Abstract Flow

Screen window, 2023

This abstract screen window was commissioned by the client to provide privacy, colour and beauty for a consultation room without having an impact on the amount of available light. The glasses used include Lamberts Gold Pink on Clear and Gold/Pink/Silver/Yellow on Clear

Quilt

Kitchen window, 2023

This abstract panel was commissioned to provide privacy for a kitchen window which overlooked a neighbouring property. The clients were very much involved in choosing the colour palette and glass textures which obscured the view through the window.

Ammonite

Picture window, 2022

This abstract panel was commissioned to fit a newly-created internal window. The clients wanted the design to reflect the windows of the Sagrada Familia and also reference the story of St Hilda, the first Abbess of Whitby Abbey. Mediaeval folklore has it that the ammonite fossils in local rocks were created when she  turned all the evil serpents in Whitby to stone.

Butterfly Dragonfly Abstract

Picture window, 2022

This abstract panel was commissioned as a Birthday present to make the most of a well-lit hallway window. I was given a great deal of freedom to create a design based on a butterfly and dragonfly using English Antique and Lamberts glass.

Elements

Picture window, 2022

This abstract panel was designed in partnership with the client for a small studio apartment. It was framed in hardwood to provide a feature window that works when viewed from either side.

Felt Violin

Hallway Door Window, 2021

This panel was commissioned by the clients to bring light and colour into a dark hallway. It features many references to personal travels and creativity which they wanted to celebrate.

Islamic Pattern

Free-hanging window, 2021

This panel was commissioned by the client as a commemoration for a family member. It was created using the geometric techniques of Islamic pattern design within the shape of the arch often found in Islamic architecture.

Garden Abstract

Feature window, 2021

This abstract window was commissioned as an anniversary celebration by the clients and features several personal themes which they chose to include in the window. The panel was encapsulated in a sealed unit with Pilkington's optifloat satin glass facing outside to obscure the view behind the window.

Sagrada

Porthole window, 2021

This design for this window was inspired by the amazing glazing at the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona.. It was commissioned by the client to provide a central feature in the wall of a new extension, and is made entirely of highly textured and varied mouth-blown glass.

The Ravello Tree

Front Door Surround Window, 2019

This window was commissioned by the client to make a feature of the front door surround for their new home. The idea of the design resulted from a fusion of the clients favourite themes (including the Ravello Tree on the Amalfi Coast) with a play on the period leaded lights often found in Edwardian homes. The fully refurbished house dates from that period so the window connects the house with its past.

Butterfly Abstract

Hallway feature window, 2020

The brief for this commission was to make a feature window adjacent to a new front door. The clients wanted the window to pick up on the colours of existing handmade glass lampshades that featured in a house full of original art.

Bee & Harebell

Stairwell feature window, 2019

This window was commissioned by the clients to make the most of a very well lit stairwell window by utilising a striking but simple design. The aim was to make a window that would feature two of the most-loved features in the walled garden behind the house.  I wanted to highlight the bee in flight and the curves of the hanging harebell flowers.

Hellebore

Stairwell feature window, 2019

This window was commissioned by the clients to replace an original panel with a design more in keeping with their interest in nature and flora, especially the hellebore flower. The aim was to make a window that would mask the view behind but still admit plenty of light to illuminate the stairwell. I wanted to make a feature of the natural curves of each individual petal and used English Antique glass to get the exact colour match.

Autumn abstract

Window insert, 2015

This small window was commissioned as a gift, and depicts the colours and shapes of an Autumn treescape

Tree Frog

Free-hanging panel, 2015

This design was created for a client whose French farmhouse was visited annually by these striking creatures

Mother and Child

Exhibition panel, 2011

This design is based on an original commission depicting scenes from the Life of Jesus. The design was changed to enhance it and make it more universal in portraying the relationship between mother and child.

A Deep-cut Water Course

Interior screen panel, 2016

This window was created as the final part of a kitchen refurbishment. It provides a focal point between the two rooms and is based on elements from the local landscape which were most significant for the client 

Clematis Abstract

Oriel window, 2016

This window was created on the theme of one of the clients favourite flowers, the Cote D"Azur clematis

Revelation

Exhibition panel, 2008

This panel was created for the 40cm2 Exhibition curated by the British Society of Master Glass Painters. The sole brief was to create a panel 40cm x 40cm in size, and the design was inspired by a highly magnified view of a peacock feather. 'A hidden world within'

Abstract

Mezzanine entrance window, 2006

Created as an abstract to highlight the beauty of mouth blown glass

Autumnal landscape abstract

Sidelight windows, 2015

This pair of panels was created  to frame a new entrance to the living room. The client wanted an abstract design which strongly featured autumnal colours and the leaf shapes of local trees and wild flowers

Autumnal landscape abstract

Sidelight windows, 2015

This pair of panels was commissioned together with another set for the living room. The brief here was to create an abstract design which featured abstract representations of local wildlife which lay hidden within the overall abstract design. The panels were made entirely of English Antique Glass

Grace's Window

Celebration window, 2015

This window was commissioned to celebrate the life of one of the pupils at White Waltham C of E Academy. It was a privilege to create this window, and the children at the school contributed their memories in the form of some great pencil sketches. The overall theme was very positive, inspired by the hymn "All Things Bright and Beautiful" and the magical Blue Morpho butterfly.

