Commissioned work...
Work Focus
Each beautiful art glass piece I make is commissioned for a specific client, and designed for that client's purpose and architectural setting. Most of my projects are for homeowners or business owners (for their offices). My most requested project is a memorial to remember a beloved pet, though I will do any theme desired.
The Process
We discuss any ideas the client has regarding the pose desired, which photos capture the pet's personality, and how detailed it needs to be. For example, a dalmation would be much more difficult and time consuming than a golden retriever, due to the dog's markings.
Design phase
If the client wishes to move on to the design phase, I require a non-refundable deposit. As the piece is designed, I take account of any suggestions the client has made regarding pet's personality or desired pose. I also consider lighting conditions, what may be visible beyond the window where it will be displayed, and whether the client wants the view to remain visible or not and still have the design capture the essence of the pet. I sketch a picture of what I have in mind, decide on form, color, and balance of the whole, and work out the placing and rough form of individual features. There are very personal touches in some of my designs, and clients’ interests have led to a wide range of subjects, style and atmosphere in my work.I discuss the proposed design with the client and for animal projects, require photos of the animal to work from. I am usually able to quote a firm price for the project. If the client has already specified a budget, this is taken into consideration during the estimation process.
Fabrication
When the design is approved, price agreed, and deposit received, I begin creation of the artwork. A residential stained glass window measuring of 6 square feet might take up to 300 hours to build. I make the windows myself.
Price
The price of the work depends on an estimate of the time it will take to build, and the cost of materials. Time is the major component. It is determined by the design and size of the work. The range of prices for residential-scale windows and panels begins at about $600.00 per square foot and can go up to about $1,500.00 per square foot.Additional costs include shipping (insured), installation and applicable sales taxes. The final payment is required before the piece is shipped.
Copyright
I retain design copyright on all of my work.
Contact
Please call, write or email me if you would like to discuss commissioning a stained glass piece for your home, office or any other situation.All work is custom made to order. The initial consultation is done through email and/or faxing, as well as phone conversations. References can be provided. Prices can vary greatly depending upon complexity of designs, custom beveling, sizes of windows, design time required, etc. I make every effort to present options to you that will fit your budget, and will give you the opportunity upgrade by knowing what materials are available for your project.
Cost for shipping and crating of the project varies upon size and final destination. Shipping can range from $12.50 (suncatchers) to $600.00 (windows), insured.
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