The
loss of an animal companion is often just as devastating as the death of a human
loved one. It actually take years to actively continue and grow in our life
journeys following such a loss.
Celebrating a dog's blessing in our lives is always appropriate, especially
when they have left our sides . . . as the wonder they shared with us remains in
our hearts forever. At the same time, how wonderful it is to not wait to treat
yourself to such a lovely piece of art, so capturing the furry love of your life.
Yet, these Stained Glass portraits may be just the thing to keep the light
shining in.
Glass comes in a constellation of colors and textures, and like the
ocean, changes mood with the light. Christine utilizes the intensity
of stained glass to create vibrant one-of-a-kind custom works of
art. You will be able to see a treasured photo come to life in
glass, as she captures your memories and
the animal's essence in the art of stained glass.
Meet Christine Wilson,
busy working in her in-home studio, which includes two kilns, three backlit
worktables and too many soldering and cutting tools to count. She is a fellow
dog lover that's her guy Orbit and artist of Vitri-Fusáille, a hybrid technique which combines the
process of Contemporary Flat Glass Fusing with Traditional Glass Painting. It
allows for a degree of immediate and expressive artistry which until recently
was never possible in stained glass, so critical to depicting the intricate patterns of fur in her animal
portraits.
The
detail in this unique medium will transform your pet photo into a shining, and
literally illuminated, work of art that will honor your precious companion
forever.
As
Christine wanted to showcase and evenly backlight her completed stained glass
panels, she designed this ABS light box which is lightweight, attractive, and
balanced for counter display. The box emits bright and even illumination with a
lamp life of an amazing 10,000 hours.
Having studied under the creator of Vitri-Fusáille, world renowned artist Peter
McGrain, Christine achieves much imagery by utilizing the art of tracing and mating in
traditional stained glass painting fired on fused glass, rich in saturated
color. Incredible possibilities exist for capturing your favorite dog, cat, horse,
rabbit, pig, you name it. Passion is the cornerstone of every piece Christine
creates in Vitri-Fusáille, and she spends considerable time finishing projects
so that each becomes a masterpiece.
You can sit and look at a stained glass piece over a
24-hour period and it will look different over time. There’s so much
intensity and vibrancy, and the passion behind pulling it all together and
making it come to life is what drives me. ― Christine
Wilson
Have we convinced you yet? Maybe, these other before photo and after stained
glass creations will help you decide! Just click on the images to see their
supersized versions.
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Domino
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Barron
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Moxie
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Lali
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Bogart
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Barney
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Romeo
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Triscuit
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Golda 15" x 12" commission
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Barney
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Maya
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Kirby
Meet Talented Artist Christine Wilson
A native of Las Vegas, Christine was initially a CPA who received an
MBA from the U of Texas at Austin. However, she was restless behind a
desk and was missing her creative side. Christine's favorite art form,
stained glass, became her passion, where a love of animals and
underwater photography led to an ability to design vibrant, original
glass works of art.
Christine's work has been shown at the Gary's Island Home Store, Lake Las Vegas Montelago
Village's Fine Art Festival, Trails Village Center Artwalk, Gallery of Excellence,
and Art
Bark Fest. She was the featured artist in the Jan 2009 Summerlin Home News
and her art was displayed in the Dec/Jan 2007
Glass Craftsman magazine.
Christine's Glass was profiled in "Arf Gallery" in the Jan/Feb 2008
Lucky Dog Magazine. Her exhibit "Bringing Animals and Nature to
Life in Stained Glass" was recently at the Summerlin and Enterprise Library Galleries.
Christine also received First
Place and the People's Choice award for her stained glass panel "Desert
Bloom" shown at the 2009 International Glass and Bead Expo.