Abstract

Stairwell window, 2015

The brief for this window was to create an abstract which incorporated 'hidden' references which were meaningful to the client. The window also needed to afford a degree of privacy without cutting out the light, hence the use of some heavily textured glass

Stringed Abstract

Stairwell window, 2015

This was a window created for a very musical family whose members included a stringed instrument maker and two talented fiddle players. The brief for the window was to create an abstract which contained the essential elements of both fiddle and mandolin. Made entirely of mouthblown glass.

Thistle Abstract

Bathroom window, 2014

This pair of panels was created to provide some privacy for a client's bathroom. The design was based on the fretwork in a favourite chair

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Abstract Flow

Transom window, 2013

One of my favourites. This window was commissioned by the client with no other purpose other than to celebrate the beauty of light shining through coloured glass

Abstract

Oriel window, 2010

This large panel was created to provide a striking feature above the main entrance to the client's house. It celebrates the beauty of the curves and colours found in nature

Abstract

Hallway sidelight window, 2014

This abstract window was commissioned to replace some very plain obscured glass in the client's hallway. The overall decor of the space was very contemporary, hence the abstract flowing design

Cat Gazing at Fly

Sidelight window, 2006

Semi-abstract front porch window created for cat lovers!

Victorian Twist

Door panels

Paired door panels with floral design based on a family woodcarving

Abstract

Feature window, 2011

This panel contrasts cooler colours on the left side of the design with warmer ones on the right. As it was an internal window the opening was backlit to ensure the colours shone through.

Abstract Landscape

Oriel window, 2009

This abstract landscape window was commissioned to make the most of a circular window above the entrance to the client's house

Abstract Tryptich

Free-standing panel, 2010

This set of three hanging panels was commissioned to make a feature of an archtop cove in the client's living room. The abstract design was created to link in with other stained glass panels in the same house

Abstract

Hallway feature window, 2010

The brief for this window was to create an abstract geometric design which formed a centrepiece for the hallway, and provided different interest at different times.

Hope & Rebirth

School reception window, 2009

Window commissioned by St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Sheffield. Using appealing shapes and colours I've tried to create a window that is vibrant and full of life, much like the children at the school. The sun and the dove with olive branch are symbols of hope and rebirth. The red pattern represents new life with the circular area corresponding to the light or source of all things

Abundance

Feature window, 2012

Made with a mixture of glasses, the brief here was to produce a window with a classical Pre-Raphaelite style to suit the surrounding decor.

Inspired

Music room window, 2010

This window depicts the theme of the four seasons, combined with a spiral fortuitously suggesting the scroll of a double bass (an instrument played by both clients)

Abstract

Stairwell window, 2009

A purely abstract panel created to make a feature of the stairwell window in the client's newly-renovated home

Abstract

Stairwell window, 2008

Abstract stairwell window created to complement a previous commission, and enhance a window looking into the client's conservatory.

Oak Abstract

Oriel window

This circular panel was commissioned to make a feature of an existing window overlooking the client's hallway. The brief was to feature the seasonal changes of the oak tree

Cornish Abstract

Feature window, 2007

The brief for this window was to create a panel which included an abstract reference to the Mên-an-Tol standing stones near Morven in Cornwall

Y Ddraig Goch

Interior door panel, 2008

Interior door panel depicting 'Y Ddraig Goch', the Welsh Dragon

Maiden

Practice panel, 2006

This small free-hanging panel was created as an exercise in traditional painting, staining and enamelling techniques

Nativity

Free-hanging practice panel, 2005

Hanging panel depicting the Nativity. Painted from the original 19th Century French cartoon, personal project undertaken at the Hardman Studio, Birmingham

The Owl...

