, I use a variety of techniques to explore the properties of light transmission through coloured glass, drawing inspiration from the traditions of both the Middle East and Western Europe, adapting traditional designs to contemporary situations.

In these pieces I aspire to the classical principles of harmony, unity and beauty by shaping and modifying the glass surface, painting with light to reveal multiple depths of pattern and decoration.

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Iznik Plate

 Inspired by the free flowing movement of the composition, which later helped me appreciate the abstract movement of the line in calligraphy. 113 Kb

Kufic Script

 Emphasising the bold upright style of the script, contrasting with the delicate floral elements surrounding it. 141 Kb

Red Screen

 Is an exploration into texture and mixed media, featuring central glass calligraphy. An attempt to produce harmony through combining different materials. 124 Kb

Red Screen (Detail)

 121 Kb

Blue Screen

 Influenced by carpet design and pierced work, mixed media, a play on symmetry and asymmetry, the transition between colours and between transmitted and reflected light. 169 Kb

Blue Screen (Detail)

 229 Kb

Bismillah Stained Glass Manuscript

 Inspired by the richness of detail of a 14th Century Persian design, explorations and experimentation into new techniques to create various glass textures. 136 Kb

Bismillah Stained Glass Manuscript (Detail)

 160 Kb

Green Screen

 Private commission, combining the elements of the arabesque, an interplay between geometric and floral elements. 169 Kb

Green Screen (Detail)

 237 Kb

Stucco Stained Glass

 Experimental project combining stained glass and the work of Abdel Fettah Seffar, a Moroccan artist in plaster (stucco). 193 Kb

Hilya [Red]

 The Arabic text is based on 17th Century Ottoman calligraphy and the illumination inspired by an artist from Iraq. Further explorations into techniques for decorating the surface of glass. 196 Kb

Hilya [Red] Detail

 230 Kb

Hilya [Blue]

 The Arabic text is based on 17th Century Ottoman calligraphy and the illumination inspired by an artist from Iraq. Further explorations into techniques for decorating the surface of glass. 151 Kb

Ebru (Marbling)

 Inspired by the Turkish illuminators. Experimentations using a variety of glass paints and pigments to achieve this unique effect on glass.

187 Kb

Circular Bismillah

 Painted and marbled with lustres containing precious metals. 1998.

103 Kb
If you are a serious reader and want to know a little more about the background and description of the techniques involved then read the section on Techniques of Stained Glass for Exploring Islamic Art.

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