Order your Christine's Stained Glass Art Pet Portrait Stained Glass
Vitri-Fusáille Art Panels are available in 4 standard size squares: 7"
x 7", 8" x 8", 10" x 10", and 12" x 12", beginning at $320. Your completed
portrait will come in a 1/2-inch zinc frame, with an attached hanger. Or you
can opt to have your glass panel displayed in a lightbox or on a wrought
iron stand (in this case, no hanger will be attached)
LIGHTBOX OPTION: Created to showcase and evenly backlight your panel, this box
is lightweight, attractive, and balanced for counter display. It has a 3/8" slot
on top to securely slide your panel in for protection and artistic display. The
lightbox provides bright and evenly distributed illumination, and is ideal for
counter display of glass artwork day and night. The 6 ft cord with master switch
to plug into any indoor standard wall outlet. The cost for an
accompanying Light Box, dimensions to fit panels sized 7" x 7", 8" x 8", 10" x
10", or 12" x 12", begins at $110.
7" x 7" Lightbox ― Exterior 7 3/8"H
x 7 3/8"L x 4 1/4"D. Interior space for panel 7 1/8" x 7 1/8" x
3/8". (1.5 lbs)
8" x 8" Lightbox ― Exterior 8 3/8"H x 8
3/8"L x 4 1/4"D. Interior space for panel 8 1/8" x 8 1/8" x 3/8".
(2 lbs)
10" x 10" Lightbox ― Exterior 10 3/8"H
x 10 3/8"L x 5 1/4"D. Interior space for panel 10 1/8" x 10 1/8" x
3/8". (2.5 lbs)
12" x 12" Lightbox ― Exterior 12 3/8"H
x 12 3/8"L x 5 1/4"D. Interior space for panel 12 1/8" x 12 1/8" x
3/8". (3.5 lbs)
WROUGHT
IRON STAND OPTION: This wrought iron stand is a wonderful way to display
your glasswork on a desk or a window ledge. The stand anchors the glasswork
securely and allows natural light to illuminate your portrait. Or, if placed on
a desk, nearby lamplight would also work to provide illumination. The cost for
an accompanying stand, available to fit 8" x 8", 10" x 10" and 12" x 12" size
panels, begins at $70. Click on the stand to see a supersized panel-filled
version.
IMPORTANT: After placing an order, be sure to email
us your most favorite photo of your animal companion. It should
be as large and focused as possible. The more that Christine
has to work with in capturing your furry one's spirit, the better.
Given the personalized nature of this purchase, we will put you
in direct contact with the artist so you can more thoroughly review
all that you desire and your portrait becomes
one of your greatest treasures.
As these are custom creations, please allow for 6 weeks to receive your
completed portrait. To assure perfect delivery, special packing and insurance
will apply to this purchase.
Order your Vignette Stained Glass Art Pet Portrait Here
is a quite special offering from Christine. The Glass Vitri-Fusáille Art
Panel is 5" x 5" and is surrounded by a lovely wood frame, which is then
suspended from a very decorative 12" x 12" wrought iron stand.
This portrait can be the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life,
or it can be utilized as a
thoughtful memorial to honor the loss of a beloved furry companion. Price: $165.
IMPORTANT: After placing an order, be sure to email
us your most favorite photo of your animal companion. It should
be as large and focused as possible. The more that Christine
has to work with in capturing your furry one's spirit, the better.
Given the personalized nature of this purchase, we will put you
in direct contact with the artist so you can more thoroughly review
all that you desire and your portrait becomes
one of your greatest treasures.
As these are custom creations, please allow for 6 weeks to receive your
completed portrait. To assure perfect delivery, special packing and insurance
will apply to this purchase.
The
loss of an animal companion is often just as devastating as the death of a human
loved one. It actually take years to actively continue and grow in our life
journeys following such a loss. 
Meet Christine Wilson,
As
Christine wanted to showcase and evenly backlight her completed stained glass
panels, she designed this ABS light box which is lightweight, attractive, and
balanced for counter display. The box emits bright and even illumination with a
lamp life of an amazing 10,000 hours. 