Sidelight window, 2012

An abstract panel based on a natural theme with owl. This window forms one of a matching pair of hallway entrance windows

And the Kingfisher

Sidelight window, 2012

An abstract panel based on a natural theme with kingfisher. This window forms one of a matching pair of hallway entrance windows

Acorn Abstract

Front door panel, 2006

This front door panel was designed in a traditional style with a contemporary twist, and is based on the theme of the oak tree

High Peak Abstract

Feature window, 2006

An abstract window panel based on elements of the High Peak landscape

Possibility

Exhibition panel, 2004

This panel was created for the 30cm2 Exhibition curated by the British Society of Master Glass Painters. The sole brief was to create a panel 30cm x 30cm in size, and the design was inspired by a visit to Haddon House and seeing the exquisite quarried windows of the Long Gallery for the first time

Watery Abstract

Front door panel, 2007

This panel was commissioned by the client to enhance the light coming into the hallway.

Hide 'n' Seek

Exhibition panel, 2012

This panel was created for the Games 2012 Exhibition curated by the British Society of Master Glass Painters at the University of Swansea in Wales. The sole brief was to create a panel whose design was based on the theme of games. I used the opportunity to try out new techniques with glass painting

Wedding Celebration

Transom window panel, 2007

An abstract transom window whose design is based on that of the clients' wedding rings

St John's C of E School, Blackpool

Architectural commission, 2009

This window was designed in partnership with global award winning architects Aedas, and dedicated in December 2009. The design was based on the winning entry from a competition held by children at the school, and is based on the idea of an inspirational journey towards understanding and the light. This corresponds to the journey of the children through the School and later life. The bright circle near the top forms the heart of the window and represents the dwelling place of God, and the three smaller circles the three aspects of the Trinity.  I’ve chosen colours which are warm and inviting, and should complement the neutral colours of the new building surrounding it. The bright shining star also contains the image of the Cross which I have tried to make visible without it being too bold a feature in the window.

St John's C of E School, Blackpool

Architectural commission, 2009

Another view of the whole window as seen from outside at dusk

St Nicholas' C of E School, Blackpool

Architectural commission, 2010

The idea for this window came about after the School was extended and a new hall built in March 2009. The 1m x 5m window was unveiled at a Dedication Ceremony held on 16th September 2011, which was attended by the whole School including former teachers and pupils. The stories and teachings of Jesus play a very important part in the lives of the children at the School so the window was designed around five significant events in His life. From bottom to top the panels depict the Nativity, Jesus talking with Children, the Crucifixion, the Resurrection and the topmost panel symbolizes the Light and a candle flame which is one of the motifs of the School.

When designing this window I wanted to express these events in a way that was both accessible, meaningful and uplifting to the children. So with the Nativity panel, for example, I also wanted to convey the power of the relationship between a mother and child. by having each facing the other in a moment of tenderness.

Celebration window

Oriel window, 2012

This abstract design was commissioned to celebrate the life of a family member, and the brief was to create a design that was both beautiful in itself but which also had hidden meaning for the family

Red Poppy

Front Door Panel

This small front door panel was designed simply to reflect the beauty of the poppy flower

Abstract

Oriel window, 2009

This abstract window was created with vibrant colours and plenty of movement, along with considerable contribution from the clients, both of whom are artists in their own right

Win Hill Abstract

Front door panel, 2013

A stylised landscape panel based on a view from the rear of the clients house

Violin

Music room panel, 2003

This brief for this window was to create an inspirational window for the client who is an accomplished violinist. I wanted to express the power of the sound that is created when the bow strikes the string

Abstract

Oriel window

This window was commissioned by the client as a celebration of the life of a family member. They wanted the stairwell window to be both beautiful and practical in terms of letting as much light as possible into the space

Autumn Abstract

Hallway window 2016

This internal window was commissioned by the client to add a feature to the end of a long hallway he surface of the water. They wanted the panel to combine both the geometric (the Frank Lloyd Wright Coonley Playhouse windows) and the organic (an oak tree silhouette worked into the design so as not to disrupt the overall geometric pattern of lines and circles)

Leaf Cascade

Hallway window 2017

This front door panel was commissioned by the client to create a contemporary piece of art to complement the hallway of their Edwardian house. The artwork was an interpretation of the client's own design, the goal being to preserve the flow, colour, mood and lightness of her original sketch. The transom window above was reglazed in clear restoration glass in keeping with the Edwardian period

Sunburst

Stairwell archtop window 2017

This stairwell window was commissioned by the client to replace the original Crittall window with a contemporary piece of art. The artwork was an interpretation of the client's own design, the goal being to create a vibrant sunburst that would bring both warmth and light into the home.

Murano 2

Narrowboat door panel, 2018

This window was one of a pair designed for a newly commissioned narrowboat, and the clients wanted the design to harmonise with the colours of  original works hanging in each room. The abstract style is based on a close-up view of a piece of Venetian blue Murano glass

Murano 1

Narrowboat door panel, 2018

This window was one of a pair designed for a newly commissioned narrowboat, and the clients wanted the design to harmonise with the colours of  original works hanging in each room. The abstract style is based on a close-up view of a piece of Venetian blue Murano glass