Painting on glass is a remarkable art form. The beauty of these paintings leaves one dazzled as both the medium and the painting combine to give an ethereal effect.
The medium of glass provides the painter with something that no other mediums can - the light effect. For centuries Gothic churches and other hallowed institutions have inspired awe in us because of their remarkable use of glass paintings. Today it is as popular as it ever was.
A brief History of Glass Painting
It will be difficult to give a precise date of origin of Glass paintings but History says that it became quite a rage in Italy during the Renaissance. They were in the miniature style and where found in altars of churches. They themes were scenes from the Bible
In Austria this Art Form gained more sophistication and slowly it was spread all over Europe, its didn't take much longer for it to reach Asia either.
Glass Painting in India
Glass painting in India is a comparatively recent phenomenon; it emerged in the state of Gujarat at around 18th century. The Chinese merchants settled around the coastal regions of the state influenced this style of painting. Soon this style was internalized by the artists and was experimented with.
Indian Glass paintings are characterized by their bright colors and ornamental nature. Sometimes they are embellished with gold leaves and semi precious stones. The themes are more or less similar to the miniature Paintings i.e. Radha-Krishna leelas, women dressed in traditional clothes and mythological figures.
Glass Painting- the Technique
Glass paintings or stained glass paintings as they are sometimes known, comprise an engraving laid down on the back of the glass. After the designs are outlined at the back of the glass specials colors are applied. The colors are mostly water or gum based and is applied in a method similar to the way watercolors are applied. The paints are usually fired onto the glass using a kiln. The heat of the kiln ensures that they are permanently bonded with glass.
The medium of glass provides the painter with something that no other mediums can - the light effect. For centuries Gothic churches and other hallowed institutions have inspired awe in us because of their remarkable use of glass paintings. Today it is as popular as it ever was.
Glass Painting in the Modern World
Glass painting is an extremely refined art form but discovery of synthetic colors specially meant for this purpose, has ensured that this art form gains as much popularity as it can. Today almost every other household can afford to have a stained glass window, because of the user-friendly nature of this art form. Art enthusiasts can buy their own glass painting kits and experiment with this art form, making their own bedrooms a studio. This art form is affordable, beautiful and approachable. No wonder that it has become a favorite in the most humble of households. After all the purpose of an artist is to reach out to as many people as he or she can and not to alienate them. Painting on glass is a perfect example of that very philosophy.
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