All about me
Welcome to my website! My name is Jo. I am a stained glass artist from the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Working from my studio in Lydney Park estate, I create bespoke windows, I take on window repairs and I teach classes in the various construction methods for stained glass. I’m within easy travelling distance from Bristol, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Hereford and Cardiff.
Classes
If you love craft classes you’ve come to the right place! I run both full day and half day classes. I also collaborate with other crafters, to provide combined classes with other crafts such as mosaic , fused glass, and printmaking. If you would like 1 to 1 tuition classes I can also provide this. Please see my shop page for more information on all my classes, follow me on social media, or email me on jowsnowdon@gmail.com or type your email in the box below and subscribe to my email newsletter.
Reviews
Jo was an absolute pleasure and explained things clearly, all in a very relaxed atmosphere.
I'm sure we will return.
Commissions
I work in both traditional lead and copper foil, depending on the the window. A smaller window with more intricate detail often requires the more versatile copper foil technique, whereas a bigger window can be constructed more easily using lead came. If the window is exterior then I use lead came to allow for expansion and contraction. Once cemented, even a large window will be robust and rigid. I always frame my windows with either steel reinforced lead came or zinc came, which gives good structural strength.
I am inspired by many different styles of stained glass, from the beautiful rose windows of gothic cathedrals, to the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany and William Morris, and the incredible windows designed by Antoni Gaudi.
My personal work tends to lean towards the abstract and often includes circular bubbles and long flowing lines.
I love to paint on glass using traditional Reusche paints. Once the glass is painted it goes into my kiln overnight to be fired. After firing, the paint becomes part of the glass. I try to include some painted pieces into my commission work if time and budget allows for it.
